Global Supplier Improvement Specialist

2 semanas atrás


Évora, Évora, Portugal TE Connectivity Tempo inteiro

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled Global Supplier Improvement Specialist to join our team at TE Connectivity. As a key member of our organization, you will be responsible for defining and executing supplier integration programs, performing potential analysis, and conducting supplier integration assessments.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Define and execute supplier integration programs at selected suppliers.
  • Perform potential analysis at new suppliers (VDA6.3 Potential Analysis).
  • Conduct supplier integration assessments to selected suppliers.
  • Perform regular visits to suppliers under the integration program until QCDTS target completion.
  • Verify CQI certifications and perform CQI audits when applicable.
  • Support suppliers in system development according to IATF when applicable (i.e., ISO 9000 to IATF).
  • Monitor supplier performance during the supplier development (integration) program and escalate to procurement if required.
  • Train experts within the SQ function for IATF/core tools/5S/Poka-Yoke/problem-solving & PDCA/QRM/lean tools.
  • Own the supplier academy and onboarding process for quality.
  • Develop tooling and technical skill capability according to the required commodity/manufacturing process.
  • Lead value stream mapping (flow analysis) workshops at suppliers to identify potential cost improvements.
  • Lead supplier improvement workshops (i.e., reduction of CoPQ/scrap reduction/lean manufacturing) in collaboration with procurement SDE/CoE.

Requirements:

  • At least 5 years of experience in automotive quality management (procurement is a plus).
  • Fluent English is a must, German is an advantage.
  • Minimum 5 years of lean manufacturing working experience.
  • Expert knowledge on VDA 6.3, IATF16949, ISO 14000, ISO 9001, lean manufacturing tools, automotive core tools, Poka-Yoke, and other automotive standards.
  • Certified VDA 6.3 (version 2023)/IATF 16949 2nd-party auditor.
  • Problem-solving tools (8D/PDCA/A3/DMAIC/SPS, etc).
  • Tooling/technical skill capability according to the required commodity/manufacturing process.
  • 6 Sigma Green Belt experience at minimum.
  • Technical knowledge on specific product and process as required (e.g., molding, stamping, plating, die casting, mechanical assembly, PAB/PCBA...).
  • Expert level with tools related to supplier APQP process, including but not limited to PPAP, FMEA, CP, MSA, SPC, R@R, Poka-Yoke, 5S, and 8D methodology.
  • Ability to work across cultures and geographies effectively.
  • Thorough knowledge of problem-solving tools (5-Why, Ishikawa/Fishbone diagrams, Fault Tree Analysis, A3, SPS, etc).
  • Auditor skills (ISO 19011/Automotive Process Approach/Risk Thinking).
  • SAP basic knowledge (minimum quality module).
  • Basic knowledge of GD&T.
  • Strong presentation and communication and negotiation skills.
  • Strong coaching & training skills.
  • Business acumen regarding part cost structure/breakdown.
  • Job requires regular travels (including abroad).
  • Independent and able to collaborate with other functions/countries/regions.
  • Continuous improvement mindset.

Competencies:

Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork



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