The Supplier Delivery Development (SDD) Specialist works proactively with suppliers to enhance material delivery performance by improving processes that enable suppliers to consistently meet delivery requirements. This role analyzes supplier capabilities and constraints, conducts supplier audits, resolves delivery issues, and leads continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen supply chain performance.
Key responsibilities
- Mitigate supply chain risk by proactively engaging suppliers and cross-functional stakeholders.
- Analyze delivery KPIs to identify negative performance trends and prioritize countermeasures.
- Investigate supplier delivery failures, perform root-cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
- Provide supplier training and lead continuous improvement activities to improve delivery performance.
- Drive improvements to team productivity through standard work, problem solving, and collaboration.
- Support plant production schedules, including weekend and holiday overtime as needed; flexibility to work off shifts and/or split shifts may be required.
- Perform on site supplier audits focusing on strengthening delivery compliance processes
The selected candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams in Engineering, Capacity Planning, Production Planning, Logistics, Supplier Quality, Purchasing, Materials Logistics Management, and Stellantis plants to coordinate activities, remove barriers, and ensure stable production.
Strong time management, critical thinking, and root-cause problem solving are essential. The SDD Specialist must simplify complex situations, escalate risks promptly, and act with urgency to prevent production disruptions. This role within the Supply Chain Management (SCM) organization is fast paced and requires end-to-end supply chain transparency, strong ownership of issues, and consistent follow-up.
Our Benefits - Designed with You in Mind
Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage
From your very first day, you?ll have access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage - ensuring you and your family stay healthy and protected.
Generous Paid Time Off
We believe in work-life balance. That?s why we offer: 17+ paid holidays, including shut-down from December 24th through New Years Day every year. Vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time and fully paid parental leave when your family needs you most.
Competitive Retirement Savings Plans
We help you plan for the future with:
- An employer match on contributions to your 401k, Roth, and Catch-Up plans
- An employer contribution, even if you don?t contribute
Income Protection & Insurance Options
Benefit from included and optional disability, life, and other insurance programs - because your peace of mind matters.
Company Vehicle Lease Program
Eligible employees and their immediate families can enjoy company vehicle lease options with included insurance, maintenance, and unlimited mileage. Plus, take advantage of exclusive discounts on Stellantis products.
Family Building Benefit
We proudly support all paths to parenthood- including fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy.
Support for Your Growth and Giving Back
We believe in investing in your future and your passions:
- Tuition reimbursement
- Student loan refinancing programs
- 18 paid volunteer hours each year to make a difference in your community
And so much more!
When you join us, you?re not just building a career - you?re joining a company that supports you, inside and outside of work.
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