• implement process improvements and risk mitigation strategies across the supply base • build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external customers, key partners, and stakeholders • influence decision-making through quality assurance, aligning efforts with customer priorities and mission success • interpret and communicate purchase order technical & quality requirements to ensure supplier and subcontractor compliance • ensure product requirements are properly flowed down and adhered to by internal teams and sub-tier suppliers • assess suppliers throughout supplier engagements related to quality, capability, capacity, opportunity and risk • perform technical evaluations in support of cost and price analysis • manage supplier requests for product and process changes • communicate the technical health of our suppliers to stakeholders • identify and resolve supplier risks and systemic issues through root-cause analysis and corrective actions • drive continuous improvement using Six Sigma, lean methodologies, and other analytical tools • collaborate across multiple functions and Cross Business Teams (CBTs) • oversee First Article Verification, Source Inspection, and supplier assessments, audits, and reviews • resolve supplier risks and ensure compliance with program objectives