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Johnson Controls

Johnson Controls is a building technology company headquartered in Ireland. Careers hosted on Workday (seed data).

Location 📍 Manchester-Manchester-United Kingdom

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Posted Date 📅 2026-11-06 03:28

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Supplier Development Leader What You Will Do As a Supplier Development Leader, you will play a key role in enhancing supplier performance across quality, delivery, capacity, cost and sustainability. Working within our Global Supply Chain organisation, you will partner with suppliers and cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement, ensure supplier readiness for new product introductions, and support operational excellence across our manufacturing network. This is a hybrid role based in Manchester with regular UK and international travel to supplier locations. What We Offer • Competitive salary plus bonus plan • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays • Private Healthcare • Company pension scheme • Life assurance • Employee Assistance Programme • Employee referral scheme • Employee discounts • Cycle to Work scheme • Discounts on Johnson Controls products • Ongoing training and career development opportunities • Supportive, collaborative and safety-driven culture How You Will Do It • Lead supplier development and improvement projects focused on quality, delivery, capacity and operational performance. • Drive supplier readiness for new product introductions using APQP, PPAP and risk management methodologies. • Conduct supplier audits, capability assessments and capacity reviews to validate manufacturing processes and scalability. • Develop and monitor supplier KPIs, ensuring corrective actions and improvement plans are implemented effectively. • Facilitate root cause analysis and structured problem-solving activities to resolve quality and delivery issues. • Support supplier onboarding, qualification and ongoing performance management activities. • Partner with Procurement, Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality and Supply Chain teams to achieve business objectives. • Promote lean manufacturing, Six Sigma and continuous improvement practices throughout the supplier network. • Travel to supplier locations as required to conduct assessments, reviews and development activities. What We Are Looking For Required • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Operations Management or a related discipline. • Significant experience in Supplier Quality, Supplier Development, Manufacturing Engineering or Supply Chain within a manufacturing environment. • Strong knowledge of APQP, PPAP, FMEA, control plans and problem-solving methodologies. • Experience conducting supplier audits and driving performance improvement initiatives. • Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement principles. • Strong project management, analytical and organisational skills. • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at all levels. • Willingness to travel regularly within the UK and internationally. Beneficial • Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification. • Lead Auditor qualification. • Experience supporting global supplier networks. • Knowledge of sustainability, ESG or responsible sourcing programmes. • Experience within HVAC, industrial manufacturing, automotive or engineered products sectors. This role offers the opportunity to influence supplier performance on a global scale, supporting innovation, operational excellence and sustainable growth across Johnson Controls' worldwide supply chain network. — This position is managed in the company's applicant tracking system (Req. ID WD30284411). Use the "Apply External" button to apply on the company career site.

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