EV Pre-Delivery-Inspection Supervisor

Xiaomi Technology; München; Vor Ort; EUR 52.000 - 76.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Xiaomi Technology is seeking a PDI Supervisor to oversee pre-delivery inspection activities for new inbound, stored and outbound vehicles across Europe. You will ensure quality standards, coordinate internal teams and external providers, and drive continuous improvements in the PDI process.

The role requires strong automotive experience, proficiency in inspection standards, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while traveling frequently to compounds and hubs in Europe.

Qualifikationen

• Experience in automotive service, vehicle inspection, quality control, PDI, vehicle logistics or aftersales operations.
• Strong knowledge of inspection standards, delivery requirements and quality assurance practices.
• Experience working with logistics partners, compounds or inspection companies is an advantage.
• Ability to identify quality issues, support root-cause analysis and implement corrective actions.

Aufgaben

• Plan, instruct, control and report pre-delivery inspection activities for new inbound vehicles, stored vehicles and outbound vehicles.
• Monitor vehicle inspection processes, including damage checks, component and accessory checks, damage claims and software updates.
• Coordinate PDI work performed by internal teams or third-party logistics providers.
• Assign and coordinate third-party inspectors when required; develop and improve PDI and quality-control processes in Europe.
• Prepare detailed reports on PDI results, vehicle quality status and recurring issues.
• Identify trends and potential quality concerns; perform root-cause analysis with Quality, Production and Engineering.
• Maintain records of new vehicle arrivals, PDI completion status and delivery readiness.
• Follow up on vehicles on hold and ensure corrective actions are completed in time.
• Coordinate with Delivery, Sales and Service teams to incorporate requirements into the PDI process.
• Build relationships with logistics providers to ensure clear understanding and execution of requirements.
• Ensure vehicles comply with internal and external standards before moving through PDI and delivery.
• Escalate quality or compliance concerns immediately.
• Coach and mentor PDI coordinators according to company standards and delivery requirements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to improve delivery quality, speed and transparency.
• Work from headquarters and various European compounds; travel around 50% or more.

Kenntnisse

Automotive inspection

Quality control

PDI processes

Logistics coordination

Root-cause analysis

Process improvement

Communication skills

German language

English language

Driving licence

Tools

PDI software

Jobbeschreibung

• The PDI Supervisor is part of the Vehicle Logistics Department and is responsible for supervising, implementing and continuously improving the pre-delivery inspection process for vehicles across Europe and other relevant markets.


• As the company continues to expand its activities, this role plays an important part in ensuring that all inbound, stored and outbound vehicles meet the required quality standards before delivery.


• The position covers inspection planning, quality control, issue reporting, supplier coordination and process improvement throughout the vehicle logistics flow.


• This position acts as the operational and quality interface between Vehicle Logistics, PDI coordinators, logistics service providers, compounds, Quality, Service, Sales and Delivery teams. The goal is to ensure a smooth, scalable and high-quality vehicle flow from headquarters or factories to dealers and end customers across Europe.

Your Job

• Plan, instruct, control and report pre-delivery inspection activities for new inbound vehicles, stored vehicles and outbound vehicles.


• Monitor vehicle inspection processes, including exterior and interior damage checks, component and accessory checks, damage claims, software updates, language settings and related PDI tasks.


• Coordinate PDI work performed either by internal teams or by third-party logistics service providers.


• Assign and coordinate third-party inspectors where required. - Develop and continuously improve PDI and quality-control processes across designated ports and compounds in Europe.


• Prepare detailed reports on PDI results, vehicle quality status, damage findings and recurring issues.


• Identify trends and potential quality concerns discovered during the PDI process. - Perform root-cause analysis and work closely with Quality, Production and Engineering teams to resolve issues identified during inspection.


• Maintain accurate records of new vehicle arrivals, PDI completion status and vehicles ready for delivery.


• Follow up on vehicles placed on hold and ensure corrective actions are completed in time to support delivery readiness.


• Coordinate with Delivery, Sales and Service teams to ensure operational requirements are incorporated into the PDI process.


• Build strong working relationships with logistics service providers and ensure requirements are clearly understood, prioritized and executed.


• Ensure vehicles comply with internal and external standards before moving through the PDI and delivery process.


• Escalate any vehicle quality or compliance concerns immediately.


• Coach and mentor PDI coordinators according to company quality standards, PDI procedures and vehicle delivery requirements.


• Support continuous improvement initiatives to improve delivery quality, speed, transparency and operational efficiency.


• Work both from the headquarters office and at various compounds across Europe, with expected travel of around 50% or above.

Your Profile

• Experience in automotive service, vehicle inspection, quality control, PDI, vehicle logistics or aftersales operations


• Good understanding of vehicle inspection, PDI processes, damage assessment, delivery standards and quality assurance.


• Experience working with logistics service providers, compounds, inspection companies or aftersales partners is an advantage.


• Ability to identify quality issues, support root-cause analysis and follow up corrective actions.


• Able to develop, document and improve operational processes, inspection standards and working procedures.


• Practical knowledge of vehicle handling, light machinery and appropriate power tools. Interest in IT-related transport management or vehicle logistics systems.


• Strong communication skills with internal teams and external service providers.


• Structured, detail-oriented and proactive, with strong follow-through.


• Able to manage multiple priorities independently in a fast-moving environment.


• Practical problem-solving mindset and comfortable working in developing processes.


• Team player with the ability to support and guide PDI coordinators.


• Fluent German and good English skills; another European language is an advantage


• Valid category B driving licence is required.