Senior Manager, Supplier Engineering (Elec)ResMed is a global leader in sleep technology, dedicated to improving millions of lives through innovative solutions for sleep apnea, COPD, and other chronic diseases. Join our team and be part of a company committed to creating devices that make a difference in the world.
Let's talk about the team: Our global Supplier Engineering (SE) team is responsible for managing material and relationships between our supplier network and ResMed. The team has two primary goals: to interface with suppliers during the development of next generation masks and devices, ensuring suppliers are capable, ready, and able to scale; and to sustain the highest quality of parts flow from suppliers, often leading complex root cause analysis to resolve issues.
The ideal candidate will have a passion for leading teams, strong technical knowledge, excellent communication skills, and experience managing external suppliers.
Role Expectations: Collaborate and influence senior stakeholders both internally & externally to ensure our supplier network is capable and ready to deliver new technologies, products, and processes to meet a dynamic supply & demand environment.Lead and develop multiple teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performing culture, while anticipating challenges. Coach and mentor team members aligned with business workforce capability focus areas.Identify opportunities to streamline processes and workflows to improve efficiency and effectiveness.Establish KPIs, metrics, and reporting mechanisms to track and analyze deliverables.Foster collaboration between suppliers and ResMed departments (e.g., manufacturing, product development) to ensure alignment with strategic initiatives.Provide training and support to teams on best practices, tools, and processes to optimize performance and drive continuous improvement.Work closely with the finance team to develop and manage budgets, ensuring optimal allocation of resources to maximize ROI.Lead change management efforts to drive adoption of new processes, tools, and initiatives within the GSA organization.Lead business critical root cause analysis and resolution activities when needed to correct supplier quality issues.Drive a strong culture of quality through continuous improvement and other best practice quality management strategies across the teams.Provide technical leadership, support, and guidance to the team, upholding relevant technical and quality standards through review activities.Provide feedback, guidance, and support to develop suppliers to close identified gaps and develop further capability.Qualifications and Experience: Degree in Electronic Engineering (or equivalent experience).8+ years of technical experience in managing a complex NPI & BAU business environment.Demonstrated expertise in managing & growing teams.Proven talent in new product delivery, technology development, process innovation or category innovation with external suppliers.Stakeholder management skills that span all levels of the supplier and ResMed business.Strong influencing and conflict management skills.Preference will be given to candidates with the following experience and skill set: Experience in Test System development and/or EMS management.Experience of procurement and supplier development in a regulated industry – medical devices, automotive, aerospace.Project management methods and techniques.5+ years of experience within a Manufacturing, Process or Quality environment.Training & experience in Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, Kepner-Tregoe and APQP tools & methodologies.Step into a leadership role that drives innovation, fosters collaboration, and enhances supplier capabilities across a global network.
Joining us is more than saying "yes" to making the world a healthier place. It's discovering a career that's challenging, supportive, and inspiring. Where a culture driven by excellence helps you not only meet your goals but also create new ones. We focus on creating a diverse and inclusive culture, encouraging individual expression in the workplace and thrive on the innovative ideas this generates. If this sounds like the workplace for you, apply now! We commit to respond to every applicant.
About UsAt ResMed (NYSE: RMD, ASX: RMD) we pioneer innovative solutions that treat and keep people out of the hospital, empowering them to live healthier, higher-quality lives. Our digital health technologies and cloud-connected medical devices transform care for people with sleep apnea, COPD and other chronic diseases. Our comprehensive out-of-hospital software platforms support the professionals and caregivers who help people stay healthy in the home or care setting of their choice. By enabling better care, we improve quality of life, reduce the impact of chronic disease and lower costs for consumers and healthcare systems in more than 140 countries. To learn more, visit ResMed.com and follow @ResMed.
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