Conduct quality planning and problem resolution with local supply base; Conduct source evaluations, manage and control supplier development; Guide suppliers in quality activities and perform process audits.

Coordinate and perform first sampling with suppliers, if necessary with 3rd party testing laboratories for new and/or changed parts according defined requirements.

Coordinate with Engineering, Purchasing, Logistics, Manufacturing and other relevant functions within Mercedes Car Group.

Conduct special tasks and maintain IT-Systems.

Task Description

General correlation and collaboration with peers and Commodity Groups; Prepare relevant data and support Supplier Part Release Process
reporting (SPRP); contribute to Continuous Improvement Programs (CIP). 

Supplier Evaluation and Release / ABC Risk Classification of Parts; Prepare for and participate in source evaluations. Plausibility
check and development measures verify together with audit leader and, if necessary with 3rd parties.

Supplier development / Tier-n supplier management with suppliers on advanced quality planning for selected projects; Support problem resolution activities onsite at supplier plants when quality issues arise.

Preventive countermeasure setup and project maturity management with the state-of-the -art quality tools, organize and conduct “Round Tables” with cross-functional teams for early identification of maturity problems through mandatory and active involvement of suppliers. Assessment of quality-related parameters along the product creation process and result communication with management. Control implementation of defined corrective measures and monitor their effectiveness together with suppliers.

Release supplier production process and parts, coordinate and execute process audits as a responsible lead auditor, complete audit report based on audit findings, control improvement measures and monitor the effectiveness of corrective actions.

Set up sampling schedule and get suppliers' commitment for defined milestones. Ensure supplier smooth and stable ramp-up. Perform, and if necessary coordinate external sampling for dimensions and material properties according MBST. 

Work with cross-cultural teams according to follow published work procedures and mechanisms.

Provide lessons learned from current running series to improve future projects; During development phase coordinate product quality requirement and act as MQI (Module Quality Engineer) where appropriate.

Education

Bachelors degree in science and/or engineering required; Masters Degree preferred; Quality (auditor) accreditation/certification preferred.

Experience

Automotive industry (or comparable) experience, quality and manufacturing experience preferred.

Experience in PPAP requirements (i.e. APQP, MSA, SPC, APQP, FMEA, Control Plan etc.) or without experience but fast learner

Proven capabilities in problem solving.

HVAC system experience preferred, including HVAC assembly, air conditioning tube, compressor etc. Interior / exterior / material supplier or relevant commodity management experience required (OEM or Supplier).

Familiar with ISO/TS16949, VDA 6.3.

Written and spoken command of English; German preferable; Interpersonal and problem solving skills, team orientation are necessary along with computer competency.

Good presentation skill preferred, inter-cultural competence and communication skills with various hierarchy levels.

Strong planning and organizational skills. High commitment for automobiles and willingness to travel inside China and abroad where necessary.