Quality Management Consultant

HR and Talent Management | Succession Planning, Workforce Planning, Recruitment, DE&I, Talent Development, Employee Relations

At SMMT Industry Forum, we partner with organisations of all sizes to deliver complex, transformational change. Our consultants work closely with clients—often embedded within leadership teams—to solve critical challenges and drive lasting impact.

We pride ourselves on building long‑term, trusted relationships and only delivering work that truly adds value. That’s why we’re committed to hiring exceptional people who share our passion for quality, integrity, and results.

SMMT Industry Forum is looking for a Quality Management professional with extensive experience in developing and implementing manufacturing product introduction processes, with expertise in one or more of the following areas:
Core Tools (APQP & PPAP, FMEA, SPC & MSA), IAFT, VDA and Internal Auditor at a Senior Engineer/Consultant/Trainer level in the automotive sector.

In this role, you’ll be responsible for delivering high‑quality training at our Birmingham‑based training centre and providing expert consultancy services to clients across the automotive sector.

If you have the expertise to work with clients in developing and implementing robust, structured new product introduction procedures—and the ability to train and coach others to ensure a high‑performance, safe launch—we’d love to hear from you.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work alongside a team of dedicated professionals and experts that are truly some of the best in their field. The role will require flexibility in working hours, workload and location, as you will be required to travel to the client’s location.

• Providing training on client sites and at training facilities, ensuring the transfer of key skills related to APQP and the Automotive Core Tools, IATF and Internal Auditor in both face‑to‑face and virtual environments
• Providing coaching support or consultancy for the implementation of APQP and the Automotive Core Tools, IATF and Internal Auditor.
• Supporting the continuous development of training materials and service offerings
• Playing an active role in customer relationship management and lead development
• Collaborating with other SMMT Industry Forum colleagues in multidisciplinary teams as part of large‑scale improvement programs

• Capability and experience in delivering training and coaching teams in the automotive core tools areas of APQP, FMEA, SPC, MSA, PPAP, IATF, Internal Auditor and more
• Ability to deliver auditor training with practical real‑world examples to maximize knowledge transfer and customer satisfaction
• Understanding and knowledge of the automotive process approach to auditing
• Relevant experience in the automotive sector
• Ability to lead and work with teams, building relationships at all levels within an organisation
• Excellent presentation skills
• Strong customer focus with a track record of delivering improved performance
• Commercial acumen with the ability to translate improvement objectives and results into tangible financial impact
• A strong team‑playing ethos seeking to get involved in all aspects of the business, including internal development
• Excellent numeracy and literacy skills
• Appropriate qualifications, such as Engineering, Materials Science, Manufacturing Systems, or equivalent

• Previous consulting or training experience within a large organisation or a consulting practice
• Working understanding of Lean Continuous improvement tools, including 5S, 7 Wastes, Visual Management, Standard Work, Line Balance, Set Up Improvement, Problem Solving, A3 thinking.

No matter your experience or background, you’ll get dedicated support when you join. With an induction and the business’s support, you’ll quickly get to grips with the role and have access to help and guidance whenever you need it. So you won’t be on your own – you’ll be a part of a community dedicated to your development.

• 25 Days Annual Leave and additional days for public and privileged holidays.
• Opportunities to be recognised…