Supplier Delivery Development SDD Manager

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 improvementOwn governance of supplier delivery discipline, including corrective action and recovery plansDrive root cause analysis and corrective action with suppliers for chronic delivery issuesPartner with crossfunctional teams to align supplier improvements with manufacturing needsMonitor supplier delivery performance trends and identify systemic risksProvide leadership, coaching, and development for SDD supervisors and specialistsSupport supplier performance reviews, escalations, and executive updatesEnsure consistent application of supplier delivery standards and processesContribute to continuous improvement of supplier management tools, reporting, and KPIsSome travel may be required to supplier or plant locations

Skills & Competencies:

Supplier relationship and performance managementStructured problemsolving and root cause analysisLeadership and people developmentCrossfunctional collaborationExecutive communication and presentation skillsDatadriven decision making

Basic Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related fieldMinimum of 10 years of experience in supply chain, supplier delivery, or manufacturing operationsExperience leading teams and managing performance in a fastpaced environmentStrong problemsolving and analytical skills

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree or equivalent experienceExperience working directly with automotive suppliersDemonstrated success driving supplier performance improvement initiativesThe 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 improvementOwn governance of supplier delivery discipline, including corrective action and recovery plansDrive root cause analysis and corrective action with suppliers for chronic delivery issuesPartner with crossfunctional teams to align supplier improvements with manufacturing needsMonitor supplier delivery performance trends and identify systemic risksProvide leadership, coaching, and development for SDD supervisors and specialistsSupport supplier performance reviews, escalations, and executive updatesEnsure consistent application of supplier delivery standards and processesContribute to continuous improvement of supplier management tools, reporting, and KPIsSome travel may be required to supplier or plant locations

Skills & Competencies:

Supplier relationship and performance managementStructured problemsolving and root cause analysisLeadership and people developmentCrossfunctional collaborationExecutive communication and presentation skillsDatadriven decision makingAt 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. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled.