Your key responsibilities include: Developing, implementing, and monitoring supply chain strategies to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance overall performance Managing supplier relationships, including selection, performance monitoring, and contract negotiation to ensure on-time delivery and adherence to quality requirements Establishing and enforcing quality control procedures and standards across the entire supply chain, from raw material sourcing to final product delivery Conducting regular audits and assessments of suppliers and internal processes to identify improvement opportunities and ensure compliance with industry regulations and company policies Leading problem‑solving initiatives related to supply chain disruptions, quality issues, and non‑conformances by implementing corrective and preventive actions Collaborating closely with internal stakeholders such as production, engineering, and procurement to align supply chain and quality objectives with overall business goals Analyzing supply chain data and quality metrics to identify trends, forecast demand, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) Driving continuous improvement initiatives across supply chain and quality management systems Your Qualifications: Completed degree in Aeronautical Engineering, Engineering, Supply Chain Quality, or a comparable qualification Professional experience in aircraft manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality Management, and Supply Chain Solid knowledge of KAIZEN, Lean Management, Project Management, and Total Quality Management (problem‑solving methodologies) Proficiency in supply chain planning tools and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems Knowledge of APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning) Business‑fluent English skills and advanced German language skills Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership abilities, with the capability to influence and collaborate across diverse teams Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced and dynamic environment Proven ability to manage complex supplier relationships and negotiate effectively Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills with a data‑driven approach Willingness to travel (approximately once per month) Wir freuen uns auf Ihre aussagekräftige Bewerbung
Prepare process maturity assessments by ensuring that all maturity criteria are fulfilled Monitor action‑plan follow‑up, risks, and opportunities Ensure integration of best practices and lessons learned into ways of working Conduct systemic root‑cause analyses on major issues using quality management tools such as PPS, 9S, Pareto, Five‑Why, and Ishikawa Contribute to effective process implementation (e.g., communication, awareness, documentation, tools) Your Qualifications: Completed degree in Aeronautical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a comparable qualification Professional experience in aircraft manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineering, process improvement, and Quality Management FMEA experience is mandatory Good knowledge of Risk Management and Total Quality Management (problem‑solving methodologies) Experience with the Skywise tool is an advantage Good knowledge of SAP; Google Workspace is a plus Business‑fluent English skills; German or French language skills are an advantage Excellent stakeholder management and strong cross‑functional collaboration skills Strong communication skills to ensure ongoing interaction with interfaces and other functions Analytical mindset and the ability to interpret quality metrics accurately Ability to prepare and present work results and project deliverables in a target‑group‑oriented manner Wir freuen uns auf Ihre aussagekräftige Bewerbung (mit englischsprachigem Lebenslauf). / We look forward to receiving your detailed application (English CV).