Supplier Development Engineer (M/F/D)
Core
Coordinate supplier APQP activities, drive continuous improvement, and manage PPAP submissions for new product launch components in the automotive industry.
Role type
Supplier Development Engineer
Builds
New product launch components for combustion, hybrid, and electric vehicles
Domain
Automotive / Manufacturing
Required skills
APQP, PPAP, Value Analysis/Value Engineering, Kaizen, Lean Deployment, Six Sigma, 8-D Methodology, SPC, Supplier Quality Audits, Cross-functional coordination
Preferred skills
Electronics/Electrical engineering background, Automotive Tier 1 experience
Technologies
Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Lotus Notes, PowerPoint
Responsibilities
Identify and visit high-impact suppliers to ensure APQP progress; Initiate and track supplier continuous improvement activities; Review and dispose of supplier PPAP submissions; Conduct supplier quality training and audits; Coordinate significant characteristics (S.C.) identification and data entry.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC