Stellantis

Supplier Delivery Development (SDD) Manager

Stellantis • $100K — $130K *
Auburn Hills, MI 48326In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
3 weeks ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field
  • Minimum of 10 years in supply chain, supplier delivery, or manufacturing operations
  • Experience leading teams in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Preferred: Master's degree or equivalent experience
  • Preferred: Experience with automotive suppliers
  • Preferred: Proven track record in driving supplier performance improvement

Responsibilities

  • Lead supplier delivery development strategy for long-term improvement
  • Own governance of supplier delivery discipline with corrective actions
  • Drive root cause analysis for chronic delivery issues
  • Partner with teams to align supplier improvements with manufacturing
  • Monitor supplier performance trends and identify risks
  • Provide leadership and coaching for SDD team
  • Support supplier performance reviews and executive updates
  • Ensure consistent application of supplier delivery standards

Benefits

  • Leadership development opportunities
  • Access to cross-functional collaboration
  • Exposure to executive communication and presentation
  • Involvement in strategic decision-making
  • Opportunities for continuous improvement in tools and KPIs
  • Potential travel for supplier and plant engagement
Full Job Description
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 long-term 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 cross-functional 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 problem-solving and root cause analysis
  • Leadership and people development
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Executive communication and presentation skills
  • Data-driven 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 fast-paced environment
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Master's degree or equivalent experience
  • Experience working directly with automotive suppliers
  • Demonstrated success driving supplier performance improvement initiatives

About Stellantis

Stellantis is a multinational automotive manufacturer formed in 2021 by the merger of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles and Groupe PSA. The company designs, produces, and sells a wide range of vehicles under various brands, including Alfa Romeo, Chrysler, Citroen, Dodge, DS Automobiles, Fiat, Jeep, Lancia, Maserati, Opel, Peugeot, Ram, and Vauxhall. Stellantis operates in over 130 countries and has 14 brands in its portfolio. The company is committed to sustainable mobility and has set ambitious targets for reducing its carbon footprint and increasing the share of electric vehicles in its sales.
Learn more about Stellantis
Size
400,000 employees
Market Cap
$44.9 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
* Ladders Estimates

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