Strategic Supplier Quality and Industrialization Lead

Rivian Automotive; Plymouth Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 114,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan

Employee stock purchase program

Paid vacation

Job summary

Rivian is seeking a Lead Supplier Development, Industrialization & Quality Engineer in Plymouth, MI to own the complete supplier quality lifecycle from sourcing through program ramp. The role requires leading major APQP/PPAP initiatives, driving risk mitigation, and influencing cross-functional teams at the executive level.

Based onsite in Plymouth with 50–75% travel, you will mentor teams, optimize supplier quality KPIs, and ensure timely, high-quality program milestones are met across active

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field; minimum 6 years in supplier development.
• Full understanding of procurement end-to-end lifecycle; experience with high-risk supplier portfolios.
• Experience in cold/hot stamping, sheet-metal forming, fixture-based assembly, MIG/robot welding, e-coat interfaces, and final assembly processes.

Responsibilities

• Own cradle-to-grave supplier quality lifecycle to ensure seamless production ramps.
• Lead complex problem-solving and risk mitigation across the supply base.
• Drive APQP/PPAP projects impacting major program milestones and align KPIs with long-term goals.
• Advise program leadership with strategic recommendations in high-stakes forums.
• Operate as a leader with minimal supervision and manage cross-functional teams.

Skills

Supplier management

Risk mitigation

Problem solving

Cross-functional influence

Executive-level communication

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering

Tools

APQP/PPAP

Welding processes

Job description

Rivian is seeking a Lead Supplier Development, Industrialization & Quality Engineer in Plymouth, MI to own the complete supplier quality lifecycle from sourcing through program ramp. The role requires leading major APQP/PPAP initiatives, driving risk mitigation, and influencing cross-functional teams at the executive level.

Based onsite in Plymouth with 50–75% travel, you will mentor teams, optimize supplier quality KPIs, and ensure timely, high-quality program milestones are met across active