Autoliv's primary goal is to Save More Lives. Our products never get a second chance. This is why we can never compromise on quality. We are working to increase vehicle safety by developing seatbelts, airbags and steering wheels and you can be part of our team as Assistant / Deputy Manager – Supplier Quality.
In this role you will be responsible for managing and developing safety-critical plastics and painted parts suppliers. You will need to deliver zero-defect performance, drive supplier quality improvements, and ensure compliance with Autoliv standards through effective supplier engagement and strong quality systems.
Should you be interested in overseeing these tasks and aiming for enhanced performance standards, your role will involve:
• Manage serial production issues from suppliers of safety-critical plastics and painted parts

• Drive zero-defect initiatives at supplier processes

• Implement supplier-specific roadmaps within defined timelines

• Approve engineering and process changes as per Autoliv procedures





• Perform root cause analysis and ensure robust corrective actions using 8D methodology

• Conduct supplier audits as per Autoliv, VDA, CQI, and OEM standards

• Drive supplier development initiatives and cultural transformation

• Conduct regular Gemba visits and supplier performance reviews

• Execute PPAP approvals and manage annual re-validation activities

• Ensure safe launch readiness for all supplier changes

• Drive defect reduction, cost optimization, and process improvements

• Implement Lean systems and Poka-Yoke at supplier locations

• Ensure compliance with OEM requirements (MSIL, Honda, VW, Hyundai)

• Lead VAVE and continuous improvement initiatives

• Deploy global lessons learned across local suppliers

• Train suppliers on quality tools, Lean methodologies, and system requirements

If you have/are:
• Solid expertise in safety-critical plastics and painting/coating processes

• Hands-on experience in PPAP, Change Management, and su

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