Supplier Delivery Risk Management SDRM Critical S

The Supplier Delivery Risk Management (SDRM) Critical Specialist plays a highly hands-on, execution-focused role in managing critical supplier performance to ensure uninterrupted production across Stellantis North America assembly and manufacturing operations. This position requires direct, day-to-day oversight of supplier activities, driving strict adherence to recovery plans, shipment commitments, and production requirements.

The Critical Specialist is responsible for working closely with high-risk suppliers to develop, monitor, and enforce detailed short-term "build and ship" plans, while simultaneously ensuring long-term corrective actions are implemented and sustained. This role requires continuous tracking, follow-up, and accountability at a granular level to prevent any disruption in the flow of production parts.

Key Responsibilities include but not limited to:

Directly manage critical supplier performance through daily engagement, detailed tracking, and strict follow-up on commitmentsDevelop and enforce short-term recovery plans, ensuring suppliers execute to exact build and shipment requirementsMonitor supplier production schedules, inventory positions, and logistics flows to proactively identify and mitigate risksHold suppliers accountable to commitments, driving immediate corrective actions when deviations occurLead frequent cadence calls and reviews to validate progress, remove constraints, and maintain alignmentEscalate issues quickly and appropriately when risks are identified, both internally and externallyPartner cross-functionally with Engineering, Capacity Planning, Production Planning, Logistics, SupplierQuality, Purchasing, and plant teams to resolve issues and eliminate barriersMaintain full visibility and transparency of supplier status, ensuring stakeholders are informed of risks, actions, and recovery progress

Qualifications & Attributes:

Experience in supply chain, manufacturing, or supplier management within a high-pressure, fast-paced environmentDemonstrated ability to manage detailed execution and drive accountability at the supplier levelProven track record of proactive risk management and issue resolutionAbility to operate with urgency, discipline, and a high level of ownershipCommunication and influencing skills, with the ability to challenge and hold suppliers accountableDetail-oriented mindset with the ability to manage multiple critical issues simultaneouslyClear judgment on when to escalate to prevent production impact

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, or related field5 years of relevant experienceAbility to build relationships and drive resultsEffective communication skillsStrong customer service skillsStrong problem solving and decision making skills, and the ability to analyze complex data/situations

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degreeStellantis plant experienceWorking knowledge of Stellantis supply systems (PCPortal/ODIMS/CMIS/Change Management/CHAMPS/Assembly Receiving Regions)The Supplier Delivery Risk Management (SDRM) Critical Specialist plays a highly hands-on, execution-focused role in managing critical supplier performance to ensure uninterrupted production across Stellantis North America assembly and manufacturing operations. This position requires direct, day-to-day oversight of supplier activities, driving strict adherence to recovery plans, shipment commitments, and production requirements.

The Critical Specialist is responsible for working closely with high-risk suppliers to develop, monitor, and enforce detailed short-term "build and ship" plans, while simultaneously ensuring long-term corrective actions are implemented and sustained. This role requires continuous tracking, follow-up, and accountability at a granular level to prevent any disruption in the flow of production parts.

Key Responsibilities include but not limited to:

Directly manage critical supplier performance through daily engagement, detailed tracking, and strict follow-up on commitmentsDevelop and enforce short-term recovery plans, ensuring suppliers execute to exact build and shipment requirementsMonitor supplier production schedules, inventory positions, and logistics flows to proactively identify and mitigate risksHold suppliers accountable to commitments, driving immediate corrective actions when deviations occurLead frequent cadence calls and reviews to validate progress, remove constraints, and maintain alignmentEscalate issues quickly and appropriately when risks are identified, both internally and externallyPartner cross-functionally with Engineering, Capacity Planning, Production Planning, Logistics, SupplierQuality, Purchasing, and plant teams to resolve issues and eliminate barriersMaintain full visibility and transparency of supplier status, ensuring stakeholders are informed of risks, actions, and recovery progress

Qualifications & Attributes:

Experience in supply chain, manufacturing, or supplier management within a high-pressure, fast-paced environmentDemonstrated ability to manage detailed execution and drive accountability at the supplier levelProven track record of proactive risk management and issue resolutionAbility to operate with urgency, discipline, and a high level of ownershipCommunication and influencing skills, with the ability to challenge and hold suppliers accountableDetail-oriented mindset with the ability to manage multiple critical issues simultaneouslyClear judgment on when to escalate to prevent production impactAt 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... For full info follow application link. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled.