Supplier Quality Engineer

Profile Personnel; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable automotive firm in Pretoria is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in supplier quality management, particularly within the automotive sector. Responsibilities include developing quality standards, conducting supplier audits, and collaborating with suppliers to resolve issues. The role demands excellent problem-solving skills and familiarity with quality methodologies such as ISO/TS 16949. This position offers the opportunity to significantly impact supplier performance and product quality.

Qualifications

• Over 5 years experience fulfilling a similar role within the automotive industry.
• Proven experience in supplier quality management within the automotive industry.
• Strong understanding of quality standards and methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain supplier quality standards and requirements.
• Conduct supplier audits and assessments to evaluate performance and compliance.
• Collaborate with suppliers to resolve quality issues and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Supplier quality management

Quality standards (ISO/TS 16949)

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Statistical analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering / Quality or related field

Tools

FMEA

PPAP

Job description

Supplier Quality Engineer

Required for a reputable automotive company based in Rosslyn.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain supplier quality standards and requirements.
• Conduct supplier audits and assessments to evaluate performance and compliance.
• Collaborate with suppliers to resolve quality issues and implement corrective actions.
• Monitor and report on supplier performance metrics, including defect rates and delivery performance.
• Lead initiatives to improve supplier quality and reduce production defects.
• Work with cross-functional teams to support new product launches and ensure supplier readiness.
• Maintain accurate documentation and reports related to supplier quality.

Qualifications

• Over 5 years experience fulfilling a similar role within the automotive industry
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering / Quality or related field.
• Proven experience in supplier quality management within the automotive industry.
• Strong understanding of quality standards and methodologies (e.g., ISO/TS 16949).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to drive continuous improvement.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with suppliers and internal teams.
• Proficiency in quality tools and software (e.g., statistical analysis, FMEA, PPAP).