Supplier Quality Manager
NeuchAtel, Switzerland
- Onsite working required
About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced Supplier Quality Manager to drive the quality management of our suppliers globally. This role is crucial in ensuring that our supply chain delivers consistent, high-quality products that meet international standards, customer requirements, and regulatory compliance. You will also act as a lead internal auditor, guaranteeing organizational processes meet quality standards.
Key Responsibilities:
-Develop and implement a global supplier quality management strategy in collaboration with Quality, Operations, Supply Chain, and Business Units.
-Establish, review, and monitor supplier quality agreements.
-Ensure effective deployment of quality requirements across the supply chain.
-Oversee SCAR (Supplier Corrective Action Request) process: root cause analysis, CAPA effectiveness, and timely resolution.
-Collaborate with operations, BU, and Supply Chain to select, assess, and qualify new suppliers and products.
-Review and approve suppliers’ process changes and PPAP submissions where applicable.
-Support supplier risk assessments and monitor production impact to safeguard quality standards.
-Set and deploy annual targets for suppliers, subcontractors, and foundries.
-Monitor and report suppliers’ quality performance, leading continuous improvement initiatives.
-Coordinate and conduct supplier audits (VDA 6.3 methodology for automotive suppliers).
-Lead internal audits: risk assessment, audit execution, corrective action validation, and system gap reporting.
Required Qualifications & Experience:
-Engineering degree (Master’s preferred) in Electronics or Microelectronics.
-10+ years in microelectronics, including 5+ years in supplier quality management.
-Strong knowledge of Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001, IATF 16949) and automotive core tools (FMEA, MSA, SPC, PPAP, APQP).
-Familiarity with industry standards: AEC Q100, JEDEC, ZVEI, VDA.
-Audit experience (VDA 6.3) and strong understanding of ISO 19011.
-Statistical analysis and problem-solving skills.
-Understanding of semiconductor product development and manufacturing processes.
-Project management experience.
-Excellent communication, leadership, and negotiation skills in a multicultural, matrix environment.
-Languages: Fluent in English and French; German is a plus.
-Proficient with Microsoft Office; knowledge of statistical tools is a plus.
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