Tasks

• You are responsible for managing complaints to suppliers and driving the continuous improvement of supplier performance .
• You develop key performance indicators, reports and supplier evaluations and derive suitable improvement measures from them .
• You plan, coordinate and conduct supplier audits and support suppliers in the sustainable development of their processes and quality standards.
• You will contribute to the implementation of our supplier strategy, risk management, and sustainability goals.
• You will be involved in the selection, qualification and approval of new suppliers, as well as the initial sampling and approval of components.
• You support development and factory projects as a central interface to our suppliers and ensure a successful transition to series production.
• You initiate and manage supplier development programs , working closely with purchasing, engineering, production and other departments.

Profile

• You have successfully completed a degree in mechanical engineering, industrial engineering or a comparable technical qualification.
• You have several years of professional experience (at least 3 years) in supplier management, supplier quality management or quality management in a manufacturing company.
• You have a technical background in mechanical or electrical manufacturing processes.
• You are familiar with common quality methods such as 8D, Ishikawa or supplier evaluations and apply them confidently in practice.
• You work independently, in a structured and solution-oriented manner, and impress with a confident demeanor towards internal and external contacts.
• You are willing to travel for supplier visits and audits.
• You have good English skills, both spoken and written.