Supplier Delivery Development (SDD) Manager

Supplier Delivery Development (SDD) Manager Stellantis United States, Michigan, Auburn Hills May 13, 2026 The Supplier Delivery Development (SDD) Manager is responsible for leading supplier delivery performance improvement and governance across the supply base. This role focuses on driving sustainable supplier discipline, resolving chronic delivery issues, and preventing recurring supply disruptions. The SDD Manager partners closely with Supplier Delivery Operations (SDO), Purchasing, Manufacturing Plants, Engineering, and Quality to support stable and reliable production. This position provides leadership to Supplier Delivery Development supervisors and specialists and operates at a strategic level, distinct from daily expediting activities. Key Responsibilities include but not limited to: Lead supplier delivery development strategy to drive longterm delivery performance improvement Own governance of supplier delivery discipline, including corrective action and recovery plans Drive root cause analysis and corrective action with suppliers for chronic delivery issues Partner with crossfunctional teams to align supplier improvements with manufacturing needs Monitor supplier delivery performance trends and identify systemic risks Provide leadership, coaching, and development for SDD supervisors and specialists Support supplier performance reviews, escalations, and executive updates Ensure consistent application of supplier delivery standards and processes Contribute to continuous improvement of supplier management tools, reporting, and KPIs Some travel may be required to supplier or plant locations

Skills & Competencies:

Supplier relationship and performance management Structured problemsolving and root cause analysis Leadership and people development Crossfunctional collaboration Executive communication and presentation skills Datadriven decision making

Basic Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field Minimum of 10 years of experience in supply chain, supplier delivery, or manufacturing operations Experience leading teams and managing performance in a fastpaced environment Strong problemsolving and analytical skills

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree or equivalent experience Experience working directly with automotive suppliers Demonstrated success driving supplier performance improvement initiatives The Supplier Delivery Development (SDD) Manager is responsible for leading supplier delivery performance improvement and governance across the supply base. This role focuses on driving sustainable supplier discipline, resolving chronic delivery issues, and preventing recurring supply disruptions. The SDD Manager partners closely with Supplier Delivery Operations (SDO), Purchasing, Manufacturing Plants, Engineering, and Quality to support stable and reliable production. This position provides leadership to Supplier Delivery Development supervisors and specialists and operates at a strategic level, distinct from daily expediting activities. Key Responsibilities include but not limited to: Lead supplier delivery development strategy to drive longterm delivery performance improvement Own governance of supplier delivery discipline, including corrective action and recovery plans Drive root cause analysis and corrective action with suppliers for chronic delivery issues Partner with crossfunctional teams to align supplier improvements with manufacturing needs Monitor supplier delivery performance trends and identify systemic risks Provide leadership, coaching, and development for SDD supervisors and specialists Support supplier performance reviews, escalations, and executive updates Ensure consistent application of supplier delivery standards and processes Contribute to continuous improvement of supplier management tools, reporting, and KPIs Some travel may be required to supplier or plant locations

Skills & Competencies:

Supplier relationship and performance management Structured problemsolving and root cause analysis Leadership and people development Crossfunctional collaboration Executive communication and presentation skills Datadriven decision making At Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We welcome applications from all people without regard to sex, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any characteristic protected by law. We believe that diverse teams reflect our identity as a global company, enabling us to better address the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future.