Req ID | Istanbul – Aftermarket, Türkiye, ZF Services Türk San. ve Tic. A.Ş.
Supplier Development Engineer
About the Team :
We are expanding our Purchasing & Supplier Development team across Istanbul and looking for Supplier Development Engineer to join us in Istanbul with Division Aftermarket.
What you can look forward to as Supplier Development Engineer :
- Develop and implement supplier management strategies in Turkey aligned with global objectives.
- Lead and perform new supplier approval audits and regular process audits in accordance with VDA 6.3 standards.
- Lead and manage supplier development and supplier readiness projects including APQP and PPAP activities.
- Collaborate with the SQA team to support Continuous Improvement Programs (CIP) at assigned suppliers.
- Ensure achievement of annual supplier KPIs through close cooperation with SQA teams.
- Support escalation level 2 supplier development activities as needed.
- Assist in resolving supplier claims and quality issues in coordination with SQA.
Your profile as Supplier Development Engineer :
Graduated from Mechanical Engineering or related technical field with minimum 5 years of similar experience in the automotive or manufacturing industry.Certified VDA 6.3 Auditor with strong knowledge of forging, forming, heat treatment, coating, machining, casting, assembly.Familiarity with ISO , ISO , ISO , and IATF standards.Proficient in quality tools : APQP, FMEA, SPC, MSA, PPAP, 8D.Strong technical and analytical skills, with proven problem-solving capabilities.Excellent project management, teamwork, and communication skills.Willingness to travel for business as required.Why you should choose ZF :
An employment contract in a stable, global company.Hybrid system work (depends on the position).Private health insurance and employee package.Good working atmosphere; working in an international team, interesting projects, and tasks.ERP : The position is part of the ZF Global Employee Referral Program.