Divisional Manager - Part Development

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead new part development activities and ensure quality standards are met throughout the product lifecycle.

- Drive supplier quality improvement and process standardization across the supply chain.

- Manage and develop suppliers for critical commodities including Wiring Harness, ECU, Lamps, Power Electronics, Cables, Connectors, Sheet Metal, Castings, and Plastics.

- Establish and implement standardized quality practices, procedures, and methodologies within the supplier ecosystem.

- Conduct supplier audits, performance reviews, and quality assessments.

- Build and maintain strong strategic partnerships with key suppliers and vendors.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Engineering, Manufacturing, and Procurement to ensure quality objectives are met.

- Drive root cause analysis and corrective action implementation for supplier-related issues.

- Ensure compliance with relevant quality and regulatory standards across the supplier base.

Preferred Candidate Profile:

- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics or related field).

- 15+ years of experience in Supplier Quality Development, preferably in automotive, aerospace, or electronics industries.

- Hands-on experience with global supplier base management.

- In-depth knowledge of quality tools and methodologies (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA, 8D, etc.).

- Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.

- Proven track record of driving continuous improvement and supplier capability enhancement.