Supplier Development Engineer, Sr. II

Position

Supplier Development Engineer, Sr. II

Location

Kokomo, Indiana

About Us

BorgWarner is a global product leader in delivering innovative and sustainable mobility solutions. We are a company of innovators and independent thinkers that brings together talented employees, meaningful work and amazing technology in a unique environment. At BorgWarner, we constantly work towards our vision of a clean and energy-efficient world. 

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You may see the list of requirements and feel you do not meet all of them. However, remember that BorgWarner thinks differently. If your qualifications align with the majority of those outlined in this job description, we encourage you to apply and share your experience and skills with us.

Job Purpose

BorgWarner PowerDrive Systems (PDS) is currently looking for “dynamic, results driven” individual to join as a Supplier Development Engineer, Sr. II. This role develops, implements, leads and drives global supplier quality strategies for semiconductors. Also, this position acts as a Center of Expertise for semiconductor manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

Supplier Development:

• Center of Expertise for manufacturing process of semiconductors
• Develop model for compliance matrix and assess supplier’s competencies to assure quality competitiveness in pursuit of new business opportunities
• Own and govern the supplier quality vetting and selection framework, with authority to approve or escalate sourcing decisions based on risk, capability, and strategic fit
• Collaborates cross-functionally with Global Commodity Management, Engineering, Program Management, and Plant Operations to drive supplier performance, change management, resolve systemic quality issues, and influence sourcing decisions to improve Quality/Cost/Time
• Establish and lead supplier technical site assessment
• Coordinate and perform supplier process audits, corrective action audits, and quality assessment including new supplier assessments in cooperation with GCM and Engineering
• Lead resolution of quality issues with suppliers and coordinate cross functional technical problem resolution at or related to supplier
• Conduct supplier quality training at suppliers to meet BW requirements, or training in PDS Plants to train SQE and labs
• Mentor and develop regional Supplier Development Engineers, building technical depth and leadership capability across the global quality organization in semiconductors

Supplier Quality Strategy

• Create, execute, communicate and maintain global supplier quality strategy for semiconductors
• Create and implement Supplier Vetting Strategy, Supplier Capability Assessment, Supplier Selection (Pre-Sourcing) and Development Strategy, and Key Supplier Performance Metrics
• In collaboration with Global Commodity Manager, develop and implement supplier quality roadmap
• Identify new technologies that support BorgWarner's growth and product leadership position in the market
• Identify and develop Suppliers that meet and/or exceed PDS long-term expectations that result in a differentiation in the marketplace
• Execute global quality assessment and Training of suppliers and BW SDE-semiconductors
• Track and communicate global commodity industry trends, manufacturing strategies, technology factors and opportunities in the global marketplace

What We Are Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year College or University required
• 5+ years of experience with semiconductor commodity required
• 10+ years Supply Management experience working in Automotive Production environment preferred
• Proven record in Manufacturing, Supplier Quality and Process Improvement initiatives
• Strong negotiation and vendor assessment skills
• Demonstrated competence in negotiating skills and assessing vendors
• Excellent Quality Orientation
• Ability to provide training, coaching and mentoring to mid-level SDE’s
• Ability to travel 50%-60% of the time
• Six Sigma Black Belt preferred

What We Offer

• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Savings Plan (401k)
• Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Adoption & IVF Assistance
• Company Paid Holidays
• Company Paid Vacation
• Tuition Assistance
• Onsite Wellness Center with Nurse Practitioner
• Hybrid Work Environment

What We Believe

• Inclusion - We value diversity in people, ideas, and experiences
• Integrity - We believe in transparency, authenticity, and depend on each other to deliver what we promise
• Excellence - We contribute to our developments by seeking knowledge and sharing information
• Responsibility - We care about our local communities and the global environment
• Collaboration - We are one BorgWarner

Visa Sponsorship

BorgWarner does provide sponsorship for employment visa status based on business need. However, for this role, sponsorship is not available.

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