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Supplier Development Manager (f/m/x)

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ZEISS Group

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Logistics
  • Oberkochen

AI generated summary

  • You need 5+ years in supplier management, expertise in Lean methods, strong technical skills, experience with audits, project management knowledge, excellent communication, and fluency in English and preferably another language.
  • You will evaluate suppliers, improve processes, ensure compliance, support audits, and travel internationally to enhance supply chain efficiency and manage risks.

Requirements

  • Procurement professional with 5+ years of experience in supplier management / development
  • Experienced in Lean-Methods (such as Lean-Manufacturing, 5S, Gemba, Six Sigma, CIP, Kaizen, SMED, Total Productive Maintenance, Value Stream Mapping)
  • Strong technical skills in different production technologies
  • Good understanding in global regulations, norms and standards
  • Experienced in supplier audits and deriving reliable measures to improve supplier performance
  • Good knowledge in project management
  • Excellent communication skills and capability to animate diverse and demanding stakeholders to foster collaborations, implement best practices, and drive continuous improvement.
  • Service oriented capability to bring a strategic vision and hands-on contribution to achieve goals
  • Fluent in English and preferable a 2nd language like German or French

Responsibilities

  • Systematically evaluate and qualify global supplier network regarding scalability/ growth, cost efficiency, delivery reliability, resilience, and sustainability to support MED global growth strategy
  • Work on improvements to achieve defined development targets together with the selected suppliers and in alignment with Category Management
  • Analysis of suppliers' processes and KPI's and derive measures to support supplier regarding improvements of processes, organization, risk management, production network etc.
  • Implement measures to reduce supplier risk score resulting from supplier risk evaluation
  • Ensure supply chain compliance with global regulations, norms and standards
  • Supporting internal audits and audits from external authorities
  • National- and international travel activities

FAQs

What is the primary role of a Supplier Development Manager at ZEISS?

The primary role involves evaluating and qualifying the global supplier network to support ZEISS's growth strategy, working on improvements with suppliers, and ensuring compliance with regulations and standards.

What qualifications are needed for this position?

Candidates should have 5+ years of experience in supplier management or development, be experienced in Lean-Methods, and possess strong technical skills in production technologies.

Is international travel required for this position?

Yes, national and international travel activities are part of the job responsibilities.

What languages are required for this role?

Fluency in English is required, and a second language such as German or French is preferred.

Is prior experience with supplier audits necessary?

Yes, candidates should have experience in supplier audits and be able to derive reliable measures to improve supplier performance.

What types of improvement methodologies should candidates be familiar with?

Candidates should be familiar with Lean-Methods such as Lean-Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and Value Stream Mapping.

Does ZEISS have a commitment to diversity in hiring?

Yes, ZEISS values diversity and encourages applications from individuals regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, or identity.

What is the company’s stance on work permits for applicants?

A valid work permit for Germany is required for non-EU citizens, and applications without one may not be considered.

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ZEISS Group

Manufacturing & Electronics
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1846
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

ZEISS is an internationally leading technology enterprise operating in the fields of optics and optoelectronics. In the previous fiscal year, the ZEISS Group generated annual revenue totaling 10 billion euros in its four segments Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology, Industrial Quality & Research, Medical Technology and Consumer Markets (status: 30 September 2023). With around 43,000 employees, ZEISS is active globally in almost 50 countries with around 30 production sites, 60 sales and service companies and 27 research and development facilities (status: 30 September 2023). Founded in 1846 in Jena, the company is headquartered in Oberkochen, Germany. The Carl Zeiss Foundation, one of the largest foundations in Germany committed to the promotion of science, is the sole owner of the holding company, Carl Zeiss AG.