Job description
SUPPLIER EXCELLENCE & READINESS ASSESSMENT LEAD
USA
Full-Time, Remote
NFI is a leading global bus manufacturer of mass mobility solutions under the brands New Flyer® (heavy-duty transit buses), MCI® (motor coaches), Alexander Dennis (single and double-deck buses), ARBOC® (low-floor cutaway and medium-duty buses), and NFI Parts™. NFI currently offers the widest range of sustainable drive systems available, including zero-emission electric (trolley, battery, fuel cell), natural gas, electric hybrid, and clean diesel. In total, NFI supports its installed base in our buses and coaches around the world. Further information is available at
POSITION SUMMARY: The Supplier Excellence & Readiness Assessment Lead is responsible for leading comprehensive supplier assessments that evaluate operational readiness, supply continuity, business risk, scalability, and long-term supplier capability. This is a unique opportunity to help establish and shape NFI's Supplier Excellence & Readiness Assessment program, a new strategic function focused on proactively identifying supplier risks, strengthening supplier performance, and supporting the long-term resilience of NFI's global supply chain. As the overall assessment owner, you will integrate findings from manufacturing and quality specialists to provide executive-level insight into supplier readiness, risk exposure, and improvement opportunities. As part of NFI's Supplier Development team, you will play a critical role in identifying supplier risks before they impact production, delivery performance, or business growth.
WHY JOIN US:
Be part of a team leading the world’s electrification of mass mobility
Competitive Wages and comprehensive benefit package with Immediate benefit eligibility
Paid holidays and vacation
401K with generous company match
Passionate about creatinga better product, a better workplace, and a better world
Inclusive workplace culture that values and empowers team members.
On-the-job training in a continuous learning environment (we invested $15.9 million in 2024)
Advancement opportunities within our family of companies
We are proudly named one of Manitoba’s Top 25 employers
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
Lead end-to-end supplier readiness assessments across critical suppliers
Define assessment scope based on supplier risk, business impact, and strategic importance
Evaluate supplier leadership effectiveness, organizational structure, accountability, and business management processes
Assess demand planning, forecast management, order management, and supply chain planning capabilities
Evaluate supply continuity risks, long lead-time material strategies, and tier-two supplier dependencies
Assess supplier readiness for growth, business changes, relocations, ERP implementations, and operational disruptions
Identify business, supply chain, operational, and organizational risks that may impact performance
Consolidate manufacturing, quality, and supply chain assessment findings into a comprehensive readiness evaluation
Develop risk ratings, assessment reports, gap analyses, and supplier improvement roadmaps
Present findings and recommendations to supplier executives and internal stakeholders
Lead supplier corrective action governance, follow-up activities, and risk mitigation efforts
Support sourcing, supplier development, and supplier risk management strategies across the organization
Requirements
WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:
10+ years of progressive experience in supply chain, procurement, supplier development, supplier risk management, manufacturing operations, or related leadership roles
Strong understanding of demand planning, ERP/MRP systems, forecasting, capacity management, and supply continuity risk
Experience evaluating supplier business operations, financial stability, organizational effectiveness, and long-term capability
Demonstrated success leading supplier escalation, recovery, and improvement initiatives
Experience presenting findings and influencing executive stakeholders
Strong business acumen with the ability to identify systemic risks and improvement opportunities.
Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills
Experience in aerospace, automotive, transportation, heavy equipment, electronics, or other complex manufacturing environments
Ability to travel up to 50%
Benefits
Salary Range: $140,000-$170,000 per year, based on experience and qualifications.
Standard Hours: 5 Days, 8 hours, Mon–Fri, 7:30 AM– 4:00PM
OUR WHY: We exist to move people. Our mission is to design, deliver, and support market-leading bus and motorcoach solutions that are safe, accessible, efficient, and reliable. Our values—safety, quality, integrity, accountability, teamwork, and sustainability—are at the core of everything we do. NFI Group | We Move People - YouTube
Leveraging 450 years of combined experience, NFI offers a wide range of propulsion-agnostic bus and coach platforms, including market leading electric models. Through its low- and zero-emission buses and coaches, infrastructure, and technology, NFI meets today’s urban demands for scalable smart mobility solutions. Together, NFI is enabling more livable cities through connected, clean, and sustainable transportation. News and information is available at www.nfigroup.com, www.newflyer.com, www.mcicoach.com, nfi.parts, www.alexander-dennis.com, arbocsv.com, and carfaircomposites.com.
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Who can apply
Eligible countries: United States. Accepted UTC offsets: UTC-10, UTC-9, UTC-8, UTC-7, UTC-6, UTC-5, UTC+14. Review the full description for employer-specific work authorization, residency and schedule requirements.