What you’ll do:

•    Manages the global supply chain relationship with suppliers in terms of OTD performance consistently with Eaton Aerospace, support and program needs; •    Alerts the Material Operations Manager, Operations Procurement Manager and/or Buyer when a problem occurs.

•    Initiates supplier supply chain diagnostics and/or on-site request of Material Ops Manager/Ops Procurement Manager.
•    Manages supplier improvement and action plans as needed.
•    Supports the Supply Chain Buyer on supply chain terms & conditions definition.
•    Significant domestic travel (up to 75%) 

•    Serve as the primary point of contact for escalated issues related to suppliers and materials, ensuring timely and effective resolution
•    Receive and manage escalated issues from core supply planning teams, ensuring timely and effective resolution
•    Investigate the root cause of escalations and implement corrective actions using CI tools
•    Collaborate with suppliers to resolve issues and prevent future occurrences
•    Track and report on supplier performance, identifying areas for improvement
•    Identify areas for process improvement and develop solutions for Aerospace FMC & FED businesses
•    Implement/Upgrade processes and procedures to improve efficiency and effectiveness
•    Maintain regular communication with internal supply planning teams (CoE) and external stakeholders (Foresight teams, GCMs, CMs, GPO teams)
•    Provide timely and accurate updates on progress and issues
•    Delegate tasks and responsibilities effectively within supply planning teams to achieve maximum traction and quick resolution
•    Supplier Relationship Management via regular cadence/connects/visits to supplier base to set effective communication and expectation
•    Support in building and maintaining strategic relationships with key suppliers fostering collaboration and ensuring timely and reliable supply chain performance through category and business strategies
•    Provide technical expertise and support to CoE supply planning teams during execution of critical orders from strategic suppliers
•    Continuously evaluate and improve processes related to supplier management and escalation procedures through digital tools
•    Manage OTD scorecards with monthly report outs to SLT with action plans
•    Sales Risk Mitigation through close tracking and monitoring material movements for high value/critical LRUs
•    Point of escalation for supply planning leads on material availability/expedites and serve as L2 escalation providing support and resolutions for Aerospace FMC & FED divisions
•    Manage SDR process for GPO LT
•    Provide updates to key end customers (Airbus/Boeing) during critical material escalations with high sales impact liasing with sales operations/order management teams
•    Reporting supplier status after visits with detailed audit report to proactively access supplier issues (manpower, capacity, RM avl, status of critical parts
•    BOC – Operating for Growth (Project Foresight)

Qualifications:

•  Engineering Graduate/Post Graduate – BE Mechanical, Production, Instrumentation, Electrical, Electronics, or a Business Degree in Supply Chain Management.
•  Minimum 14 to 15 years of experience in supplier development, supplier performance management, supply chain, manufacturing or core industries, preferably Aerospace etc. Minimum 8-10 years experience in people management

Skills:

 1)Aerospace Procurement & Supply Chain Knowledge

• Deep understanding of AS9100/AS9120 quality standards, aerospace compliance, and certification requirements.
• Familiarity with FAA, EASA, and ITAR regulations and export control compliance.
• Knowledge of aerospace raw materials (titanium, composites, alloys) and long-lead items.
• Supplier qualification, audits, and risk assessments in line with aerospace industry norms.

2. Supplier & Contract Management

• Expertise in RFQ, RFP, and contract negotiation for aerospace programs.
• Skills in long-term agreements (LTA), offset obligations, and consignment models.
• Understanding of supplier performance KPIs (OTD, PPM, cost savings).
• Risk management techniques (dual sourcing, geopolitical risk, supply continuity).

3. Operations & Fulfilment Planning

• Strong grasp of Integrated Business Planning (IBP), MRP, and ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, MFG/Pro).
• Capacity planning, production scheduling, and lead-time optimization.
• Experience in just-in-time (JIT), Kanban, and lean supply practices in aerospace.
• Coordination with engineering, quality, and logistics teams for seamless order fulfillment.

4. Cost & Value Engineering

• Proficiency in should-cost analysis, cost breakdowns of aerospace components.
• Knowledge of Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and lifecycle cost analysis.
• Ability to drive VA/VE (Value Analysis/Value Engineering) initiatives with suppliers.

5. Digital & Analytical Skills

• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and digital procurement tools (Ariba, Coupa).
• Advanced Excel, Power BI, Tableau for spend analysis and supplier dashboards.
• Understanding of digital twins, predictive analytics, and AI in supply chain forecasting.

6. Logistics & Trade Compliance

• Import/export management, incoterms, customs documentation, and freight forwarding.
• Cold chain/logistics knowledge for aerospace-specific spares and sensitive parts.
• Familiarity with hazardous materials handling (IATA guidelines).

7. Continuous Improvement & Lean Six Sigma

• Lean tools (VSM, Kaizen, 5S) to streamline procurement and fulfilment processes.
• Green Belt or Black Belt Six Sigma certification for process optimization.
• Driving automation and RPA/AI in purchase order management and supplier portals.

8. Technical & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Ability to work with engineering change management (ECN/ECO).
• Understanding of bill of materials (BOMs) and product lifecycle management (PLM).
• Technical background to read engineering drawings/specifications and work with Engineering.

• Organization and time management skills
• Mathematical skills
• Reasoning ability
• Problem Solving Skills
• Out-of-the-box thinking
• Ability to quickly adapt to change and successfully manage urgent/high and multiple priorities.
• Understanding of Eaton Business Excellence and Eaton Business Systems (CI, OpEx, Quality, Process) requirements
• Business development skills
• People management
• Good communication & Presentation skills

•  Strategic Thinking & Decision-Making
•  Negotiation & Influence
•  Communication & Collaboration
•  Stakeholder & Relationship Management
•  Leadership & People Development
•  Problem-Solving & Analytical Thinking

•  Adaptability & Change Management
•  Emotional Intelligence (EQ)
•  Crisis & Risk Handling
•  Continuous Learning & Growth Mindset