Supplier Development Engineer

AFL manufactures industry-leading fiber optic cable, connectivity and accessories and provides engineering and installation services for some of the largest telecom customers in the world. Our company was founded in 1984 with a single fiber optic cable and today, we manufacture thousands of products, generate an excess of $2B in revenue, and employ approximately 9,000 associates worldwide. At AFL, we recognize that our employees are our greatest asset. We hire and train each individual, investing in them to ensure success in their careers. With a commitment to professional development and growth, let us connect you to your next career opportunity.

What We Offer:

• A hybrid in office schedule for qualifying employees
• Flexible time off policy
• 401K Company match (up to 4% - dollar for dollar)
• Professional development, training, and tuition reimbursement programs
• Excellent medical, dental, vision, and life insurance policy options
• Opportunities for career advancement with an industry leading company!

Job Summary

The Supplier Development Engineer position is responsible for providing input for supplier quality and sourcing strategy including supplier evaluation and quality systems audits. This position will coordinate supplier process capability evaluations for new components, processes, assemblies and/or purchased finished goods. The Supplier Development Engineer works within the supply chain organization and across many functional areas including engineering and quality. This position ensures compliance and quality principles are followed to deliver the best possible customer experience.

Responsibilities

• Participates in supplier selection, qualification and onboarding process.

• Ensures Supply Chain process control documents are compliant with TL9000 requirements. Participates in internal and external department audits.

• Develop and maintain quality assurance procedures for suppliers and ensure suppliers meet the defined quality standards and specifications.

• Verifies compliance and effectiveness of supplier quality systems by performing supplier audits and surveys.

• Coordinates continuous improvement principles and techniques with quality, supply chain and manufacturing functions.

• Monitors and analyzes supplier performance data to drive improvements and initiate programs according to requirements.

• Contributes to Supply Chain supplier development activities of quality, reduced cost, on time delivery and service.

• Coordinates with cross-functional teams to ensure supplier quality objectives are met.

• Identify, assess and report supplier risk and mitigation measures.

Personal Qualities

• Self-starter with good time management skills who is capable of thriving with limited supervision

• Results-oriented, capable of meeting goals in a challenging environment

• Self-confidence and driven with integrity

• Problem solver with strong analytical skills and one who enjoys driving change and improvement

• Exceptionally strong organizational and communication skills

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required. Preferred Engineering, Business, or related technical field.
• Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) and/or Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) is a plus
• 3-5+ years experience in supply chain, engineering or related fields.

• Technical Proficiency: Strong understanding of quality control methods, manufacturing processes, and industry-specific quality standards

• Analytical skills: define problems, collect data, identify trends, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

• Communication Skills: Clear and effective communication to interact with suppliers, internal teams, and stakeholders, facilitating understanding and cooperation.

• Organizational Skills: Capability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

• Interpersonal Skills: Ability to build and maintain good relationships with suppliers while ensuring they meet quality expectations

• Ability to use standard business software applications, Microsoft Office and/or specialized data analysis tools. Oracle knowledge a plus.

• Continuous Improvement Mindset: Commitment to continuously improving processes, systems, and supplier relationships to enhance overall quality performance

Working Conditions

• Office environment

• Travel required, 25 on average and up to 50%

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