EMEA Third-Party Manufacturing Engineer (m/f/ ) Metal and Electronics

EMEA Third-Party Manufacturing Engineer (m/f/ ) Metal and Electronics page is loaded EMEA Third-Party Manufacturing Engineer (m/f/ ) Metal and Electronics Apply remote type Remote locations Remote-United Kingdom time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id R 3M has a long-standing reputation as a company committed to innovation. We provide the freedom to explore and encourage curiosity and creativity. We gain new insight from diverse thinking, and take risks on new ideas. Here, you can apply your talent in bold ways that matter.

Job Description:

EMEA Third-Party Manufacturing Engineer (m/f/ ) Metal and Electronics

The Impact You'll Make in this Role

As an EMEA Third-Party Manufacturing Engineer for the Metal and Electronics suppliers commodity, you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative and diverse people around the world.

Here, you will make an impact by:

• Leading and/or supporting Change Management Projects

• Contributing to the success of our New Product Introduction program by ensuring smooth transitions from scale-up to launch phases with relevant suppliers

• Driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance service, reduce inventory and lead times, decrease costs, improve quality, and optimize footprint/portfolio

• Coordinating daily operations and activities with suppliers

• Assessing suppliers' technical capabilities to ensure they meet 3M's needs and requirements

Your Skills and Expertise

To set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M is looking for candidates who must have the following qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field or equivalent industry experience

• Previous experience in supplier performance management or a similar role within a manufacturing environment

• Project Management and Leadership

• Business Conduct, Financial and EHS standards

• Management of Change and Continuous Improvement processes

• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.

• Proven track record of driving supplier performance improvements and cost savings

• St rong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and make informed decisions

• Proficiency in English both verbal and written

Additional knowledge / nice-to-have skills / preferred qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:

• Experience of managing suppliers within the metal and electronics industry

• Lean Six Sigma experience

• Team player

• Project management

• Proficiency in supply chain management software and tools.

Job specifics:

• Location - UK based located within a commutable distance to one of our manufacturing/office locations to include - Aycliffe, Skelmersdale or Bracknell

• Hybrid working pattern is preferred - 2-3 days remote/office

• Travel: May include up to 15% -20% domestic/international

Does this opportunity and our innovative 3M culture align with your career aspirations?

If so, we encourage you to apply and embark on a journey of creativity and growth with us.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Resources for You

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