Senior Level Supplier Development Manager Jobs
Senior level supplier development manager jobs put experienced professionals in charge of strategic sourcing decisions, supplier performance programs, and the cross-functional teams that drive supply chain resilience. Roles are concentrated across Manufacturing, Aerospace & Defense, and Technology & Software, with a mix of on-site, hybrid, and remote opportunities, and employers like Eaton, Rivian, and 1X hiring at this level now.
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Sr Supplier Development Engineer
Req ID 91922 | Gray Court, United States ZF Transmissions Gray Court, LLC
Job Description
The Senior Commodity Supplier Quality Engineer is responsible for leading all supplier quality activities related to supplier assessment, Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), supplier development, process validation, component development, and structured problem solving for outsourced production materials. The role ensures that supplier performance consistently supports ZF and external customer requirements while maintaining compliance with global quality objectives, corporate standards, and local regulatory requirements.
What you can look forward as Supplier Quality Engineer:
- Lead supplier quality and readiness activities for new product launches, supplier onboarding, and APQP/PPAP execution to ensure compliance with ZF, AIAG, VDA, and IATF standards.
- Conduct supplier assessments and audits (VDA 6.3, IATF, AIAG, and ZF-specific audits) to evaluate capability, approve new suppliers, and drive continuous improvement.
- Provide technical expertise in manufacturing processes and commodities, including feasibility studies, supplier evaluations, process reviews, engineering changes, and print-to-process verification.
- Drive supplier quality performance through KPI monitoring, defect reduction, PPM improvement, corrective action management, process capability enhancement, and supplier development initiatives.
- Apply advanced quality and problem-solving methodologies, including APQP, PFMEA, Control Plans, MSA, SPC, Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, 8D, root cause analysis, and corrective/preventive actions.
- Support and lead supplier issue resolution and escalation management, including customer complaints, field issues, quality concerns, and APQP escalation levels for new and serial production.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, purchasing, and quality teams, maintaining strong supplier relationships and ensuring timely execution of quality objectives.
- Develop, maintain, and improve quality systems and documentation, while supporting regional and global supplier quality initiatives and traveling extensively (40%-70%) to supplier locations.
Your profile as Supplier Quality Engineer:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with 6+ years of experience in Quality, Process Engineering, and Project Management.
- Subject matter expert in Casting commodities and High-Pressure Die Casting (HPDC) components, with strong knowledge of production methods.
- Advanced problem-solving and quality expertise, including Six Sigma, SPC, PFMEA, Control Plans, GD&T, and MSA.
- Strong leadership and training capabilities, with proven ability to coach teams and drive continuous improvement.
- Effective cross-functional collaborator, skilled at working with all organizational levels to resolve complex technical and quality issues.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint)
- Willing to travel extensively (40%-70%) to support business needs.
What we offer at ZF Gray Court:
A supportive collaborative team environment
Annual Incentive Plan
Paid Vacation
Personal Time
401k Plan
Health Care Benefits
Paid Holidays
A strong diversity culture
Supportive Employee Groups and community outreach activities
Be part of our ZF team as Sr Supp Dev Eng-Gen and apply now!
Contact
Vaz Lakshmi Narasimhan
DIVERSITY COMMITMENT:
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are more than just words for us. They are at the core of the ZF Way that propels our team members towards their utmost success. We strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is a natural reflex. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that every member of ZF can rise to their full potential. We aim to embed this in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape next generation mobility, safety, sustainability and social justice.
With four generations across 118 nationalities in 41 countries, ZF combines a unique variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and ideas. Together, we solve problems, drive innovation and shape next generation mobility.
Our company is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with us and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please contact us. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. ZF is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran
What does DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion) mean for ZF as a company?
At ZF, we continuously strive to build and maintain a culture where inclusiveness is lived and diversity is valued. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that all our employees can rise to their full potential. We aim to embed this vision in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape the future of mobility.
Find out how we work at ZF:
Job Segment: Lean Six Sigma, Six Sigma, Quality Engineer, Compliance, Manufacturing Engineer, Management, Engineering, Legal
Become our next FutureStarter
Are you ready to make an impact? ZF is looking for talented individuals to join our team. As a FutureStarter, you’ll have the opportunity to shape the future of mobility. Join us and be part of something extraordinary!
Sr Supplier Development Engineer
Req ID 91922 | Gray Court, United States ZF Transmissions Gray Court, LLC
Job Description
The Senior Commodity Supplier Quality Engineer is responsible for leading all supplier quality activities related to supplier assessment, Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), supplier development, process validation, component development, and structured problem solving for outsourced production materials. The role ensures that supplier performance consistently supports ZF and external customer requirements while maintaining compliance with global quality objectives, corporate standards, and local regulatory requirements.
