Professional Supplier Quality Assurance

Company Description

AUTODOC is the largest and fastest growing auto parts ecommerce platform in Europe.
Present across 27 countries with around 5,000 employees, AUTODOC generated revenue of over €1.3 billion in 2023, supplying more than 7.4 million active customers with its 5.8 million vehicle parts and accessories for car, truck, and motorcycle brands.

Curious minds, adventurous experts and tech-savvy professionals - one team, one billion euros revenue. Catch the ride!

We are looking for a Professional Supplier Quality Assurance with a focus on aftermarket spare parts.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct supplier assessments to evaluate risks and quality potential according to IATF 16949 and internal company requirements.
• Develop and implement supplier development plans to enhance supplier performance and adherence to quality standards.
• Resolve supplier-related quality issues by collaborating with internal teams and suppliers to implement timely and effective corrective actions.
• Monitor supplier quality goals achievement (quality ppm, new model launch terms) and conduct periodic reviews to identify improvement opportunities.
• Lead supplier audits to assess compliance with IATF 16949 requirements and identify areas for improvement.
• Provide technical support and guidance to suppliers regarding quality control processes and improvement methodologies.
• Set quality targets for suppliers and their periodical update.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in supplier quality management or similar roles within the automotive industry in OEM/Tier 1 supplier
• Experience in conducting supplier assessments, audits, and performance reviews.
• Bachelor’s degree in Automotive industry, Quality Management System, Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of IATF 16949 requirements and their practical application in a supplier development context.
• Proficient level in quality improvement tools (e.g., statistical process control, problem-solving methodologies, Six Sigma).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with internal teams and suppliers.
• Strong project management skills with a demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage multiple supplier development initiatives simultaneously.
• English = fluent, Russian = fluent.
• Certified IATF 16949 or VDA 6.3 Auditor preferred.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally to conduct supplier assessments and audits.
• Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational skills to manage multiple projects and responsibilities simultaneously.
• Skilled user for project management software and tools (MS PRoject, Jira, Gant diagram, etc).

What do we offer:

• Competitive salaries based on your professional experience
• Fast growing international company with stable employment
• Annual vacation of 24 days and 1 additional day off on your birthday
• Monthly Allowance for cover the costs of medical insurance expenses
• Mental Wellbeing Program – the opportunity for free psychological counseling for you and your family members 24/7 hotline and online sessions
• Opportunities for advancement, further trainings (over 650 courses on soft and hard skills on our e-learning platform) and coaching
• Free English and German language classes
• Flexible working hours and hybrid work