CoP (Conformity of Production) Lead

Responsibilities:

• Help design robust processes for the randomising of picks of cars / partial builds and automate the logistics’ processes
• Monitor all evolutions of regulations listed in the type approvals from all car lines and reflect these into the actualised test plan
• Define, setup and maintain procedures specifying all information needed for a successful implementation of tests (information to be submitted, execution and expected deliverables)
• Support the update of tests in line with the introduction of new model years or car line
• Risk assess any upcoming issue, define and initiate corresponding necessary countermeasures, escalate if necessary (in case of test results being negative or safety being at stakes)
• Actively participate to the alignment of the CoP Test plan with all concerned stakeholders (ENG, VC, Prod, LOG,…) cross-functionally. The definition of intended test plan as well as targeted vehicles / partial builds, in order to fulfil the requirements of all intended markets is a crucial step
• Support the fully comprehensive implementation and monitoring of testing activities to comply with regulatory requirements (CoP-P and CoP-Q)
• Setup the yearly test plan linked to the activities of CoP (including all its aspects, taking into account the risk assessment linked to all decisions)
• Manage activities around the implementation of all tests listed in the CoP test plan
• Supervise the timely delivery of all tests to be executed
• Collect all test reports and generate CoP reports
• Ensure a competent analysis of test reports’ content is being done

What we are looking for:

• An academic degree, if possible, with an initial Quality oriented background or additional training, hence familiar with CoP related topics (regulations, testing procedures, functional safety, cybersecurity, software management,…)
• 3-5 years’ experience gained at either a Tier 1 / 2 automotive supplier or automotive OEM in fields close to the domain of activity of CoP
• An excellent command of German and English are compulsory, French being a plus.
• The ability to think analytically, prioritise tasks and have effective time management.
• A strong communicator mindset, team spirit, moderator skills and be empathetic yet still convincing
• A Project Management and / or change management certification is advantageous
• Strong project leadership skills
• Strong attention to details and technicalities
• Excellent organizational, technical skills and result orientation
• An outgoing and confident disposition with excellent team working and networking skills with peers, managers, and external contacts
• Willingness to travel for business trips