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Supply Chain Quality Engineer

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Leicester

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GBP 35,000 - 55,000

Full time

30+ days ago

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An established industry player is seeking a Supply Chain Quality Engineer to enhance supplier performance in quality, delivery, and cost. In this pivotal role, you will collaborate with buyers and the European Supplier Quality & Development team, focusing on process improvements, supplier evaluations, and performance management. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment while enjoying a supportive culture that fosters career growth and development. If you're passionate about quality and supply chain excellence, this role offers the chance to thrive in a dynamic setting.

Bonus

Free Parking

Management support

Annual salary review

Staff socials

Excellent career opportunity

3+ years of experience in Supply Chain, Quality, or a related field.
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology required.

Implementing and maintaining standard work procedures at supplier locations.
Leading Supplier Performance Improvement Plans and monitoring supplier quality.
Identifying opportunities for process improvement and standardisation.

Supply Chain Management

Quality Assurance

Lean Principles

Process Improvement

Communication Skills

Organisational Skills

Time Management

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Microsoft Office

Web-based Applications

Job Description

Supply Chain Quality Engineer
Location: Leicester, UK
Working 39 hours per week Monday - Friday

Job Summary

We are looking for a Supply Chain Quality Engineer with extensive experience to join our team in Leicester. In this role, you will support our supply chain operations and supplier network by enhancing overall supplier performance in terms of quality, delivery, and cost. You will work closely with buyers and the European Supplier Quality & Development (SQ&D) team, reporting directly to the SQ&D EMEAI Manager.

Key Responsibilities

This role includes, but is not limited to:

Implementing and maintaining standard work procedures and business processes at supplier locations.
Identifying opportunities for process improvement and standardisation.
Evaluating supplier capabilities, capacity, and quality systems.
Addressing short-term performance issues using 8D/SCAR and rapid continuous improvement methodologies.
Applying Lean principles to improve business processes.
Leading Supplier Performance Improvement Plans (S-PIP).
Participating in weekly, monthly, and yearly SQ&D EMEAI meetings and projects.
Leading and participating in launch readiness programs.
Monitoring supplier quality and delivery performance.
Managing supplier selection, audits, and approvals.
Leading and participating in New Product Development (NPD) and supplier PPAP validation.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology.
3+ years of experience in Supply Chain, Quality, or a related field.
Ability to travel up to 50% (primarily within the UK, with some travel across Europe).

Preferred Qualifications

Industry-related certifications.
Supply chain experience in the manufacturing industry.
Strong communication and organisational skills.
Excellent time-management and prioritisation skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint) and other web-based applications.

Benefits