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Supplier Quality Manager
What this position is about - Purpose:
The QA Supplier Quality Manager is responsible for the establishment and improvement of quality assurance standards and programs based on a given framework and managing QA activities for Supplier onboarding, monitoring, evaluation and action. The incumbent is also responsible for the establishment of design/process standards based on a given framework, the validation of the adherence to the QMS requirements of supplier and R&D teams and the coordination of improvements through CAPA including change control.
What will you do - Responsibilities:
Establish, improve and implement quality assurance standards and programs (e.g. Incoming Material inspection, visual defect and standards) relevant for combustable and RRP consumable suppliers and materials on e.g. new product developments, rejuvenations based on a given framework, regulatory requirements and consumers voice, to ensure regulatory complianceManage and coordinate all defined QA activities in New Product Development projects such as reviewing & defining quality standards, embedding those into Quality Agreements, qualifications including change control process for product & processes. Coordinate the alignment and implementation of requirements with relevant stakeholders (R&D, GSC, SRA etc.)Establish assigned JTI QA Management System design/process related processes based on a given framework and current mandatory regulations and ensure processes are maintained, continuously improved. and implemented/trained to relevant stakeholders such as QA, R&D and GSCValidate the adherence of the QMS requirements in e.g. R&D by conducting audits, coordinate improvements through CAPA including change control and conduct supplier audits and QA assessment.Manage & coordinate cross-functional quality improvement activities. Manage observed product & process deviations and communicate findings to relevant stakeholders. Coordinate the escalation and root cause analysis and subsequent improvement activities (CAPA) of incidents for material with relevant stakeholders (R&D, GSC & Supplier)
Who are we looking for - Requirements:
Scientific or technical university degree (e.g. chemical, physical, or environmental engineer; or food technology)At least 3-5 years practical experience and excellent knowledge in quality assurance and quality management in development and mass production, preferably in the tobacco industryFluent in English (written and spoken), other languages considered as an advantageIntegrative personality with distinctive ability to communicate and to work in a teamGood leadership as well as people development skillsSovereignty when dealing with internal and external partnersOrganizational skillsFlexibility and creativityReliability and confidentialityComprehensive knowledge of data analysis techniques & statisticsProfound project management skillsExcellent PC skills (MS Office) including experience in SAP R/
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Next Steps:
After applying, if selected, please anticipate the following within 1-3 weeks of the job posting closure: Phone screening with Talent Advisor > Assessment tests > Interviews > Offer. Each step is eliminatory and may vary by role type.
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