Sr. Manager Supplier Quality Development NA

Work Environment

Office environment; 30 - 40% Travel required.

POSITION SUMMARY: The Sr. Manager of Supplier Quality Development (SQD) at Magna Powertrain Ramos is responsible for oversight and improvement of key performance metrics of the Ramos supply base. Will lead the Ramos/Troy SQD Team; ensure compliance to related systems, work with internal customers and the supply base to ensure continuous improvement.

• Develop effective partnerships with suppliers’ leadership and MPT functional leaders to improve supplier capability through supplier assessments, clear and concise communication, feedback and training.
• Create / Deploy / Implement a continuous supplier improvement strategy.
• Introduce suppliers to the STA process to assure corrective action in place to improve past behavior.
• Facilitate the development plans for process control, capability and sustainability at the supplier.
• Responsible for execution of the APQP Process with suppliers. Ensure all APQP elements are completed to high standards to achieve flawless launches.
• Assist in identifying, communicating and resolving early-stage supplier quality problems.
• Support serial production supplier problem resolution to assure effective corrective and systematic actions are implemented.
• Guide supplier through tough situations through involvement and plan management.
• Track total supplier DMN and Warning to assure target of reduction YOY.
• Work with new and existing suppliers to ensure quality system implementation and continuous improvement. Track the improvement and initiate countermeasures if progress does not meet MPT expectations.
• Coordinate prescribed assessments of potential new suppliers and provide a recommendation to the Quality and Purchasing group.
• Play a key role in sourcing selection and the Sourcing Council Process. Ensure component level Technical Reviews are properly executed with potential suppliers.
• Ensure proper approval and documentation practices are followed for any process, material or tooling change at suppliers.
• Ensure suppliers provide thorough information to support development of new projects including PFMEAs, Process Control Plans, Process Capability Studies, Run@Rates and Safe Launch Planning.
• Review and ensure SQD Team remains within departmental budget.
• Oversee current and future work-load. Ensure the necessary level of resources are available within the Department.
• Develop and execute long-term progressive strategy to ensure the Supplier Quality function becomes increasingly proactive in addressing supplier performance issues.
• Practice and maintain integrity while following and upholding Magna’s Charter and Constitution.
• Follow and uphold Magna’s Code of Conduct and Ethics and related compliance policies.
• Supports and adheres to policies, procedures, and operational guidelines related to established quality management system (IATF).
• Drive the development of new technologies to improve quality, efficiency and reduce cost.
• Maintain working knowledge of safety policies and regulations to ensure duties are performed in a safe manner.

• A Bachelor’s Degree is required. A Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering with an MBA, MS or other technical graduate degree is preferred.
• Self-starter and a team player who will thrive in an entrepreneurial environment.
• Creates a positive work environment by demonstrating and sharing functional/technical knowledge.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, emphasizing interpersonal, group presentation, and team facilitation skills.

• Minimum 15 years of experience in Quality Assurance, including Quality Systems, Standards, Metrics, and Tools.
• Minimum 8 years experience in a leadership role with a track‑record of progression.
• Demonstrated track record of effectively influencing and negotiating with all levels of an organization and leading effective change initiatives, supplier quality development, planning and training.
• Automotive manufacturing experience required with a strong preference in Powertrain Systems.

• Creativity & Innovation:
  Able to generate creative ideas to solve problems and improve work methods; apply…