Global Supply Chain Quality Manager (m|f|d)
About the Voith Group
The Voith Group is a global technology company. With its broad portfolio of systems, products, services and digital applications, Voith sets standards in the markets of energy, paper, raw materials and transport & automotive. Founded in 1867, the company today has around 22,000 employees, sales of € 5,2 billion and locations in over 60 countries worldwide and is thus one of the larger family-owned companies in Europe.
Shape the future of renewable energy with Voith Hydro!
Join a global leader in sustainable energy solutions and take charge of ensuring supplier quality excellence across our worldwide supply chain. As Global Supply Chain Quality Manager (m|f|d), you will lead international teams, drive supplier development, and embed quality standards into every process from sourcing strategies to final inspections.
Your Tasks
* Lead global and regional quality teams while aligning strategies with Voith Hydro’s renewable energy objectives.
* Qualify and release suppliers through audits, monitor certifications, and ensure compliance with company requirements.
* Drive preventive quality measures and follow up on supplier development activities such as PFMEAs.
* Manage supplier performance using KPIs, initiate corrective actions, and decide on blocking or releasing suppliers based on defined criteria.
* Plan and coordinate inspections and FATs at supplier facilities, reporting results to project quality teams.
* Support cost optimization initiatives (OPEX, Lean) and integrate quality requirements into sourcing strategies and schedules.
* Participate in key supplier meetings (e.g., KoM), provide quality input, and conduct process audits and data-driven verifications.
* Capture lessons learned and implement improvements in the management system.
Your Profile
* Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
* At least 7 years of professional experience in supplier quality management, ideally within renewable energy or industrial sectors.
* Proven leadership skills with a track record of managing international teams and complex projects.
* In-depth knowledge of ISO standards, supplier audits, and lean methodologies, with the ability to apply these across global supply chains.
* Strong communication, negotiation, and intercultural skills to effectively engage with stakeholders worldwide.
* Fluent in English, both written and spoken; additional languages are an advantage.
* Willingness to travel internationally and thrive in a dynamic, global business environment.
Apply now via our career portal.
The Voith Hydro GmbH & Co. KG | VHZ is looking forward to your application!
Your personal contact
Talent Acquisition Team • Yunus Topal • Tel. +49 7321 37 3722
Job ID77289