Regional Head of Supplier Quality & Purchasing

HELLA; Tlaquepaque; Hybrid; MXN 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

FORVIA HELLA is seeking a Head of Purchasing (Quality) based in Tlaquepaque, Jalisco. The role leads the regional Supplier Quality organization, driving supplier qualification, development, and performance management to ensure successful product launches.

Responsibilities include APQP execution, supplier improvement, risk mitigation, and collaboration with Purchasing, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Operations to meet quality and business objectives. Leadership and travel readiness are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• Several years of leadership experience in Supplier Quality, Purchasing Quality, or Quality Management within the automotive industry.
• Strong knowledge of APQP, PPAP, IATF 16949, supplier audits, and supplier development.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex stakeholder environments.
• Strong leadership, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Fluent in English and willing to travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the regional Supplier Quality organization and drive supplier quality strategy across the region.
• Ensure supplier qualification, development, audits, and performance management.
• Drive APQP execution and supplier readiness to achieve successful product launches.
• Lead supplier improvement initiatives, risk mitigation, and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Purchasing, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Operations to achieve quality and business objectives.
• Develop and coach a high-performing team while driving a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership in Supplier Quality

APQP/PPAP knowledge

IATF 16949 experience

Cross-functional leadership

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

FORVIA HELLA is seeking a Head of Purchasing (Quality) based in Tlaquepaque, Jalisco. The role leads the regional Supplier Quality organization, driving supplier qualification, development, and performance management to ensure successful product launches.

Responsibilities include APQP execution, supplier improvement, risk mitigation, and collaboration with Purchasing, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Operations to meet quality and business objectives. Leadership and travel readiness are required.