BOS is an international group of companies, and one of the hidden champions in the automotive industry. We develop and produce innovative mechatronic, kinematic, and plastic systems, and are a technology leader in roller blinds and sun protection systems. With over 6,250 employees, we actively and dynamically help shape the global automotive future – setting new standards in comfort, safety, lightweight construction, and energy efficiency.

Tasks

• Execution of supplier risk assessments.
• Support in the evaluation, selection and approval of new potential BOS suppliers in cooperation with the cluster managers of central purchasing.
• Tracking of action plans and corrective action implementation as part of audit Follow-Ups, escalations or day-to-day operations.
• Continuously challenging the supplier´s process landscape according to the latest standards (IATF, VDA , AIAG, CSR) and requirements.
• Proactive further development of existing suppliers in cooperation with all supplier hierarchy levels and functions and involvement of respective BOS departments (as required).
• Support in escalation management and Follow-Up for existing series suppliers in close coordination with the respective BOS production plants.
• Monitoring and support of critical suppliers.
• Assessment and release of new potential BOS suppliers in cooperation with the cluster managers of central purchasing.
• Definition and execution of systemic improvement plans for suppliers not meeting BOS expectations and goals.
• Support the settlement of expenses causes by supplier issues in close collaboration with BOS production plants and central purchasing.

Profile

• A technical degree in the field of quality, engineering or industrial engineering.
• Professional experience in quality management in the automotive supply industry, ideally in supplier development.
• Sound knowledge of quality methods and tools in the automotive industry.
• Proven communication skills.
• High level of self-management and –organization.
• Willingness to travel (approximately 55–60% of working time required for business trips).
• English at a high level – you will communicate in English most of the time, and the recruitment process will also be conducted in English.

Others:

• Core Tools (APQP, RGA, FMEA, MSA, SPC, PLP, PPF, 8-D)
• ISO 9001:2015 and IATF 16949:2016
• VDA, AIAG, IATF, CSR knowledg
• Flexible working hours (start of work between 07:00-10:00)
• Cafeteria system with the option to join a sports package
• Additional health insurance
• Access to the Company Social Benefits Fund
• Opportunities for professional development and growth

Additional Information

• Work mode: hybrid (50% home office, 50% at HQ in Katowice or during business trips)
• Type of contract: only employment contract
• Recruitment language: English

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