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Your Tasks
- Within the assigned commodity driving the supplier development tasks (L4) for Passive Safety systems, across all BUs (IRS, SBS, SWS) in any region.
- Responsible for new supplier approvals, supplier assessment & performance, technical reviews (as part of sourcing process) and APQP tracking till PPAP release (Supp. Readiness).
- Executing strategic, tactical and operational SDE tasks in collaboration with Div R MM, product lines and cross-functions as SQA to guarantee external supplier Quality.
- Collaboration with cross-functions CP, PP, SQA, Quality, PM, Engineering, Controlling, PLs, etc.
- Tasks: verify the suitability of new suppliers; and lead the approval process of new components, this includes leading PSTR as mandatory part of sourcing, definition & tracking of APQP elements, decision about PPAP release.
- Drive supplier developments, troubleshooting and Escalations.
- Achieve KPI’s for OTP, SLP C. Ratio, PPM, C. Ratio & other KPI’s assigned by management.




- Actively supporting supplier serial production performance in Quality, logistic and efficiency.
- Take part & support Part Family Strategies, Core Eng. New developments, Purchasing saving activities

Your Profile
- 1-3 years of quality or related experience required.
- Experience in Quality and Eng. with excellent technical background.
- Expert in Automotive Quality tools, Six Sigma methodology, GD&T;, VDA & AIAG standards specially for APQP tracking & PPAP approvals.
- Certified auditor (IATF / VDA).
- Innovative Impact: Shape the future of safety with life-saving technology that truly matters.
- Dynamic Workplace: Thrive in an agile, collaborative environment where every idea counts.
- Culture of Excellence: Be part of a team with over 60 years of high standards and groundbreaking achievements.
- Growth & Empowerment: Advance your career with strong support for personal and professional development.

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📌 Supplier Development Engineer (Chihuahua)
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📍 Chihuahua