Your Role & Responsibilities Leading and managing Supplier Quality of BU4 global prior SOP (SQA-D).Ensure release of supplied purchase parts (quality and quantity) according to specification by coordination of SQA tasks as defined in SQA RASIC.APQP for purchased parts and supplier development.Planning and assuring quality of purchased parts applying quality methods and tools (FMEA, APQP, PPAP, SPC).Interface to Project Purchasing, Commodity Purchasing, Development, Plants and other preventive BU4 departments.Coordinate by segment BU4 global SQA-D & SQA-P teams to ensure Supplier Quality performance meeting all customer expectations and excellence (external and internal customers, plants).Represent SQA in sourcing decisions for BU4 SQA-D / -P.Plan, Perform and Monitor supplier process audits according to VDA 6.3 and/or supplier assessments - define development actions.Audits, PPAP, checking of corrective action effectiveness for BU4 SQA-D / -P.First and second level escalation management with suppliers before and after SOP.Problem solving tracking for escalation level 2 and higher according to Escalation guideline.Active contribution in teams to develop supplier strategies (Teamwork with purchasing, project teams, plants, and central functions and for VA / VE activities).Active contribution in teams to develop quality strategies for supplied parts (Teamwork with purchasing, project teams, plants, and central functions and for VA / VE activities).Preparation, follow-up, and wrap up of quality agreements with suppliers.Supplier visits/meetings (including domestic and international travel as required).Internal and external reporting including related activities.Collaboration in projects and documentation & presentation of results.Your Skills & Strengths Engineering degree or similar.Technical background and deep understanding of manufacturing processes & technologies for metal.At least five years of professional experience in a similar position. Previous experience in Automotive sector will be an asset.Advanced Knowledge of IT Tools (MS Office & SAP R3).Competency in Quality methods and tools (TS 16949, Problem Solving, FMEA, SPC, MSA, GD&T).Commercial knowledge.Leadership skills and experience in leading intercultural teams.Strong character, leading & authority skills.Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills.C1 level of English is required. Spanish or German will be valued.In addition to work in a great team, we encourage you to reach your personal potential through outstanding learning and development opportunities. Exciting assignments and personalized support for your career are available to you.
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