Supplier Quality Manager at KOSTAL Group

Pazardzhik, Pazardzhik, Bulgaria -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

01 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Supplier Quality Management, Supplier Development, Complaints Management, System Audits, Process Audits, Corrective Actions, Project Launch Support, Change Management, KPI Analysis, Quality Reporting, Product Sampling, APQP, IATF16949, VDA6.3, SPC, FMEA

Industry

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

Description

Company Description At Kostal Bulgaria Automotive, we develop and produce technologically advanced electronic, electromechanical and mechatronic products for the automotive industry. Joining our team means becoming part of an organization, which leverages its long-standing reputation to capture growth trends by investing in innovation and manufacturing enhancements and maintaining deep customer relationships. Job Description About the Role: We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Supplier Quality Manager to join our team. This hands-on leadership role requires flexibility and a proactive approach to supplier quality management, ensuring high standards and continuous improvement within our supply chain. Key Responsibilities: Technical and disciplinary management of employees in the supplier quality department. Responsible for supplier development and complaints management. Support system and process audits at suppliers and customers, including follow-up and implementation of corrective actions. Control and manage escalations effectively. Provide support in project launches and change management concerning quality issues. Analyze KPIs and create quality reports for management. Oversee the product sampling process and APQP for purchased parts. Qualifications Your Qualifications: Completed engineering studies or a technical apprenticeship with further qualification as a technician. Several years of professional experience in the automotive or automobile industry (e.g., quality, production, logistics, or purchasing). In-depth knowledge of common quality tools and standards (IATF16949, VDA6.3, SPC, FMEA, APQP/PPAP). Practical experience in conducting audits is desirable, ideally with auditor certification. Strong proficiency in Bulgarian and business-fluent English. Willingness to travel as needed. Additional Information WE OFFER: An Excellent opportunity to grow with us and develop your career. A Dynamic and rapidly growing global company. Great and supporting working environment. Competitive salary related to targets achieved. Social benefits. Free company transport from Plovdiv to Pazardzhik. Long-term career opportunity in a multinational company. If you are interested in this opening please send your detailed CV in English.All applications will be treated with strict confidentiality.

Responsibilities

The Supplier Quality Manager will manage the supplier quality department and oversee supplier development and complaints management. This role also involves conducting audits, managing escalations, and supporting project launches related to quality issues.