What you can look forward as Supplier Quality Engineer:
- Lead supplier quality and readiness activities for new product launches, supplier onboarding, and APQP/PPAP execution to ensure compliance with ZF, AIAG, VDA, and IATF standards.
- Conduct supplier assessments and audits (VDA 6.3, IATF, AIAG, and ZF-specific audits) to evaluate capability, approve new suppliers, and drive continuous improvement.
- Provide technical expertise in manufacturing processes and commodities, including feasibility studies, supplier evaluations, process reviews, engineering changes, and print-to-process verification.
- Drive supplier quality performance through KPI monitoring, defect reduction, PPM improvement, corrective action management, process capability enhancement, and supplier development initiatives.
- Apply advanced quality and problem-solving methodologies, including APQP, PFMEA, Control Plans, MSA, SPC, Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, 8D, root cause analysis, and corrective/preventive actions.
- Support and lead supplier issue resolution and escalation management, including customer complaints, field issues, quality concerns, and APQP escalation levels for new and serial production.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, purchasing, and quality teams, maintaining strong supplier relationships and ensuring timely execution of quality objectives.
- Develop, maintain, and improve quality systems and documentation, while supporting regional and global supplier quality initiatives and traveling extensively (40%-70%) to supplier locations.
Your profile as Supplier Quality Engineer:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with 6+ years of experience in Quality, Process Engineering, and Project Management.
- Subject matter expert in Casting commodities and High-Pressure Die Casting (HPDC) components, with strong knowledge of production methods.
- Advanced problem-solving and quality expertise, including Six Sigma, SPC, PFMEA, Control Plans, GD&T, and MSA.
- Strong leadership and training capabilities, with proven ability to coach teams and drive continuous improvement.
- Effective cross-functional collaborator, skilled at working with all organizational levels to resolve complex technical and quality issues.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint)
- Willing to travel extensively (40%-70%) to support business needs.
What we offer at ZF Gray Court:
A supportive collaborative team environment
Annual Incentive Plan
Paid Vacation
Personal Time
401k Plan
Health Care Benefits
Paid Holidays
A strong diversity culture
Supportive Employee Groups and community outreach activities
Be part of our ZF team as Sr Supp Dev Eng-Gen and apply now!
Contact
Vaz Lakshmi Narasimhan
DIVERSITY COMMITMENT:
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are more than just words for us. They are at the core of the ZF Way that propels our team members towards their utmost success. We strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is a natural reflex. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that every member of ZF can rise to their full potential. We aim to embed this in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape next generation mobility, safety, sustainability and social justice.
With four generations across 118 nationalities in 41 countries, ZF combines a unique variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and ideas. Together, we solve problems, drive innovation and shape next generation mobility.
Our company is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with us and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please contact us. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. ZF is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran
What does DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion) mean for ZF as a company?
At ZF, we continuously strive to build and maintain a culture where inclusiveness is lived and diversity is valued. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that all our employees can rise to their full potential. We aim to embed this vision in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape the future of mobility.
Find out how we work at ZF:
Job Segment: Lean Six Sigma, Six Sigma, Quality Engineer, Compliance, Manufacturing Engineer, Management, Engineering, Legal
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Senior Level Supplier Development Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level supplier development manager job?
Employers at this level look for candidates who have owned supplier qualification programs end to end, led cost reduction initiatives, and managed supplier relationships through disruptions or ramp-ups. Demonstrating experience with structured problem-solving methodologies like APQP or 8D, cross-functional influence without direct authority, and a history of developing suppliers from reactive to proactive gives candidates a clear edge over peers.
Which companies hire senior level supplier development managers?
Companies hiring senior level supplier development managers right now include Eaton, Rivian, and 1X, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from large manufacturers, aerospace and defense primes, automotive OEMs, and medical device companies with complex, multi-tier supply chains that require experienced leadership.
Are there remote senior level supplier development manager jobs?
Yes, though many roles require periodic on-site presence at supplier facilities. About 25% of senior level supplier development manager openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting employer flexibility for strategic and program management work while still expecting some travel for audits, qualifications, and supplier development activities.
What makes a supplier development manager role senior level?
Senior level roles are defined by scope and ownership. Where mid-level roles execute supplier improvement plans, senior roles set the strategy, own outcomes across a supplier portfolio, and lead cross-functional teams or mentor junior engineers. Technical depth in quality systems, root cause analysis, and advanced supplier qualification processes is expected, along with the ability to influence executive and procurement stakeholders.
Which industries hire the most senior level supplier development managers?
Senior level supplier development manager roles concentrate in Manufacturing, Aerospace & Defense, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive demand because they operate highly regulated, multi-tier supply chains where supplier performance directly affects product quality, delivery, and compliance, requiring experienced professionals who can lead development programs at scale.