Responsibilities and DutiesActively participate in narrowing down potential new suppliers during the direct material sourcing process.Conduct on-site audits of supplier Quality Management Systems to verify compliance with ISO-**** standards and corporate requirements.Prepare comprehensive audit reports, coordinate corrective actions, and validate implementation to ensure issues are resolved.Lead supplier APQP processes for critical new part numbers and projects, ensuring adherence to corporate timelines and quality standards.Support engineering and commodity managers in defining critical parts requiring PPAP (all PPAP levels).
Coordinate corrective actions for design and manufacturing issues during prototype, sample, and pilot builds.Manage PPAP activities through mass production approval for critical parts.Implement and monitor Safe Launch Plans with suppliers, ensuring KPI targets are met and aligned with corporate objectives.Drive continuous improvement activities to meet Sup...