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Supplier Quality Development Engineer
Purchasing
16/10/2020
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Supplier Quality Leader
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MISSION
The Supplier Quality Development Engineer (SQDE) is responsible to coordinate all Supplier quality development activities from the prototype phase to the full PPAP of the “free” purchased components (BOM) for its projects. “Directed” purchased component is out of this perimeter.
Activity will consist of supplier APQP and product launch, business systems development, quality tools knowledge and follow up with suppliers– SQDE can support the Quality, Costs, Deliveries targets of his projects
Activity will be performed in a team environment (Core Team + Extended Team) within self-determined time constraints
The Supplier Quality Development Engineer is responsible to monitor supplier during the development of the components from prototypes to SOP + 6 months (Component SOP)
Ensure component follow up since the Pre-sourcing phase to SOP + 6 months
Responsibilities & Activities
He/she have authority to stop machines in case of immediate risk.
Consciously accept safety training, actively participate in safety activities and comply with safety regulations;
Report unsafe status and behaviors in time, and actively participate in safety improvement.
Must comply with all safety rules and regulations.
Facilitate development of supplier to meet Plastic Omnium Auto Inergy requirements (cost, quality, delivery, lean manufacturing, during supplier on site review, TS16949 (IATF 16949) evaluation, etc.)
Development and implementation of Supplier Onsite Process Approval (SOPA/APQP)
Manage supplier development activities to support VA/VE improvements in quality, cost, and delivery at suppliers
Manage the handover transfer for BOM components from Development to Plant production
Sourcing phase
Contribute to the Supplier choice and ensure the availability of main Quality documents validated for sourcing (Deviation list, APQP planning from supplier, Team Feasibility Commitment)
Create PPAP request in Livesource linked to Sourcing committee decision
Introduce and follow up the quality commodity checklist with the supplier.
Ensures the follow-up of the quality validation of the components in the development phase on its projects
Participate of kick offs meeting manage by purchasing department with suppliers
Present and submit the APQP/SOPA process with suppliers
Periodically reports the progress of these PPAP validations including the risks linked to the non-compliance of Quality, Costs and Deliveries requirements
Support internal PO customers (Program Teams, Manufacturing, Logistics, Commodity Buyers, PSQE)
Raise development SNCR and follow actions plans associated.
Validate components of these projects
Communicate to suppliers the Plastic Omnium Clean Energy System requests linked to PPAP folder.
Ensure with QE, PAE, CDE that the suppliers know the documents listed inside norms and CTS and has understood the content of this norms, CTS
Participate to the component drawing review
Alert purchasing department (PB, CB) and SDL in the event of significant deviations related to the implementation of the quality tools planned in the supplier's APQP during his award.
Perform process audits by measuring application and documentary deviations from PPAP folder and ensure implementation action plans including effectiveness of actions.
Validate, distribute and archive PPAP files according to current rules
Receive, validate and archive PPAP samples.
Monitors the status of the PPAP’s of his project
Communication of a PPAP convergence plan in association with the PB to achieve Project PPAP milestone
Reporting and escalation of risks associated with non- compliance with project timing.
General and transversal other duties
Support (but not lead) the plants in case of warranty issues facing their knowledge of components
Reports to the Supplier Development Leader (SDL) the problems encountered with the suppliers
Participate in monthly scorecard meetings and follow up on actions assigned.
Reports to Key users and/or Business Process Owner (BPO) all difficulties or improvement proposals.
Must comply with all Plastic Omnium work rules, policies and procedures
Must comply with all safety rules and regulations
Integrated Management System (IMS)
Within the scope of responsibility, he/she respects the standards and rules in terms of Quality, Safety and Environment contributing to the IMS process management and improvement.
ORGANIZATION
POSITION KEY INTERFACES (internal and/or external)
Internal
Purchasing
Engineering
Quality
Customer Center
Warranty Group
External
Suppliers
Customers
POSITION BACK UP
Other SQDE
KEY MEASURES & FINANCIAL ACCOUNTABILITY
PPAP on time
Supplier Audit with Action Plan
VA/VE
No LTA & WLTA
Each person submits at least 4 TSV reports per year, reporting unsafe situation and behavior
PROFILE REQUIREMENTS
Personal Background
Bachelor's degree required (Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering, Technical or Business)
Minimum of 3 years of experience working at an automotive manufacturer or Tier I automotive within the role of quality or engineering
Job Technical skills
Hands on experience in APQP and PPAP recommended but willing to train
Ability to read blueprints and knowledge of GD&T
Gauging – Measurement Systems Analysis
Statistical methodologies
Strong problem solving, decision making and prioritization skills required
Solid verbal and written communication skills required
Leadership presence commanding respect and ability to motivate those not in their direct responsibility
Ability to communicate with confidence expectations within all levels of an organization from CEO to operator
Certified Quality Engineer (ASQ – CQE) and/or Certified Quality Auditor (ASQ – CQA) and plus
Demonstrated ability to successfully adapt quickly to multiple manufacturing environments
Strategic thinker and strong participant in the development and execution of the purchasing strategy
Job Soft skills
Strong problem solving
Decision making and prioritization skills
Solid verbal and written communication
Leadership
Presence commanding respect
Ability to motivate those not in their direct responsibility
Ability to communicate with confidence expectations within all levels of an organization from CEO to operator
Work in a team environment within self-determined time constraints
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Date: Jun 24, 2026
Location:
Wuhan, CN
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Job Requisition ID: 384041
