Supplier Development Leader

Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education.

For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-world results and help move society forward.

We are looking for a Supplier Development Leader

What will you do?

• Leading supplier development projects to ensure timely delivery, quality assurance, capacity management, and sustainability goals are met.
• Implementing Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) tools to ensure supplier readiness for new product introductions and outsourcing projects.
• Driving a culture of accountability by establishing clear KPIs and improvement strategies aligned with organizational objectives.
• Conducting capacity audits and scalability reviews to validate supplier capabilities and ensure their alignment with our operational demands.
• Facilitating supplier trainings and structured problem-solving initiatives to address delivery and quality issues effectively.

How will you do it?

• Taking ownership of outcomes with accountability, integrity, and a focus on safety, ensuring all processes align with organizational values and compliance standards.
• Focusing on critical aspects by staying close to supplier operations and eliminating obstacles that hinder performance.
• Utilizing APQP tools and methodologies to assess and approve supplier processes and parts efficiently, ensuring readiness for product launches.
• Driving continuous improvement through candid assessments and innovative solutions to performance challenges, enhancing supplier capabilities and operational efficiency.
• Collaborating across diverse teams, fostering trust and shared goals to achieve seamless integration of supplier operations with company requirements.

What are we looking for?

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, manufacturing, business management, or supply chain management.
• Over 8 years of experience in supplier quality, development, or continuous improvement within manufacturing or supply chain environments, preferably on a global scale.
• Proficiency in Six Sigma and lean manufacturing methodologies, with a proven track record of applying these tools effectively.
• Exceptional project management and analytical skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results under tight schedules.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively across diverse cultures and organizational levels.
• Willingness to travel extensively, including international trips, to engage directly with supplier operations.
• Proficient in advanced quality planning tools and risk analysis techniques to support new product integration and supplier onboarding processes.

What do we offer?  

• Comprehensive benefits package.  
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.  
• Supportive and inclusive work environment.  
• Commitment to work-life balance and employee well-being.  
• Engagement in meaningful projects that make a difference. 

Johnson Controls does not request pregnancy or HIV testing as a condition for hiring, continued employment, or promotion, in accordance with its commitment to labor equality and non-discrimination.