SQM Supervisor

SQM Supervisor at Aumovio in Suzhou, China.

Role Summary

• Core Responsibilities Overview
• Oversee the development, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the supplier quality management system.
• Lead the team in supplier audits, performance evaluations, non-conformance handling, and quality capability enhancement.
• Collaborate cross-functionally (with Procurement, R&D, Production, etc.) to drive preventive quality risk management within the supply chain.
• Communication & Coordination
• Excellent cross-functional communication skills to drive collaboration with Procurement, R&D, and other departments in resolving quality issues.
• Capable of negotiating with supplier senior management and managing crises (e.g., escalations for critical quality incidents).
• Strategic Thinking
• Ability to develop supplier quality improvement roadmaps and proactively identify supply chain risks.
• Drive early supplier involvement (ESI) and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

Requirements

1. Bachelor's degree or above-Engineering(Mechanical/Electronics/Materials, etc.) or a related field.
2. 8+ years of quality management experience, with at least 3 years in team leadership. Experience managing regional/global teams is a plus.
3. In-depth knowledge of quality standards and tools: IATF 16949 (automotive), VDA 6.3, APQP/PPAP, etc.
4. Familiar with end-to-end supply chain quality control (from development to mass production and post-market).
5. Proficient in quality tools: SPC, FMEA, MSA, 8D, 7 QC Tools, etc.
6. Capable of leading supplier audits (system, process, product) independently.
7. Strong data analysis and reporting skills (experience with Mini Tab or similar tools is preferred).

Benefits

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About the Company

Since its spin-off in September 2025 AUMOVIO continues the business of the former Continental group sector Automotive as an independent company. The technology and electronics company offers a wide-ranging portfolio that makes mobility safe, exciting, connected, and autonomous. This includes sensor solutions, displays, braking and comfort systems as well as comprehensive expertise in software, architecture platforms, and assistance systems for software-defined vehicles. In the fiscal year 2024 the business areas, which now belong to AUMOVIO, generated sales of 19.6 billion Euro. The company is headquartered in Frankfurt, Germany and has about 87.000 employees in more than 100 locations worldwide.