Supplier Manager (m/f/d)

RAPA Automotive | Location: Selb, Germany | Full-time

New technologies, new products and new locations – all of this presents our purchasing department with a variety of challenges. If you enjoy a varied role in a dynamic environment where you can make a difference and help shape things, we would be delighted to welcome you.

Your tasks

  • Supplier selection and qualification
  • Responsibility for supplier development
  • Implementation of product and process audits, monitoring of two-day production
  • Acceptance of initial samples, monitoring of target dates in the product development process
  • Responsibility for the suppliers of commodity stamped and formed parts
  • Escalation and crisis management
  • Implementation of our quality and process requirements at the supplier
  • Reporting of key figures and monitoring of improvement programs

Your profile

  • Successfully completed studies (Diploma, Bachelor or Master) in the fields of industrial engineering, mechanical engineering, quality management, plastics technology or comparable technical training
  • Relevant, several years of professional experience in the automotive sector, especially in quality and supplier management
  • Mastery of the quality standards IATF16949, ISO 26262, VDA as well as knowledge of the quality techniques APQP, PPAP, SPC, FMEA etc.
  • Experience in project management
  • Knowledge of functional safety and Design for Six Sigma an advantage
  • Very good written and spoken English skills
  • Willingness to travel
  • Motivation and moderation skills

Your contact person

Natscha Gunba | HR Business Partner | T +49 9287 884-520 | karriere@rapa.com