Supplier Quality Development (Welding)

Req ID:523900

Leading societies to a low carbon future, Alstom develops and markets mobility solutions that provide the sustainable foundations for the future of transportation. Our product portfolio ranges from high-speed trains, metros, monorail, and trams to integrated systems, customised services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility solutions. Joining us means joining a caring, responsible, and innovative company where more than 70,000 people lead the way to greener and smarter mobility, worldwide

Position based in Hornell (New-York) - US

Frequent travels in US and Canada- 50 to 70% of the time

In the Supplier Quality Development (SQD) team, belonging to Stragetic Supplier Development (SSD) group, you will be in charge of the SQD activities deployment for your scope within America Region.

Knowledge on specifc processes as Welding, Machining and Painting is a plus to be able to manage quickly a specific scope of Metallic supplier.

Hierarchically reporting to the SSD Group Manager and working in close collaboration with Procurement teams and SQ teams, your missions will be to:

Deliver evaluation of Supplier's industrial Processes - off cycle Generic and Special Processes audits

Supplier Qualification & Development

• Deliver the audit plan for the Suppliers included in the SQD Priority List and manage the closing of the issues on time
• Ensure consistency of the audits delegated to other auditors for the suppliers belonging to his/her scope of responsibility (suppliers being part or not of the SQD Priority List)
• Achieve the SQD commitment and objectives related to Priority List in term of evaluation and qualification coverage, with adequate audits and Follow-up
• Develop and monitor corrective action plans for underperforming suppliers

Measure, Improve and sustain Quality performance of suppliers

• Consolidate and analyze the quality performance of the suppliers under its scope of responsibility
• Communicate to the suppliers their Quality Performance (e.g. performance letter, Quarterly Business Review, ...
• Drive, when nominated as leader, the Supplier Quality Escalation Process for the suppliers escalated (YELLOW / RED / Red With Resident) for its scope - in case of local management of the escalation status, bring the adequate support to the ALSTOM Site
• Contribute to the Global Quality performance of the Suppliers all along the life cycle (FAI, NCE, Warranty) by identifying and implementing Quality development initiatives for the most strategic/critical suppliers

Leverage Supplier Quality network knowledge

• Be the worldwide Supplier Quality referent regarding the Suppliers and commodities under its responsibility and provide support for resolution of the critical issues or crisis.
• Contribute to the development of the Supplier Quality Network in partnership with other Supplier Quality departments
• Animate REX / Good practices & SQ community for the scope, including REX from project quality activities
• When relevant (eg. for Special Process experts or Special Process SQD referent or recognized by Quality Academy), bring its expertise to support worldwide supplier Quality network (trainings, qualifications, critical issues management, ...)
• Contribute to the definition and deployment of SQD tools, methods and Processes
• Promote Supplier Quality initiatives and Ways of Working across internal business partners and towards Suppliers.
• Apply and enforce the proper application of SQD standards across its network and on its scope
• Contribute to the Working Groups to continuously improve Supplier Quality Standards / Processes / Tools / Methodologies / ...

Profile Required:

• You have 5 to 10 years work experience in the industry, with experience in Industrial, Quality or Supplier Quality positions.
• You have a deep knowledge on problem solving tools and industrial processes / risks analysis.
• You will travel regularly on supplier sites (2 to 3 times per month, mainly in NAM).
• Fluent in English,
• You have leadership, good communication skills and the ability to work with a matrix organization.
• You are organized, with a process-oriented mindset and also customer oriented & reactive.
• You are recognized as a supportive team player.
• A strong knowledge on Metallic Mechanical process as Machining, Welding will be a plus for this position
• a previous experience to develop suppliers by helping, training, supporting their team will also be a plus for this position

We are looking for talents interested in new challenges, in the environment of Quality, Procurement and Suppliers, covering a worldwide perimeter.

Alstom is the leading company in the mobility sector, solving the most interesting challenges for tomorrow's mobility. That's why we value inquisitive and innovative people who are passionate about working together to reinvent mobility, making it smarter and more sustainable. Day after day, we are building an agile, inclusive and responsible culture, where a diverse group of people are offered opportunities to learn, grow and advance in their careers, with options across functions and geographic locations. Are you ready to join a truly international community of great people on a challenging journey with a tangible impact and purpose?

Equal opportunity statement:

Alstom is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all our employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local law.

Job Type:Experienced