- Establishing Supplier Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) processes in the Area Europe in alignment with procurement strategy
- Collaborating with global QA teams and strategic Area Europe Procurement teams to prioritize supplier development by product improving quality cost competitiveness and supply reliability
- Evaluating existing and new supplier capabilities to ensure they meet product cost quality capacity and fulfilment requirements as well as customer and internal system standards
- Approving products that meet required quality standards
- Implementing lean methodologies supplier scorecards and conduct supplier audits to drive compliance and continuous improvement as well as resolving issues systematically
- Monitoring supplier performance indicators using scorecards and rankings to enhance the supply bases ability to consistently meet or exceed expectations
- Offering consultancy to enhance quality and manufacturing processes cost-effectively reduce waste introduce new products and improve product design
- Fostering positive working relationships with Area and local Product Management and Engineering teams managing supplier/engineering interactions design changes capacity studies and new product introductions
- Leading investigations into major problems and special projects building strong working relationships with suppliers and the supply chain in product development and parts procurement
- Act as role model and promoter of the Umdasch Group principles Doka strategy and compliance for Area Europe
Qualifications :
- Degree in Manufacturing or Engineering or equivalent education
- Minimum five years of experience in a similar role dealing with quality systems customers and suppliers management supplier development and audits
- Strong knowledge in Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (FMEA)
- Knowledge in manufacturing processes/standards material standards/grades certifications testing standards and welding standards and processes.
- Preferably good knowledge of structural/steel metal fabrication processes e.g. EN1090 EN ISO 3834
- Good understanding and interpretation of engineering drawings
- Statistical analytical skills and technical proficiency for quality processes
- Strong communication skills with concise and clarity to multiple stakeholder e.g. internal stakeholders customers and suppliers
- Problem-solving skills and ability to manage multiple projects while adhering to strict deadlines and budgets
- Ability to work in a diverse and dynamic environment
- Excellent language skills in English AND German
- Willingness to travel
Additional Information :
For this position we offer a local market-compliant salary based on your qualifications and relevant professional experience.
Are you interested in this challenging position in an international group with long-term job prospects Send us your detailed application documents (motivation letter and CV) - we are looking forward to meeting you!
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time