Job description
SUPPLIER EXCELLENCE & READINESS ASSESSMENT SPECIALIST, MANUFACTURING
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 Specialist, Manufacturing is responsible for evaluating supplier manufacturing operations to determine whether they are stable, scalable, and capable of reliably supporting current and future production requirements. This is a unique opportunity to help establish and shape NFI's Supplier Excellence & Readiness Assessment program through the evaluation of supplier manufacturing operations, production systems, and execution readiness across NFI's global supply base. This role focuses on how suppliers actually execute on the shop floor, assessing production systems, scheduling practices, operational controls, capacity management, and overall manufacturing effectiveness. You will help identify operational risks and improvement opportunities before they impact supplier performance, delivery commitments, or future 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 creating a 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:
Conduct on-site supplier assessments focused on manufacturing execution and operational performance
Evaluate production planning, scheduling, level loading, and capacity utilization processes
Assess plant layouts, workflow efficiency, material movement, and work-in-process controls
Identify bottlenecks, production constraints, throughput limitations, and operational risks
Review operational KPIs, visual management systems, and daily management practices
Evaluate manufacturing process discipline, standard work adherence, and workforce training effectiveness
Assess scalability of supplier operations during growth, demand fluctuations, and new product introduction
Evaluate equipment readiness, maintenance practices, tooling availability, and reliance on overtime
Identify systemic risks impacting quality, delivery, cost, and production stability
Provide evidence-based recommendations to improve manufacturing performance and operational readiness.
Support corrective action development and validation activities
Contribute to overall supplier readiness evaluations and risk assessments
Requirements
WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:
10+ years of experience in manufacturing, operations leadership, industrial engineering, production planning, or operational excellence
Strong knowledge of manufacturing systems, production scheduling, capacity planning, and factory operations
Experience evaluating high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environments
Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement expertise
Understanding of material flow, work-in-process (WIP) management, operational KPIs, and constraint management
Experience supporting operational turnarounds, supplier recovery efforts, or manufacturing transformations is preferred
Strong observation, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Ability to quickly identify operational risks within complex manufacturing environments
Excellent communication and report-writing skills
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.