SEP Field Rep Supply Chain

Atexis; City of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An international consultancy firm in the UK is looking for a Supplier Performance Manager to enhance supplier recovery processes. The role demands strong analysis and communication skills, with responsibilities including WIP validation, production flow monitoring, and KPI development. Candidates must possess a French nationality due to export control restrictions and demonstrate adaptability in a dynamic environment. This position offers the chance to work with a global team and develop essential skills.

Benefits

Working in an international environment

Continuous improvement of skills

Qualifications

• Mandatory French nationality due to export control restrictions.
• Strong communication skills and a problem-solving mindset.
• Autonomy, initiative, adaptability, and resilience are essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accuracy of Work-In-Progress data from suppliers.
• Verify production rates match delivery commitments.
• Identify events impacting recovery plans and coordinate actions.
• Assist suppliers in measuring and analyzing production flows.
• Participate in supplier operational governance activities.

Skills

Supplier Performance Management

Production Flow & WIP Analysis

Root Cause Analysis (RCA)

KPI Development & Reporting

Project & Action Plan Management

Industrial Planning & Scheduling

Data Analysis & Reporting Tools

Knowledge of Aerospace Standards

Job description

Supplier Performance Manager – Critical Supplier Recovery (UK-based)

Location: On-site at supplier locations (1–2 hours from London, UK)

Duration: 3 months from starting date

Starting date: ASAP

Responsibilities

• WIP Validation & Recovery Planning: Ensure accuracy of Work‑In‑Progress data provided by suppliers aligns with delivery commitments. In case of discrepancies, analyze root causes and co‑develop corrective action plans with suppliers. If WIP data is missing, establish detailed tracking plans with the supplier.
• Production Flow Monitoring: Verify that actual production rates at each process step match delivery commitments. Where gaps exist, analyze and implement corrective actions. If production data is unavailable, develop appropriate performance indicators with the supplier.
• Risk & Event Management: Identify and track all events impacting recovery plans (e.g., deviations, DVI/FAI, subcontracting approvals). Coordinate follow‑up actions with suppliers and Safran stakeholders.
• Performance Analysis & KPI Development: Assist suppliers in measuring and analyzing production flows. Develop and share KPIs with Safran to monitor production and delivery performance.
• Operational Governance: Participate in and contribute to the supplier’s operational governance system, including daily calls, weekly reviews, and monthly steering committees.

Qualifications

• Technical Requirements:
  • Supplier Performance Management
  • Production Flow & WIP Analysis
  • Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
  • KPI Development & Reporting
  • Project & Action Plan Management
  • Industrial Planning & Scheduling
  • Data Analysis & Reporting Tools
  • Knowledge of Aerospace Standards
• Other Requirements:
  • Mandatory French nationality due to export control restrictions
  • Strong Communication Skills
  • Problem‑Solving Mindset
  • Autonomy & Initiative
  • Adaptability & Resilience
  • Collaboration & Influence
  • Organizational Skills

Benefits

• Working in an international environment with a team of around 80 FSEs all over the world
• Continuous improvement of soft and technical skills