Ontic, a leading licensor and manufacturer of complex engineering parts for the global aerospace and defence industries, are now recruiting for a
Supplier Performance Engineer
to join our
Supply Chain
team where you'll support us in enabling the efficient and effective performance of our suppliers. This role will be based at our
Staverton, Gloucestershire
site.
Ontic is more than just a business, we're a community of innovators who pride ourselves on fostering a culture where talent thrives, ideas flourish, and careers are built. We're committed to excellence, driving us to continuously improve and adapt, ensuring that we remain at the forefront of our industry.
The Role:
You will be working closely with the Supply Chain and Supplier Quality Departments to monitor, evaluate, and improve the performance of our suppliers to enhance the overall supply chain efficiency. You will be responsible for:
Conducting regular Supplier Performance reviews / supplier visits to identify areas of improvement and adherence to contractual obligations. Collaborating with suppliers to develop and implement improvement plans to address performance gaps and enhance overall efficiency. Utilising Operational and Technical ability to problem solve and complete RCCA with Suppliers. Participating in improvement activities at department/company level to enhance business performance. Analysing supplier quality and delivery performance data to identify trends, areas of concern, and opportunities for improvement. Generating comprehensive reports for management, highlighting key performance indicators and proposing corrective actions as needed. Fostering strong relationships with key suppliers, acting as focal point of contact for performance-related matters. Conducting regular supplier meetings to discuss performance metrics, improvement plan progress and address any concerns. Identifying potential risks in the supply chain related to supplier performance and developing mitigation strategies. Collaborating with the procurement team to assess and manage risks associated with supplier relationships. About you:
At Ontic, our culture is integral to making sure we enjoy our work and deliver for our customers. While we look for the right skillset, we're also looking for someone who will thrive within our recognition and empowerment culture.
To be successful in this role you'll need to have a deep understanding of aerospace industry requirements, strong analytical skills, and the ability to build collaborative relationships with suppliers. The role will require applying established capability working with complex Hydraulic and Mechanical aerospace components, systems and manufacturing processes. HNC or Degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering Significant experience of working within a manufacturing environment Some experience of using advanced quality and continuous improvement, problem solving tools (e.g. PFMEA, 6-sigma) 5+ years experience of working within a Technical/Quality/Supplier performance role within an aerospace environment Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings/specifications to facilitate problem resolution Excellent organisational and communication skills Commercially minded with an ability to deliver "outside of the box" solutions to commercial problems. Positive can-do attitude Capability to work independently and as part of a team cross-functionally and within the function demonstrating respect and understanding. Benefits
At Ontic we care about your financial, physical, and mental wellness so we offer a range of benefits to support this. We care about what matters to you and have a valued culture of recognition and empowerment, accompanied by benefits that support work/life balance.
Our benefits package highlights include: Up to 29 days paid holiday plus Bank Holidays 10 hours paid volunteering time Annual goal share bonus scheme for all employees 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Discounts and offers from a range of retailers Best place to work
We are more than the sum of our parts. And we've been recognised internally and externally for being so: We were ranked #9 in Best Companies' Q3 leaderboard for Best Manufacturing Company based on our employee feedback 72.5% of employees who took part in our 2023 employee satisfaction survey said they are proud to work at Ontic No day is the same at Ontic; we have doubled in size over the last couple of years and are still in rapid growth. We attribute our success to empowering colleagues to create the opportunity, fostering an environment of autonomy where we ask for forgiveness, not permission.
Our values
Our values are intrinsic to everything we do: We share
a common sense
- we're a global family of specialists with a shared passion for precision. We have the
freedom to choose
- we're challengers and innovators with the freedom to think differently and challenge the status quo. We
create the opportunity
- we're change-makers with a clear direction and can-do spirit. We are a fast-paced business with ambitious growth plans; so if you are dedicated, enthusiastic and always seeking ways to improve, you'll enjoy a career with us! #J-18808-Ljbffr
Supplier Performance Engineer
to join our
Supply Chain
team where you'll support us in enabling the efficient and effective performance of our suppliers. This role will be based at our
Staverton, Gloucestershire
site.
Ontic is more than just a business, we're a community of innovators who pride ourselves on fostering a culture where talent thrives, ideas flourish, and careers are built. We're committed to excellence, driving us to continuously improve and adapt, ensuring that we remain at the forefront of our industry.
The Role:
You will be working closely with the Supply Chain and Supplier Quality Departments to monitor, evaluate, and improve the performance of our suppliers to enhance the overall supply chain efficiency. You will be responsible for:
Conducting regular Supplier Performance reviews / supplier visits to identify areas of improvement and adherence to contractual obligations. Collaborating with suppliers to develop and implement improvement plans to address performance gaps and enhance overall efficiency. Utilising Operational and Technical ability to problem solve and complete RCCA with Suppliers. Participating in improvement activities at department/company level to enhance business performance. Analysing supplier quality and delivery performance data to identify trends, areas of concern, and opportunities for improvement. Generating comprehensive reports for management, highlighting key performance indicators and proposing corrective actions as needed. Fostering strong relationships with key suppliers, acting as focal point of contact for performance-related matters. Conducting regular supplier meetings to discuss performance metrics, improvement plan progress and address any concerns. Identifying potential risks in the supply chain related to supplier performance and developing mitigation strategies. Collaborating with the procurement team to assess and manage risks associated with supplier relationships. About you:
At Ontic, our culture is integral to making sure we enjoy our work and deliver for our customers. While we look for the right skillset, we're also looking for someone who will thrive within our recognition and empowerment culture.
To be successful in this role you'll need to have a deep understanding of aerospace industry requirements, strong analytical skills, and the ability to build collaborative relationships with suppliers. The role will require applying established capability working with complex Hydraulic and Mechanical aerospace components, systems and manufacturing processes. HNC or Degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering Significant experience of working within a manufacturing environment Some experience of using advanced quality and continuous improvement, problem solving tools (e.g. PFMEA, 6-sigma) 5+ years experience of working within a Technical/Quality/Supplier performance role within an aerospace environment Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings/specifications to facilitate problem resolution Excellent organisational and communication skills Commercially minded with an ability to deliver "outside of the box" solutions to commercial problems. Positive can-do attitude Capability to work independently and as part of a team cross-functionally and within the function demonstrating respect and understanding. Benefits
At Ontic we care about your financial, physical, and mental wellness so we offer a range of benefits to support this. We care about what matters to you and have a valued culture of recognition and empowerment, accompanied by benefits that support work/life balance.
Our benefits package highlights include: Up to 29 days paid holiday plus Bank Holidays 10 hours paid volunteering time Annual goal share bonus scheme for all employees 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Discounts and offers from a range of retailers Best place to work
We are more than the sum of our parts. And we've been recognised internally and externally for being so: We were ranked #9 in Best Companies' Q3 leaderboard for Best Manufacturing Company based on our employee feedback 72.5% of employees who took part in our 2023 employee satisfaction survey said they are proud to work at Ontic No day is the same at Ontic; we have doubled in size over the last couple of years and are still in rapid growth. We attribute our success to empowering colleagues to create the opportunity, fostering an environment of autonomy where we ask for forgiveness, not permission.
Our values
Our values are intrinsic to everything we do: We share
a common sense
- we're a global family of specialists with a shared passion for precision. We have the
freedom to choose
- we're challengers and innovators with the freedom to think differently and challenge the status quo. We
create the opportunity
- we're change-makers with a clear direction and can-do spirit. We are a fast-paced business with ambitious growth plans; so if you are dedicated, enthusiastic and always seeking ways to improve, you'll enjoy a career with us! #J-18808-Ljbffr
