Supplier Performance Manager

Eaton’s IS AER FMC division is currently seeking a Supplier Performance Manager.

The expected annual salary range for this role is $112000 - $164000 a year.

Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

## What you’ll do:

The Network Supplier Performance Manager reports to the Operations Fulfillment Manager in a newly expanded organization dedicated to improving the global performance of Eaton Aerospace FMC suppliers globally. This role will be partnered with the network planning organization, manufacturing facilities and the Procurement Center of Excellence to ensure the proper flow of material to meet and exceed customer expectations and address under-performing suppliers to drive and sustain supplier performance improvements for the assigned network.

In this function you will:

• Direct supplier recovery efforts by developing and executing corrective action plans, monitoring supplier performance, mitigating delivery risks, and ensuring timely closure of recovery actions to support production commitments.
• Foster strong partnerships with internal stakeholders, customers, and suppliers to drive alignment, improve communication, and ensure successful execution of customer commitments and performance targets.
• Serve as the primary supply chain focal point within Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), leading material and supplier strategies to support program execution, statement of work requirements, schedule adherence, cost objectives, and customer deliverables.
• Establish and maintain best in class procurement processes in alignment with corporate and division procedures & training guides.
• Develop commodity knowledge and procurement process expertise within the Procurement Center of Excellence(s) and Operations Fulfillment organization to support effective supplier management, continuous improvement and problem solving.
• Monitor overall supplier performance metrics (Past Due, OTD, DPPM etc.) and address performance gaps by driving defined tactical strategies in accordance with the Focus Supplier Process or other short-term recovery plans.
• Drive process for systemic operational procurement improvements at sites and (Focus) supplier sites, using procurement/ materials tools.
• Leverage supply chain data to establish, refine, and communicate Operations Fulfillment priorities in alignment with site and business objectives.

## Qualifications:

Required (Basic) Qualifications:

• Minimum Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution
• 5 years of progressive experience in supply chain management.
• This position requires access to export-controlled information. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations applicable to that information, applicant must be a U.S. person, defined as a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (green card holder), (iii) refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, or (iv) asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158.
• Must be able to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now and within the future.

Preferred qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or supply chain management from an accredited institution
• 5 or more years of procurement experience
• 7 or more years in supply chain management
• 3 or more years of experience leading multi-functional teams or projects
• 3 or more years of Supply Chain experience in the aerospace industry

## Skills:

Position Criteria:

• Solid understanding of global supply chain functions and its related component
• Advanced knowledge of Excel required including the use of v-lookups, pivot tables, etc.
• Solid understanding of ERP systems, MFGPro, SAP, PowerBI, Kinaxis plus
• Proven knowledge of production and manufacturing principles and processes
• Strong knowledge of lean tools
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Solid organizational, time management and planning skills.
• Demonstrated analytical and project management skills.
• Team player with a receptive disposition, and a desire to contribute to the success of the supply chain operation.
• Up to 75% travel required.

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The application window for this position is anticipated to close on 8.15.2026.

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