SUPPLIER DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER

ETEL worldwide leader in the development and manufacturing of high-performance motion control components and high-end mechatronic motion systems based in Môtiers. We currently call upon a growing diversity of skills which take part in the exciting adventure of our international activity. Contribute to our growth!

We are looking for :

• An organized, structured and rigorous person with very good negotiation and communication skills. Someone curious and technology driven, autonomous and proactive.

We offer you :

• A challenging position in an open and dynamic midsized employer within an international environment.
• Competitive compensation with great working conditions in a modern and innovative high-tech company.
• A long-term commitment and the opportunity to develop a rewarding career.

Your Mission :

• Lead the product qualification phase in the sourcing process.
• Discuss, clarify, and achieve the technical feasibility with the suppliers of the products concerned.
• Actively support the “Detail Design Review” highlighting technical and process difficulties. Understand the cost drivers and propose alternative solutions.
• Release the product control plan and define the control level internally and at the supplier’s site.
• Define and release purchasing specification.
• Perform supplier audits.
• Deal with supplier norm requirements (RoHS, REACH, TSCA, etc.).
• Assure production continuity daily for purchased components and supplier quality concerns.
• Act proactively with the other departments, having a clear overview on the project’s milestones.
• Support procurement, collaborate with Quality Control, provide solutions to rework parts, etc.
• Establish collaboration with suppliers to guarantee a competitive and long-term relationship.
• Write 8D reports for customers when supplier issues are concerned.

Your Profile :

• Bachelor or master's degree in mechanical or industrial engineering.
• At least three years’ experience in similar positions.
• Knowledge of the main production technologies (ex. precision machinery, stamping, etc.) and metrology.
• Fluent written and spoken English.
• Excellent negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• Good and reliable communicator both verbally and in writing.
• Cross-functional / cultural team player.
• Passion for driving continuous improvements