Global Supplier Quality Engineer — Strategy & Impact

Schaeffler; Wooster (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

401(k) matching

Schaeffler Academy development

Wellness programs

Job summary

Schaeffler in Wooster, OH, is seeking a Supplier Quality Development Engineer to drive the strategic development of our supplier portfolio and ensure high technical standards. You will track KPIs, collaborate with cross-functional teams, conduct supplier assessments, and support sourcing, onboarding, and risk management.

Travel to Schaeffler or supplier sites is required. This role requires an engineering degree and 3–5 years of experience; steel exposure is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering field and 3–5 years of experience.
• Proven experience as a Supplier Quality Development Engineer or similar role.
• Steel experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of QA processes including APQP and PPAP.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and suppliers.
• Experience in supplier evaluation and corrective action management.
• US work authorization without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Drive the strategic development of the supplier portfolio to secure consistent quality and a high technological standard.
• Track and report key KPIs/PIs on a regular basis and initiate escalation processes when needed.
• Contribute to the global supplier strategy by incorporating regional specifics and working closely with the PUR counterpart.
• Support supplier portfolio management, including recommendations for sourcing councils based on quality, technology performance, and supplier potential.
• Assist purchasing in supplier scouting to help meet future business needs.
• Plan and conduct supplier initial assessments, including the follow-up of required development actions for approval and onboarding.
• Monitor supplier risks, carry out onsite assessments, and ensure follow-up actions are implemented and tracked effectively.
• Initiate and follow up on actions based on quality indicators, and decide on supplier development programs such as SIP where appropriate.
• Support supplier evaluation by communicating results, clarifying methodology, and defining suitable actions if needed.
• Take part in task force actions for escalated supplier issues and support negotiations of quality-related supplier contracts and documents.
• Actively identify opportunities to further develop supplier technology and raise performance to the next level.
• Travel will be required for this position to Schaeffler or supplier sites.

Skills

Supplier quality development

Steel experience

Quality assurance (APQP/PPAP)

Problem solving

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Supplier evaluation & correctiveaction

US work authorization

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering field

Job description

Schaeffler in Wooster, OH, is seeking a Supplier Quality Development Engineer to drive the strategic development of our supplier portfolio and ensure high technical standards. You will track KPIs, collaborate with cross-functional teams, conduct supplier assessments, and support sourcing, onboarding, and risk management.

Travel to Schaeffler or supplier sites is required. This role requires an engineering degree and 3–5 years of experience; steel exposure is a plus.