Global SQE Manager

Jobgether SRL; Italia; Remote; EUR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote working flexibility within/or

Performance-based bonus plans

Health and wellness incentives

Employee stock purchase program

Community outreach programs

Employee Resource Groups

Remote working flexibility within (EU)

Opportunities to lead global inititiav

Job summary

Jobgether SRL, on behalf of a partner, is seeking a Global Supplier Quality Engineering (SQE) Manager based in Italy. The role leads the global supplier quality organization to ensure materials and services meet quality, regulatory, and customer requirements.

You will define and implement a supplier quality strategy across international operations, collaborate with Procurement, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Customer Quality teams, and drive performance improvement while promoting a zero-defect

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 12+ years in supplier quality engineering or master's with 10+ years.
• Extensive supplier quality management experience in regulated manufacturing environments.
• Global leadership experience across multiple sites/regions in a global org.
• Expertise in APQP, PPAP, Safe Launch, supplier validation.
• Strong data analytics and ERP/BI proficiency.
• Excellent English communication; travel up to 20%.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement global supplier quality strategy.
• Lead global SQE organization and develop talent.
• Manage supplier qualification, audits, and CAPAs.
• Drive supplier scorecards, KPIs, and reporting.
• Lead APQP/PPAP and Safe Launch activities.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to resolve issues.
• Promote zero-defect and COPQ reduction initiatives.
• Travel up to 20% within Europe and internationally.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional teams

Data analysis

Problem solving

Strategic thinking

English communication

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in field

Master's degree in field

Tools

ERP systems

BI tools

Data mining

Data analysis software

Job description

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Global SQE Manager based in Italy.

As Global Supplier Quality Engineering (SQE) Manager, you will lead the global supplier quality organization and ensure that materials, components, and services consistently meet stringent quality, reliability, regulatory, and customer requirements. You will define and implement a supplier quality strategy that supports business growth, operational excellence, cost competitiveness, and risk reduction across international operations. Working closely with Procurement, Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, and Customer Quality teams, you will drive supplier performance, strengthen quality systems, and minimize production disruptions. You will oversee supplier qualification, audits, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives while promoting a zero-defect mindset. This strategic leadership role offers the opportunity to influence global manufacturing standards, develop high-performing teams, and deliver measurable improvements in quality and operational efficiency. The position is remote within Europe, with occasional domestic and international travel.

Accountabilities

• Define, implement, and continuously improve the global supplier quality strategy in alignment with business objectives, operational priorities, and customer expectations.

• Lead the global Supplier Quality Engineering organization, developing talent, strengthening technical capabilities, and fostering a high-performance culture focused on accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

• Manage supplier quality budgets, resources, and priorities to ensure effective allocation and alignment with organizational needs.

• Establish and maintain supplier qualification, approval, and validation processes to ensure suppliers meet quality, reliability, regulatory, and operational standards.

• Lead supplier audits, surveillance activities, capability assessments, and performance reviews to identify risks, address gaps, and drive sustainable improvements.

• Develop and maintain supplier scorecards, performance indicators, and reporting mechanisms to monitor quality, delivery, sustainability, compliance, and operational risks.

• Drive supplier corrective and preventive actions, supplier development programs, and structured problem-solving initiatives to eliminate recurring defects and prevent quality failures.

• Ensure effective implementation of Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), Safe Launch, and supplier validation activities, where applicable.

• Lead the escalation and resolution of critical supplier quality issues, coordinating cross-functional teams to minimize production disruptions and protect customer satisfaction.

• Promote preventive quality systems, zero-defect initiatives, and continuous improvement methodologies to reduce defects, field failures, and overall Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ).

• Partner closely with Procurement, Operations, Engineering, Manufacturing Quality, and Customer Quality teams to align priorities, resolve complex challenges, and strengthen supplier relationships.

• Leverage quality data, business intelligence tools, and performance analytics to identify trends, assess supplier risks, and guide strategic decision-making.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in an appropriate field with at least 12 years of relevant Supplier Quality Engineering experience, or a master's degree with at least 10 years of relevant experience.

• Extensive experience in supplier quality management within electronic, automotive, industrial, aerospace, medical, or other highly regulated manufacturing environments.

• Proven leadership experience managing supplier quality activities across multiple sites, regions, or business units, ideally within a global organization.

• Strong expertise in supplier qualification, supplier audits, quality systems, corrective and preventive actions, supplier development, and performance management.

• Practical knowledge of APQP, PPAP, Safe Launch, supplier validation, risk assessment, and structured problem-solving methodologies.

• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams, resolve complex quality issues, manage escalations, and deliver measurable improvements in supplier performance.

• Strong understanding of quality-related business metrics, including defect reduction, cost of poor quality, warranty exposure, and operational risk management.

• Proficiency in ERP systems, business intelligence applications, data mining, and data analysis to support evidence-based decision-making.

• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with international stakeholders and influence decision-making across organizational boundaries.

• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and change management skills, combined with a proactive approach to problem-solving, consensus building, and continuous improvement.

• Ability to thrive in a matrixed, highly collaborative environment while balancing competing priorities across multiple markets, organizations, and manufacturing sites.

• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally up to 20% of the time.

• Availability to work remotely from within Europe, with Romania as the designated location for this opportunity.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary package aligned with experience and qualifications.

• Performance-based bonus plans linked to individual and organizational results.

• Health and wellness incentives to support employee well-being.

• Employee stock purchase program, providing an opportunity to participate in the company's long-term growth.

• Community outreach programs and charity events that encourage social engagement and community involvement.

• Employee Resource Groups that support inclusion, connection, and professional development.

• Remote working flexibility within Europe.

• Opportunities to lead global initiatives, collaborate with international teams, and contribute to strategic supplier quality improvements.

• A collaborative, international working environment focused on innovation, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.