Key Responsibilities:
o In accordance with global supplier strategy develop supplier capability and drive Customer-focused Quality and Sustainability as a primary goal into the supply chain.
o Assist the Supplier Quality Manager in the continuous improvement of our audit programmes in establishing new auditing Best Practice.
o Assist Supplier Quality Manager in the development of SQE competencies throughout Business Unit.
o Plan and Execute supplier validation audits in the business unit according to Best Practice.
o Follow up with the supplier directly for closure of correction action plans to address process NC’s.
o Ensure that supplier quality audits are approved in accordance with Best Practice.
o Prepare and present monthly/quarterly business unit audit plan reports.
o Support cross functional activities in supplier development. Supporting process improvement activities with under-performing suppliers.
o Facilitate the escalation of serious or unresolved supplier quality issues within assigned projects and current business activities.
o Support local quality management to provide insights on supplier capability & performance.
o Assist in the qualification and on-boarding of new suppliers.
o Liaise and communicate with other departments, customers, suppliers, and other interested parties.
o Proactively contributes to the team.
o Ability to work on own initiative.
o Comply with the organizational Policies.
o Act with integrity in all business activities.
Skills & Competencies:
o Computer literate - Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and modern IT structures and ERP software tools and processes.
o Strong knowledge of Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (FMEA).
o Good Knowledge of TS16949, ISO45001, ISO14001 & Sustainability.
o Strong knowledge of engineering parts & production processes.
o Planning and prioritising activities.
o Senior supplier quality engineers also need excellent written and verbal communication skills to serve as liaisons between companies and suppliers and prepare quality assurance reports.
o Experienced in complaint handling & 8D reporting.
o Proven communication and interpersonal skills.
o Analytical. Critical risk thinking and problem-solving skills.
o Ability to present data effectively.
o Proven leadership skills.
o Excellent English Language & Literacy Skills & local language.
o Self-Motivator who can plan and work autonomously.
Qualifications and Experience:
o Bachelor of Mechanical engineering or Equivalent.
o Qualified Lead Auditor via accredited certification body.
o Minimum 5 Years working experience in
o Supplier Quality Auditing,
o Supplier Development
o Quality Assurance.
o Fluent in English, oral and written.
o Willingness to travel.