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Job Title: Supplier Lead
Reporting To: Manager, Supply Chain
Work Schedule: Hybrid – Tewkesbury, GBR
Responsibilities
- Develop and manage effective supplier relationships to achieve business requirements.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned suppliers, ensuring strong collaboration and communication.
- Conduct surveillance and monitoring activities for assigned suppliers.
- Evaluate supplier performance and identify, assess, and mitigate supply chain risks.
- Manage purchase orders to ensure current and accurate delivery information is maintained through standard systems and processes.
- Drive the timely and effective closure of root cause investigations and corrective actions.
- Expedite supplier deliveries when required to support site operational requirements.
- Lead problem-solving activities to resolve issues impacting supplier relationships and supply chain performance.
- Support and, when appropriate, lead supplier recovery and performance improvement initiatives.
- Provide regional support for supplier selection, supplier development, and New Product Introduction (NPI) activities.
- Leverage regional and supplier knowledge to support supply chain planning activities.
- Identify and pursue opportunities for improvements in quality, cost, delivery, and lead time performance.
- Collaborate across multiple functions, cultures, and geographic regions to achieve global supply chain objectives.
- Travel regularly to supplier locations within the designated region and occasionally to Moog sites outside the region as required.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or a related discipline.
- Up to 5 years of progressive experience in manufacturing, engineering, or supply chain environments.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to navigate complex supply chain challenges.
- Working knowledge of procurement processes, contractual requirements, business systems, and supply chain operations.
- Experience managing supplier performance and supporting supplier development activities.
- Effective communication and relationship management skills with both internal and external stakeholders.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet critical deadlines.
- Willingness and ability to travel extensively, including regular supplier visits within the assigned region.
- Ability to collaborate and influence across multiple functions, cultures, and geographic regions.
Nice to Have
- Engineering or technical background.
- Project or Program Management experience.
- Professional certification in Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, or Program Management.
- Master’s degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience within the Aerospace industry.
- Knowledge of procurement and contractual law.
- Experience supporting supplier selection, supplier development, and new product introduction programs.
- Negotiation experience with suppliers in a manufacturing environment.
Benefits
- Flexible benefits package and development opportunities to support career progression
- 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
- Private medical insurance, mental health support and financial advice
- Generous life assurance and company pension contribution (from 6%)
- Employee share options, free onsite parking and EV Charging
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Supplier Lead in Tewkesbury employer: Moog Controls Ltd.
Moog Aircraft Group is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Tewkesbury that fosters innovation and collaboration. With a strong emphasis on employee growth, you will have the opportunity to mentor teams and influence key architectural decisions while working on cutting-edge aerospace technology. The hybrid work model promotes a healthy work-life balance, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment in the aerospace sector.
