Our client, the Voith Group, is a global technology company. With its broad portfolio of systems, products, services and digital applications, Voith sets standards in the markets of energy, paper, raw materials and transport & automotive. Founded in 1867, the company today has around 22,000 employees, sales of € 5.2 billion and locations in over 60 countries worldwide, making it one of the larger family-owned companies in Europe.
We are currently seeking a proactive and motivated professional to join their team in the position of:
Supply Chain Quality Manager (m/f/d)
Location: Split (Solin) or Zagreb
Main responsibilities:
- Supplier Quality Management
- Ensure and continuously improve the quality performance of supplied components and services within assigned product and process commodity areas.
- Implement Supply Chain Quality (SCQ) requirements related to supplier selection, qualification, approval, and performance management.
- Act as the primary Supply Chain Quality representative within cross-functional teams and serve as the key quality interface towards suppliers.
- Drive supplier performance improvement initiatives and actively support supplier development programs.
- Apply preventive quality management methods and risk-based approaches to minimize product and process risks throughout the supply chain.
- Support Engineering Quality teams by providing technical input for development and improvement.
- Coordinate supplier product and service qualification activities, ensuring compliance with applicable specifications and customer requirements.
Supplier Performance & Complaint Management
- Manage supplier non-conformances including verification of root cause analyses using methodologies such as 5 Why, Fishbone Diagram, and Fault Tree Analysis (FTA).
- Drive sustainable preventive actions through structured problem-solving methods, including 8D.
- Act as the primary communication channel with suppliers during quality issue resolution.
- Support Purchasing in cost reclamation activities associated with non-conforming purchased parts.
Audits, Inspections & Release of Quality Documentation
- Plan, conduct, and follow up supplier audits in accordance with the Supplier Audit Program and relevant quality standards.
- Coordinate, perform and oversee supplier inspections and Factory Acceptance Tests.
- Monitor the implementation and effectiveness of corrective actions resulting from audits, inspections, and supplier assessments.
- Ensure supplier quality documentation is complete & in accordance with ITP and EN 10204.
Continuous Improvement & Strategic Supplier Development
- Support strategic supplier collaboration and facilitate the implementation of company quality tools and standards at key suppliers.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of Supply Chain Quality Management processes through digitalization, and Lean initiatives.
- Support broader quality department objectives while contributing to cost optimization, operational excellence, and customer satisfaction.
Required skills, knowledge and experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, preferably in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related technical discipline.
- Minimum 2 years of experience in Supplier Quality within the Heavy Machinery, Industrial Equipment, or Technology sector.
- Internal and Supplier Auditor qualification in accordance with ISO 19011; Lead Auditor certification (e.g., ISO 9001) is considered an advantage.
- Technical understanding and practical experience with turbine and generator components, as well as electromechanical equipment such as transformers, switchgear, compressors, valves, servomotors, and Standard assemblies like Pumps, Piping will be a good fit.
- Technical expertise in inspection methodologies, including electrical, dimensional, and non-destructive testing (NDT), as well as manufacturing processes such as casting, forging, machining, welding, and coating.
- Practical experience working with IT tools, including Microsoft Office, SharePoint, and database-based tracking systems.
- Knowledge of SAP is advantageous but not mandatory.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and customer-focused mindset with a pragmatic and results-oriented approach.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills.
- Fluent in English; additional language skills are considered an asset.
- Willingness to travel up to 30% to supplier locations across Europe and other regions as required.
Your application will be treated as confidential.
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