Supplier Quality Leader – Powertrain

Are you an experienced Supplier Quality Leader within Powertrain looking for a new opportunity? I'm currently recruiting a permanent role which is based in Gaydon and offers a competitive salary!

Responsibilities

• Strong supplier management and leadership throughout the life cycle of parts from supplier selection through part introduction, serial manufacture, and warranty.
• Technical ability within commodity and functional area for Powertrain product parts & suppliers that include knowledge of in pipes, hoses and heat exchangers for oil and coolant systems.
• Supplier Auditing for selection and continuous improvement purposes.
• Conducting supplier process control audits.
• Part and process development utilising tools such as DFMEA, PFMEA, Measurement System Analysis, Value Stream Analysis, Control Plan & work instructions.
• New part introduction through APQP methods or equivalent.
• Managing suppliers to deliver PAPP in a timely manner.
• Supplier performance monitoring to drive continuous improvement.
• Drawing and CAD analysis and investigation.
• Measurement and data analysis (part and process).
• Utilising structured Problem-Solving and error proofing techniques to contain and resolve issues while leading suppliers to implement robust permanent corrective actions and resolution to prevent reoccurrence.
• Lead concern resolution across multiple suppliers to ensure robust timely closure.
• Strong understanding of customer and supplier relationships both internally and externally.
• Ability to adapt communication and influencing skills across a multi-cultural supplier base.
• Awareness of cost-effective travel and expenses.
• Ability to operate independently, demonstrating good judgement and drive to resolve issues.
• Proactive status updates when escalation is required and ability to report appropriately.

Requirements

• Degree in an engineering subject or equivalent qualification, or extensive relevant experience.
• Proven experience of managing suppliers to deliver the quality requirements through the life cycle of a part.
• Knowledge of Quality tools and techniques.
• Experienced problem solver.
• The ability to self-manage and work under pressure to deliver and thrive in an ever-changing and dynamic environment.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional team meetings to define clear improvement action plans and close-out in a timely manner.
• High degree of numeracy and knowledge of statistical techniques.

Disclaimer:

This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission.