GLOBAL SUPPLIERS QUALITY LEADER

GLOBAL SUPPLIERS QUALITY LEADER 

5+ to 7 years experience

The automotive industry is known for the high standards it imposes on all the participants in the value chain. Quality standards are driven by the Original Equipment Manufacturers and are usually governed by the ISO/TS 16949 Quality Management System. 

The Global Suppliers Quality Leader will implement and maintain processes, improving supplier quality globally. This role is also designed to ensure harmonization of these systems, processes and policies. 

Principal Responsibilities –

Develop and control quality standards for suppliers

Develop and implement supplier audit procedures

Drive continuous improvement across the organization

Track and analyze supplier quality issues and drive improvement

Build internal capabilities related to supplier quality and continuous improvement

Raise awareness with key stakeholders of new requirements and best practices

Coordinate Management Review of supplier quality issues 

Global harmonization of:

Supplier Quality

Continues Improvement Capabilities

Requirements

Requirements include a minimum of a Bachelors degree in an Engineering or scientific discipline

Must have a minimum of 3 years of experience in Quality Management, Product Stewardship or Continuous Improvement disciplines

Main competencies: Collaborate for Achievement, Drive Sustainable Solutions, Act with Entrepreneurial Drive

Expertise in Risk Management

Prior quality auditing experience is required

Prior experience with Quality IT systems is required

Prior experience of document control methodologies is required

Prior automotive quality experience preferred

Requires strong performance under pressure and the ability to interact with key stakeholders internally and externally