Global Technology Scouting & Supplier Development Manager

Key Responsibilities 1. Supplier Performance Management Establish and execute a structured supplier performance management framework. Conduct annual performance reviews of strategic global equipment suppliers. Benchmark suppliers and define gap mitigation action plans. Maintain and update preferred supplier panels for upcoming sourcing activities. Drive performance assessment aligned with purchasing and industrial engineering teams. Lead supplier performance surveys, including self-assessments and cross-functional evaluations. 2. Technology Scouting & Innovation Build global networks with strategic suppliers, institutes, and universities. Identify and evaluate emerging manufacturing technologies. Support feasibility, maturity assessment, and release of new processes. Develop and align validation plans for new technologies with the technology roadmap. 3. Supplier Development & Future Growth Analyze and define strategic capabilities of equipment suppliers for future business needs. Condu...