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Specialist-Supplier Preparation Development CA

Manage tool and process development for approximately 35 suppliers, utilizing established Toyota Supplier Enhancement Project Management procedures.

Maintain database to track and report program status.

Negotiate with suppliers for tooling lead-time and development activities.

Visit suppliers to assess tooling and process. Identify the strengths/weaknesses through "go and see" activity, develop improvement strategies and support the implementation.

Issue reports to Management on program status in a timely manner.

Coordinate, facilitate and participate in meetings, both internal and external.

Must be willing and able to travel world wide.

Qualifications

University Degree or College Education in Engineering (Preference in Mechanical, Electrical or Industrial)

One to Five years related experience, preferably in the automotive industry (OEM or Tier 1 Supplier).

Experience:

Ability to work with minimum supervision.

Excellent working knowledge and experience in Manufacturing (injection, extrusion, blow molding, electrical, stamping or weld).

Knowledge of tool design, tool build and development (injection, extrusion, blow molding, electrical, stamping or weld).

Experience in process and system assessment to identify and mitigate risk.

Advanced problem solving skills.

Strong computer skill (Excel, Word, Access).

Excellent leadership, communication and interpersonal skills.

Strong management, organization and multi-tasking skills.

Job

Purchasing

Primary Location

CA-ON-Cambridge-Cambridge

Other Locations

CA-ON-Woodstock-Woodstock

Organization

TMMC - Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada

Travel

Yes, 10% of the time