Responsible for supplier management to ensure the quality of products delivered to the manufacturing plants of the Stellantis group and for the development of the supply chain quality system. PPAP approvals of new projects and engineering changes. Coordination of quality problem containment activities and root cause investigation through the use of advanced problem solving techniques. Implementation of corrective, preventive actions, continuous improvement and action plans in supplier plants. Supplier audits to ensure compliance with the quality standards and requirements of Stellantis and the Automotive industry. Responsible for suppliers' quality and assurance metrics, as well as action plans aimed at improving said metrics. Responses to internal clients' problems or monitoring of supplier improvement plans. Support to the Purchasing department in the investigation and selection of new suppliers.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Preferably Mechanical, Electrical, or similar major)
A minimum of 5 years of automotive experience
Knowledge of industrial processes, preferably automotive
Knowledge of quality Core Tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA2, SPC, MSA, CP)
Knowledge of problem-solving tools (8D, Red X, Six-Sigma)
Demonstrated leadership in problem solving
Excellent verbal and communication skills for presentations at any level of the organization
Ability to adapt and be a continuous learner