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Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in Supplier Quality Management and Development, with a strong focus on VDA 6.3 standards and quality improvement methodologies. Proven ability to collaborate across teams and drive supplier performance in international manufacturing environments.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Supplier Quality ManagementVDA 6.3 Auditor QualificationMachining And Metal-Cutting Manufacturing TechnologiesQuality Management SystemsSAP PP/MM
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Hard Skills
Supplier AuditsCorrective And Preventive ActionsQuality Assurance MethodologiesProblem-Solving ToolsQuality KPIs MonitoringSupplier Risk EvaluationsContinuous Improvement InitiativesProcess OptimizationCost Reduction InitiativesManufacturing Quality
Soft Skills
Analytical ThinkingProblem-Solving SkillsCommunication SkillsStakeholder ManagementProactive Approach
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft Office ApplicationsSAP PP/MM
Certifications & Qualifications
VDA 6.3 Auditor Qualification
Industry Keywords
Supplier DevelopmentInternational ManufacturingIndustrial Production ProcessesQuality ImprovementSupplier Performance Management
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Drive and monitor supplier quality performance related to machining and metal-cutting manufacturing technologies
- Plan, perform, and follow up supplier audits with a strong focus on VDA 6.3 standards and requirements
- Define, track, and verify corrective and preventive actions to ensure sustainable quality improvements
- Coordinate supplier quality issues, complaints, and escalations while supporting effective root cause analysis and problem resolution
- Support the qualification, assessment, and approval of new suppliers, including supplier risk evaluations
- Collaborate closely with Purchasing, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Logistics teams to improve supplier processes and product quality
- Monitor and analyze supplier quality KPIs and initiate improvement measures where necessary
- Lead supplier development projects and continuous improvement initiatives in an international environment
- Drive the implementation of best practices in quality management and supplier performance management
- Actively contribute to quality improvement, process optimization, and cost reduction initiatives
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering, Quality Management, Manufacturing Engineering, or a comparable technical field
- Minimum 3-5 years of professional experience in Supplier Quality Management, Supplier Development, Manufacturing Quality, or Quality Assurance
- Strong knowledge of machining, metal-cutting manufacturing technologies, and industrial production processes
- Experience in conducting supplier audits and implementing supplier development programs
- Qualification as a VDA 6.3 Auditor or comparable auditing experience
- Solid knowledge of quality management systems, quality assurance methodologies, and problem-solving tools such as 8D, 5 Why, and Ishikawa
- Fluent English skills, both written and spoken
- Experience working in international manufacturing or supplier environments is an advantage
- User-level knowledge of SAP PP/MM and Microsoft Office applications
- Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Proactive, structured, and solution-oriented approach with the ability to work effectively across international teams
- Willingness to travel internationally up to approximately 20%
Benefits
Comp & perks- Competitive compensation and benefits package
- Annual bonus
- Monthly cafeteria allowance
- Long-service awards
- Flexible working arrangements with up to 5 home office days per month
- Continuous professional development and training opportunities
- Language learning support
- On-site fitness center and sports facilities
- Company restaurant available on-site
- Secure, covered parking facilities