Supplier Quality Engineer - Castings & Bearings

Professional | Full-Time | Quality, Health, Safety and Environment

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Vestas Technology & Operations > Quality > Supplier Quality& Development MED

Are you ready to use your technical and leadership skills to develop and drive the supplier quality & HSE strategy within a global team of truly motivated professionals? Does sound like a great opportunity? Do not hesitate and apply! 

This position is part of the Supplier Quality & Development in Vestas MED region, which coordinates SQ&D activities and ensures the highest focus on quality, safety and environment when developing and executing the different category strategies while not compromising on agreed processes. The key task is the strategic and operational development of key suppliers in South Europe, Turkey, Middle East & Africa region by performing site audits, supplier assessments and leading QSE improvement projects to enforce high supplier performance, zero incidents and reduce the number of non-conformities.

The SQ&D Department is part of a matrix organization covering global and regional demands, collaborating with multiple internal functions, i.e. procurement, engineering, manufacturing facilities, service & project management.

Responsibilities

• Deploy the Vestas Quality, Safety and Environment Strategy towards external suppliers
• Responsible for supplier lifecycle management for a given commodity, on behalf and in compliance with regional & global strategy
• Execute new market entry strategy & new supplier onboarding, securing only capable suppliers to become part of Vestas' supply base
• Deploy APQP4Wind framework for part qualification, ensuring that only capable suppliers are approved
• Conduct Supplier Business Review Meetings with cross-functional participation
• Identify the systemic issues & implement the supplier development plan using the quality toolbox
• Deploy a continuous improvement mindset/framework to secure supplier maturity

Qualifications

• Master's or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering discipline (Casting, Metallurgy, Material or Mechanical) or equivalent qualification
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role/relevant industry background: Casting or Metallurgy
• Green Belt Six Sigma qualification is beneficial
• Certified VDA 6.3 auditor or for ISO9001, ISO14001 & OHSAS 18001
• Experienced or certified in APQP framework
• NDT certifications (VT, UT, PT, RT)

Competencies

• Relevant commodity acumen with certifications (casting knowledge mandatory)
• Adept project management skills with the ability to manage complex development projects across the organization
• Proficient in data analytics and adept problem-solving skills, having the ability to identify and deliver actionable solutions to complex problems
• Good communication skills, oral and written, with the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders within an international, evolving & cross-functional environment
• Organized personality, proficient learning & critical thinking skills.
• Full proficiency in English

What we offer 

You will join a team of motivated and solution-oriented colleagues with the mindset to be a part of the climate change solution, by bringing exponential and commercial impact to Vestas's wind power solutions. We work collaboratively and are focused on bringing value, creative problem-solving, and building something new. You will meet people with a broad range of skills from a variety of cultures. It is the policy of Vestas to afford equal employment opportunity without regard to age, race, religion, color, gender, or national origin.

We value collaboration, simplicity, and accountability, together with motivation and the right balance between creativity and quality in all solutions.

Additional information

This is a hybrid position based in Porto, Portugal or Madrid, Spain. This position requires 30% travel, primarily involving short trips, up to one week at a time.

We will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis, therefore, early applications are encouraged. To apply for this opportunity, please submit your CV in English.

Please note: We reserve the right to amend or withdraw this job posting at any time.

Our commitment to fair hiring

At Vestas, we evaluate all candidates solely on professional experience, education, and relevant skills. To support a fair recruitment process, please remove any photos, dates of birth, graduation dates, gender pronouns, marital status, or other personal details not relevant to the role before submitting your CV. Please keep your CV focused on work and educational details, as well as the necessary information we need to contact you (email and phone number). We train our hiring teams in inclusive evaluation and regularly review process outcomes to ensure fairness.

Our commitment to a fair hiring At Vestas, we evaluate all candidates solely on professional experience, education, and relevant skills. To support a fair recruitment process, please remove any photos, dates of birth or graduation dates, gender pronouns, marital status, or other personal details not relevant to the role, before submitting your CV/resume. Please keep your CV/resume focused on work and educational details, and the necessary information that we contact you (email and phone number). We train our hiring teams in inclusive evaluation and regularly review process outcomes to ensure fairness.

DEIB StatementAt Vestas, we recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry". Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.

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About VestasVestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We are specialised in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore. Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. We consider ourselves pioneers within the industry, as we continuously aim to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 185 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, we have an unmatched track record demonstrating our expertise within the field. With 30,000 employees globally, we are a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution – today, tomorrow, and far into the future. Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives. We also aim to give everyone equal access to opportunity. To learn more about our company and life at Vestas, we invite you to visit our website at www.vestas.com and follow us on our social media channels. We also encourage you to join our Talent Universe to receive notifications on new and relevant postings.