Head Supplier Quality Assurance - Auto OEM/Tier1 (Sheet Metal)
Michael Page
Location
Gurgaon | India
Job description
Leadership opportunity with one of country's largest auto component developers
Opportunity to lead the entire Supplier Quality function for the organisation
Job Description
Manage the supplier relationship lifecycle, including the supporting selection, evaluation, assessment, and suppliers upgradation.
Formulate and execute comprehensive strategies to consistently improve supplier performance and overall quality.
Manage the Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) initiatives at supplier end.
Ensure the approval of Production Part Approval Process (PPAPs) for New Product Development (NPD) in strict adherence to IATF and VDA standards
Timely development of accurate countermeasures to address customer issues associated with supplier quality, focusing on continuous improvement within the respective section.
Monitor and manage costs arising from supplier-related rejections and rework, collaborating with production teams to enforce effective control measures within the Supplier Quality Assurance domain.
Utilize various quality improvement tools, such as process studies, 7 QC tools, Kaizen, Poke-Yoke, etc., to drive continuous enhancement of internal and external supplier quality.
Spearhead the definition and implementation of robust strategies for Days of Inventory (DOL) and Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ) reduction
The Successful Applicant
Candidates with atleast 1215 years of experience in managing supplier quality for major automotive or Tier 1 players with exposure of sheet metal products will be relevant
A strong mechanical/automotive engineering background will be mandatory
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with excellent presentation skills
Candidate must be comfortable with travel to various suppliers/customer sites
Thorough understanding of the below will be desirable -
