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L3HHCM20

Supplier Development

Little Rock, AR · On-site +1

$84K - $156K/yr

Senior Specailist, Supply Chain Management (Supplier Development)- Remote Job Code: 42958 Job Location: Remote Opportunity Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 ...

L3HHCM20

Supplier Development

Tallahassee, FL · On-site +1

$84K - $156K/yr

Senior Specailist, Supply Chain Management (Supplier Development)- Remote Job Code: 42958 Job Location: Remote Opportunity Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 ...

L3HHCM20

Supplier Development

Atlanta, GA · On-site +1

$84K - $156K/yr

Senior Specailist, Supply Chain Management (Supplier Development)- Remote Job Code: 42958 Job Location: Remote Opportunity Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 ...

L3HHCM20

Supplier Development

Montgomery, AL · On-site +1

$84K - $156K/yr

Senior Specailist, Supply Chain Management (Supplier Development)- Remote Job Code: 42958 Job Location: Remote Opportunity Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 ...

MOBIS

Supplier Development Specialist

Richmond Hill, GA · On-site

Role Overview The Supplier Development specialist's primary responsibility is to support the supplier development department in developing and implementing new parts for the assigned PE system (Motor ...

ASM

Director, Supplier Development

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

Job's mission As Director, Supplier Development at ASM, you will lead a strategic function focused on building and scaling supplier capabilities across critical commodities. This role will oversee ...

TouchTunes

Supplier Development Engineer

Loves Park, IL · On-site

$75K - $90K/yr

Supplier Development Engineer Location: Loves Park Your mission on the Engineering team: At TouchTunes, your work matters, the Supplier Development Engineer is the technical bridge between Supply ...

MOBIS

Supplier Development Specialist

Richmond Hill, GA · On-site

Role Overview The Supplier Development specialist's primary responsibility is to support the supplier development department in developing and implementing new parts for the assigned PE system (Motor ...

ASM

Director, Supplier Development

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

Job's mission As Director, Supplier Development at ASM, you will lead a strategic function focused on building and scaling supplier capabilities across critical commodities. This role will oversee ...

Moog, Inc.

Supplier Development Engineer

Buffalo, NY · On-site

Supplier Development Engineer Work Schedule: Hybrid - Buffalo, NY Moog, Inc. is a global leader in motion control across land, sea air and space, pioneering advanced solutions to drive cutting edge ...

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How much do supplier development jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for supplier development in the United States is $52.99, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41.35 and $64.90 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is supplier development?

Supplier development is a process where a company works closely with its suppliers to improve their performance, quality, efficiency, and capabilities. The goal is to ensure that suppliers meet the company’s requirements for quality, cost, delivery, and innovation. Activities may include training, joint improvement projects, sharing best practices, and regular performance evaluations. Effective supplier development can lead to stronger partnerships, reduced risks, and a more reliable supply chain.

What skills and qualifications are needed for supplier development?

To thrive as a Supplier Development professional, you need strong analytical skills, supply chain knowledge, and experience in quality management, often supported by a degree in engineering, supply chain, or a related field. Familiarity with ERP systems, supplier relationship management tools, and certifications like Six Sigma or APICS are typically valuable. Excellent negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills help build productive supplier partnerships and drive continuous improvement. These skills are crucial for ensuring supplier performance, cost-effectiveness, and the overall competitiveness of the business.

What are typical challenges in supplier development and how are they addressed?

Professionals in Supplier Development often encounter challenges such as aligning supplier capabilities with company quality standards, managing communication across different cultures or time zones, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. These challenges are typically addressed through regular supplier audits, clear performance metrics, and collaborative problem-solving sessions. Building strong relationships with suppliers and establishing open lines of communication are also key to successfully overcoming obstacles and achieving long-term supply chain goals.

What is the difference between Supplier Development vs Quality Engineer?

AspectSupplier DevelopmentQuality Engineer
Primary FocusImproving supplier capabilities and performanceEnsuring product quality and compliance
Required SkillsSupplier management, process improvement, negotiationQuality control, testing, root cause analysis
Work EnvironmentSupplier sites, manufacturing plantsManufacturing facilities, labs, quality departments
CertificationsISO 9001, Six Sigma, supplier management certificationsASQ certifications, Six Sigma, quality assurance credentials

Supplier Development and Quality Engineer roles often overlap in industry but differ in focus. Supplier Development concentrates on enhancing supplier performance and capabilities, while Quality Engineers focus on maintaining and improving product quality. Both roles require similar certifications and work in manufacturing environments, but their core responsibilities target different aspects of the supply chain and product lifecycle.

What does supplier development do?

Supplier development is a role focused on improving the performance and capabilities of suppliers to ensure quality, cost efficiency, and timely delivery. It involves activities such as assessing supplier processes, providing training, and implementing continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen supply chain relationships.
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Infographic showing various Supplier Development job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $110,213 per year, or $53 per hour.

Supplier Development

L3HHCM20

Little Rock, AR • On-site, Remote

$84K - $156K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Job Title: Senior Specailist, Supply Chain Management (Supplier Development)- Remote

Job Code: 42958

Job Location: Remote Opportunity

Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours worked - and have every other Friday off

Job Description:

Candidate will work with suppliers to ensure access to and alignment on technical data requirements and specifications with members from engineering, quality and other functional experts to enable the supplier to become qualified in manufacturing products for defense programs.  Candidate will be exposed to and need to understand basic technical and manufacturing requirements, such as reading drawings, understanding specifications, and collaborating engineers and technology experts to create action plans and projects to successfully on-board the supplier. This opporunity requires 50% travel to supplier site location(s).

Essential Functions:

  • Travel 50% to supplier location(s) (could be some international travel as needed).
  • Collaborate with suppliers on new product development and technological innovations.
  • Oversee supplier development of manufacturing baseline documentation, and align planning with Project Engineering, Quality and other functions as necessary.
  • Ensure timeliness of technical/manufacturing Q&A between supplier and COEs, to include drawing, specification, statement of work, and other requirements package documentation.
  • Author and/or review inputs to supplier validation/qualification statement of works for new processes.
  • Encourage suppliers to propose innovative solutions that can enhance products or processes.
  • Align with engineering and strategy department personnel to promote and align internal research & development (IR&D) projects.
  • Generate weekly status reports to management and engineering.

Qualifications: 

  • Bachelor's Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant supplier development experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related supplier development experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related supplier development experience. 

Preferred Additional Skills:

  • Master degree or focus in supply chain.
  • Work in manufacturing environment using basic technical skills such as drawing reviews, standard operating procedure development and/or equipment usage.
  • Computer skills, especially Microsoft Office products, as well as MRP/ERP system knowledge.
  • Organizational skills and ability to multi-task project actions
  • Ability to lead meetings and develop presentation packages and business case analysis for review with business leaders.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in California, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Washington, and the Greater D.C, Denver, or NYC areas is $84,000 - $156,000. The salary range for this role in Colorado state, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New York state, Cleveland Ohio, and Vermont is $73,500 - $135,000. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements. 

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