Supplier Development Manager

Location Bangalore IndiaIn fast changing markets customers worldwide rely on Thales Thales is a business where brilliant people from all over the world come together to share ideas and inspire each other In aerospace transportation defence security and space our architects design innovative solutions that make our tomorrow s possible Present in India since 1953 Thales is headquartered in Noida Uttar Pradesh and has operational offices and sites spread across Bengaluru Delhi Gurugram Hyderabad Mumbai Pune among others Over 1800 employees are working with Thales and its joint ventures in India Since the beginning Thales has been playing an essential role in Indias growth story by sharing its technologies and expertise in Defence Transport Aerospace and Digital Identity and Security markets Main Responsibilities Manage supplier performance to meet the Product Quality and On time delivery as per Thales requirements Efficiently utilize PM and quality tools to manage the programs Manage communications between THALES business units and suppliers to execute the programs to meet stringent requirements of THALES New Product Introduction Lead Milestones reviews and establish the right level of Work breakdown structure to ensure clarity to all stakeholders Prepare Dashboards and communicating with all stakeholders of the project Establish transparent communication mechanism for the project Resolve supplier queries set-up initial production processes inspection criteria and qualification processes for FAI Prototype builds Also support query resolution in Series production phase Monitor Supplier readiness in terms of Supply Chain Process qualification and Production along with right level of documentation Formulate and prepare internal department report pertaining to Supplier Performance Management on a routine basis Drive and co-ordinate quality issues related to supplier with Purchasing Program Technical Support team Efficiently utilize 6 sigma methodologies to analyze and resolve quality issues Support the suppliers in improving their maturity through Supplier development process and methodologies Share Best Practices with suppliers Alert management both internal and supplier on the anticipated risks and seek support to implement strong action plan at suppliers Support buyers in identifying and developing cost efficient processes that can help in reducing the price and lead times Competence knowledge Required Should possess strong Technical background on Electrical Electronic Mechanical Cable Assemblies Should be certified IPC WHMA 620A for Wire and Cable Harnessing Program project management skills to manage HLA Should possess excellent knowledge on quality standards in Mechanical and Electronic for Aerospace and Defense Industry such as IPCA AS9100 ISO9001 2000 27000 quality standards Lean Six Sigma knowledge is mandatory Be agile to develop capabilities or acquire knowledge on new technologies to cater vast variety of THALES product development as deemed necessary by the Purchase Head Experience in handling medium to complex Build To Spec assemblies with minimal support from Thales Legal entities The candidate should possess strong inter-personal and presentation skills Qualification Experience Required Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Electrical Electronics engineering with10-15 years of Industrial exposure Experience in Program management Manufacturing Industrialization Outsourcing activities and qualification is essential Proficient in MS office Ability to adapt quickly to changing environment Ability to interact with all levels of management Internal and Supplier organization both verbally and in writing Knowledge of French language an added advantage At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs With Thales employing 80 000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working Great journeys start here apply now