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The Supplier Quality Manager is responsible for leading and managing all supplier quality activities related to Sunroof Systems. This position ensures supplier product quality, process capability, and continuous improvement across the supply chain.The role oversees Supplier Quality Development (SQD), Supplier Quality Engineering (SQE), and Incoming Inspection parts, ensuring supplier performance meets company and customer expectations throughout the product lifecycle, including new program launches and mass production.
The Supplier Quality Manager drives supplier quality strategy, APQP/PPAP execution, supplier performance management, and containment of supplier-related issues while supporting manufacturing plants and customer requirements.
The Supplier Quality Manager is responsible for leading and managing all supplier quality activities related to Sunroof Systems. This position ensures supplier product quality, process capability, and continuous improvement across the supply chain.
The role oversees Supplier Quality Development (SQD), Supplier Quality Engineering (SQE), and Incoming Inspection parts, ensuring supplier performance meets company and customer expectations throughout the product lifecycle, including new program launches and mass production.
The Supplier Quality Manager drives supplier quality strategy, APQP/PPAP execution, supplier performance management, and containment of supplier-related issues while supporting manufacturing plants and customer requirements.
Supplier Quality Strategy & Leadership
o Lead and manage the Supplier Quality organization (SQD, SQE, Incoming Inspection)
o Develop and implement supplier quality strategy aligned with company and customer requirements
o Establish quality standards and governance across the supplier base
o Ensure supplier capability supports Sunroof System quality targets and launch readiness
Supplier Quality Development (SQD)
o Drive supplier development activities to improve quality, delivery, and cost performance
o Lead supplier assessments, process audits, and capability evaluations
o Support sourcing decisions through supplier capability assessment
o Implement supplier improvement programs and continuous improvement initiatives
Supplier Quality Engineering (SQE)
o Manage supplier quality issues during mass production and launch phases
o Manage supplier performance indicators including:
- Supplier PPM
- Supplier Audit Score
- Cost of Non-Conformance (NCMD)
- Delivery performance
o Lead problem-solving activities using structured methodologies such as:
- 8D
- Root Cause Analysis
- Corrective and Preventive Actions
o Drive containment and recovery actions for supplier-related quality issues
o Ensure supplier corrective actions are implemented and verified for effectiveness
o Interface with Manufacturing Engineering, Program Management, and Customer Quality
Incoming Quality Control (IQC)
o Manage incoming inspection processes for supplier components
o Establish inspection standards and acceptance criteria
o Ensure effective containment of nonconforming materials
o Optimize inspection strategies based on supplier risk level and performance
o Reduce incoming defects through supplier improvement initiatives
Supplier Performance Management
o Monitor and report supplier performance metrics
o Conduct regular supplier performance reviews
o Escalate critical supplier quality risks
o Develop recovery plans for underperforming suppliers
o Lead supplier workshops and improvement programs
Cross-Functional Collaboration
o Act as the key interface between:
o Purchasing, Engineering, Manufacturing, Program Management, Customer Quality
o Align supplier quality objectives with business and program requirements
o Communicate supplier quality issues and recovery plans to management
Report Directly to Quality Director
Specific Requirements:
o Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related field)
o Minimum 8–10 years of automotive industry experience
o Minimum 3 years of leadership or team management experience
o Experience with supplier quality management in automotive systems or modules
o Experience with new product launch (APQP / PPAP)
o Intermediate-level English proficiency is required
What can you expect from us?
- Attractive working conditions and benefits.
- A culture focused on teamwork and solving problems together.
- An innovative atmosphere where new ideas are welcome!
- Opportunities for your personal and professional development.
Our Core Values are One Inalfa, Ownership, Ambition and Progress.
WE ARE IN IT TO WIN IT!
Does this sound interesting to you? Don't hesitate and submit your application today.
LocationHwaseong-si, Madogongdan-ro 2-gil, 39, MadoTime TypeFull timeContact PersonEunJin Lee （이은진）Similar Jobs
What We Do
Inalfa Roof Systems North America is comprised of several companies in the United States and Mexico that engineer and assemble several models of sunroof systems as a tier one supplier to global automotive OEMs such as BMW, Ford, Stellantis, Daimler, Volkswagen, Honda, and General Motors. The regional headquarters and technical center of Inalfa Roof Systems North America are located in Auburn Hills, Michigan. The organization of North America is comprised of 1,517 employees between our headquarters and assembly locations in Michigan and Georgia in the United States and Irapuato in Mexico. Inalfa Roof Systems North America is part of Inalfa’s global footprint. Our global headquarters is located in Venray, the Netherlands. The global footprint of Inalfa includes facilities in Europe, Korea and China. The Inalfa Group of companies employ more than 5,200 professionals worldwide. The Shareholder of the Inalfa Companies, Beijing Hainachuan Automotive Parts Co., Ltd. (BHAP) is headquartered in Beijing, China. BHAP is comprised of 40 member companies and employs more than 27,000 professionals worldwide. For more information on Inalfa Roof Systems please visit our global website at www.inalfa.com and for career opportunities with our company have a look at www.inalfacareers.com
