Supplier Readiness Engineer

Applications are invited from suitably qualified & experienced employees to fill the above vacancy in Purchasing - Purchasing New Project Department.

Job Description and Responsibilities

Ensuring that, predominantly, suppliers are able to supply parts timeously, according to company requirements, with fully functional tooling and equipment whilst meeting the confirmed capacity allocations. With the required actions comes the need to effectively communicate, any issues as well as progress, internally as well as to all other departments within the group and to the respective supplier.

Education and Experience

• At Technical Degree / Diploma
• At least 5 years of experience in key technologies such as plastics, Plastic injections molding and/or manufacturing processes
• Experience in tool manufacturing and/or design and/or project management
• Experience in Pilot Hall or Supplier Quality would be an advantage
• The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Project Management and technically sound

Requirements

• Ability to interpret technical data and drawings
• Negotiation & Problem solving skills
• Oral and written Communication skills
• Above average computer literacy, especially MS Office package
• Project Management skills
• Customer interface and Conflict management skills
• Self- motivated and driven
• Basic German language proficiency
• The successful candidates must be willing to travel both nationally and internationally. Be prepared to work outside of the standard office hours as and when required