Development Associate Jobs in Wooster, OH (NOW HIRING)

WHO WE ARE

At Seaman Corporation, we are dedicated to creating and supplying quality, high-performance fabrics that protect our planet, our people, and our customers. From humble beginnings in 1949 to a multi-million-dollar organization, this family-owned business has grown to be a leading manufacturer in highly durable coated fabrics, supplying products to customers around the globe.

Every Seaman Corporation associate plays a valuable role in our company’s continuous growth. We believe by investing in the right people and resources, we can drive sustainable growth across the entire business.

Seaman Corporation products are composed of proprietary knitted or woven base fabrics and coating formulas to produce high performance roofing systems, geomembrane liners, truck tarps, architectural structures, and much more. We work exclusively with authorized fabricators, designers, consultants, engineers, and installers for quality solutions, start to finish.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Company performance bonus in addition to base salary
• Flexible work opportunities including flex schedules and remote work from home up to two days per week (if applicable to role)
• Professional development opportunities including tuition reimbursement, course training, and networking
• A competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, paid time off (PTO), volunteer time off (VTO), and paid holidays
• Fun and engaging activities including department outings, holiday parties, and our annual company-wide dinner

Seaman Corporation is seeking a Supplier Development Analyst to join our Operations team! This position will report to the Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Supplier Development Analyst plays a key role in managing and improving supplier performance by ensuring that suppliers meet the established standard for quality, cost, and delivery. This position will promote excellence in supplier performance through audits and implementation of Lean-focused process improvements. The position will also seek out opportunities to reduce costs and waste with current suppliers, while also seeking out new supplier partnerships.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.

• Assess new suppliers’ capabilities and ensure they meet standards for quality, cost, and delivery.
• Evaluate supplier performance and support improvement plans as needed.
• Work with suppliers to implement Lean manufacturing principles and Continuous Improvement initiatives.
• Ensure suppliers observe industry standards and regulations.
• Assist supplier process troubleshooting and help them improve their processes and products.
• Cross-functional collaboration with internal Technical, Quality, Manufacturing, and Product Management teams.
• Regular audits of key suppliers’ facilities to ensure they are following standards and to generate Continuous Improvement opportunities.
• Identify opportunities to reduce costs through supplier development and process optimization.
• Support the introduction of new products by ensuring suppliers are able to meet specifications and timeframes.
• Work with suppliers to demonstrate and maintain capability to meet specifications.
• Mitigate any quality issues and containment at suppliers to improve quality.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering or related field; or relevant work experience required
• 3–7 years of experience in Purchasing and/or Supplier Development

• Strong understanding of chemistry principles, manufacturing processes, and quality control methods
• Familiarity with supplier quality management methods and accreditations
• Ability to identify issues, root causes, and implement corrective actions when problem solving
• Prior experience with project management
• Excellent cross functional and external communication skills
• Experience with data analysis, negotiation, regulatory compliance, and Lean processes

COMPETENCIES

To perform the job successfully, an individual should be aligned with our company values and demonstrate the following competencies:

Do What’s Right

• Safety: Safety is our priority and everyone’s responsibility. If you see something unsafe, you are called to say something.
• Customer Focus: We are in business for the customer. Our (internal and external) customers deserve our focus, and we can create solutions that solve their needs.
• Integrity: Our words and actions reflect our values, and we hold respect for all individuals.

Work Together

• Collaboration: We must share openly with one another, listen actively, and seek to understand the needs of our colleagues. We will respect diversity and work to find common ground.
• Teamwork: We will trust the person and attack the process.

Create Solutions

• Entrepreneurism: Act with a spirit of entrepreneurism, challenge the status quo, and find innovative solutions to our obstacles.
• Continuous Improvement: Everyone is an advocate for continuous improvement. Be willing to learn something new and accept that failure is a part of the process.
• Results: At the end of the day, results are what drive us forward. Hold yourself accountable to remove roadblocks and focus on the outcome over the activity.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: 25%