Powering transformation for a sustainable future

At WinGD and across the shipping industry we face unprecedented change as we strive to bring greater sustainability into our global business. As marine engine designers our responsibility in this is significant. A career with WinGD has an impact on shaping a better world for tomorrow.
As a leading developer of the two-stroke engines that power merchant shipping, our people drive innovative solutions for our customers on a global scale. Headquartered in Winterthur, Switzerland, since its inception in 1893, WinGD continues the legacy of the Sulzer Corporation through innovation in design.
Our success in this ever evolving, competitive environment is based on the drive, innovation and collaboration of our diverse employee population, over 420 people worldwide, representing over 25 different nationalities. Come, be a part of this change.

WinGD is looking for a

Supplier Development Expert

Responsibilities:

• Lead/support supplier certification processes.
• Support the search and selection of suppliers for new components (and spare parts), ensuring they meet company standards.
• Ensure that suppliers understand and comply with company requirements, drawings, and specifications and adhere to industry regulations and company standards
• Provide ongoing technical support and clarification to suppliers as needed.
• Assist suppliers in developing and maintaining robust quality control processes to reduce defects and ensure consistent product quality.
• Perform audits of supplier facilities and processes to ensure compliance and continuous improvement.
• Provide technical expertise and support to the purchasing team to ensure informed decision-making.
• Support quality management activities and inspections for purchasing, ensuring components meet quality standards.
• Facilitate and support effective communication and collaboration between suppliers and internal teams.
• Assist with the evaluation and resolution of technical issues related to supplier components.
• Regular reporting (progress, achievements and KPI’s)
• Maintain a good relationship with suppliers.
• Work in close co-operation with all other team colleagues worldwide and share information.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Min. 5 years work experience in manufacturing related, QM or supplier development environment preferably in marine or heavy machinery industry. Two-stroke experience preferred.
• Experience in quality control and assurance preferred.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes.
• Experience in conducting supplier audits and leading certification processes.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• High level of commitment, self-motivated and team spirit
• Audit experience of advantage
• Familiar with Engineering Codes and technical Specifications (e.g. Technical Rules of Shipping Classification Societies, EN- and ISO Standards)
• Familiar with engineering drawings
• Good skills for Microsoft Office such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
• Fluency in spoken and written English.

Our offer:

• An opportunity to shape the sustainability and environmental impact of the shipping industry. WinGD is on the leading edge of the technology which is shaping the future of the shipping industry
• A dynamic working environment, blending a long history of technology expertise with industry leading innovation across a global network
• Award winning and extraordinary products
• Multi-cultural and interdisciplinary teams offering diverse perspectives and collaborative thinking
• Dynamic and interactive working conditions. WinGD offers a non-hierarchical, agile structure where input and ideas are welcome
• In-house technology training and professional development opportunities