Qual i ty Man ag er (m/f/d)

Date de publication 28.10.2026

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Quality Manager (m/f/d)

Your new Role and Responsibilities

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Overall responsibility for the Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring compliance with customer, regulatory, and statutory requirements
Definition and execution of the quality strategy, including the establishment of objectives, KPIs, and their sustainable achievement
Leadership, development, and empowerment of employees within the quality function, as well as the continuous evolution of the global quality organization
Promotion of a high-performance, values-driven quality culture and role-modeling of leadership principles
Ensuring stable production processes and continuous improvement of product and process quality in series production
Reporting to executive management / top management on performance, risks, and improvement opportunities
Responsibility for customer and supplier quality, including complaint management, audits, and ensuring customer satisfaction
Acting as a central interface to customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders at all levels, including C-level
Management of non-conformities and escalations, including root cause analysis and implementation of corrective and preventive actions
Approval and safeguarding of processes, products, and changes (e.g., sampling, engineering changes)
Monitoring and analysis of relevant quality KPIs and derivation of targeted measures to ensure sustainable performance improvement
Driving continuous improvement initiatives through Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen, as well as systematic optimization of processes and costs
Ensuring robust quality processes across the entire value chain, from incoming goods to production and customer delivery
Responsibility for audits (internal and external), test concepts, and validation procedures
Product and process safety, including the role as PSCR (Product Safety & Conformity Representative)
Authority to stop production and delivery in case of critical quality deviations
Ensuring compliance with health, safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements (e.g., ISO standards)

Your Profile

Bachelor and optional Master Degree in Engineering, Quality Management, Industrial Engineering or a related field
Extensive professional experience of at least 10 years in quality management within the (automotive) manufacturing environment
Proven leadership experience of at least 5 years in managing and developing international teams
Strong expertise in quality standards and systems
Deep understanding of automotive production processes in a manufacturing environment, ideally wiring harness
Experience in customer and supplier quality management, audits, and complaint handling
Solid knowledge of quality tools and methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement
Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and translate it into strategic actions
Confident handling of KPIs and performance management systems
Strong leadership capabilities with the ability to inspire, develop, and empower teams
Strategic mindset with a clear focus on business impact and long-term quality excellence
Proven experience in change management and organizational development
Strong decision-making skills and a hands-on execution mindset in complex environments
High level of accountability, integrity, team spirit and entrepreneurial thinking
Excellent communication skills across all organizational levels, including executive leadership
Strong customer orientation and ability to build sustainable relationships
High level of resilience, adaptability and solution-oriented thinking
Ability to drive collaboration in international and cross-functional environments
Strong conflict management and negotiation skills
Fluent French and English required, additional languages (e.g. German) are a plus
Proficient in MS Office and relevant quality systems and tools
Availability for business travel

Benefits

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