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Form of workJoin Saab Seaye in creating the most innovative robotic technology for the harshest environment in the deepest oceans and most turbulent waters. We lead the world with the most advanced engineering, electronics and software systems for pioneering electric underwater technology.
We don't just create products - we are revolutionising the underwater world. So come and be part of an innovative and agile team that is dedicated to smart and inspired technology that is rapidly changing the future of underwater robotics.
Job Purpose:
To ensure that all material suppliers have sustainable quality management systems that meet the standards and targets defined in the Saab Seaeye business plan. To work with the supply base and internal departments to continually improve cost, quality and delivery performance.
Key accountabilities and responsibilities:
Responsible for developing and maintaining a Supplier Quality Manual that aligns with the Saab Seaeye strategic plan.
Develop and maintain proactive working relationships with suppliers' management teams.
Monitor Supplier Quality trends, working closely with suppliers to improve performance.
Investigate Supplier Quality issues, working with suppliers and internal departments to ensure corrective and preventative actions have been completed.
Participate in Project Lessons Learned reviews and ensure any points relating to Supplier quality improvements are followed through with relevant suppliers or internal departments.
Support the sourcing of new Products in line with our strategic commodity groups and the ongoing development of the supply chain strategy.
Audit potential new suppliers and head up Supplier Quality activities throughout the selection process.
Establish and maintain a rolling supplier audit schedule.
Work closely with Engineering, Manufacturing and Project Management to identify Supplier Quality risks and manage mitigating actions to ensure continuity of supply throughout project and product life cycles.
Oversee the supplier product quality activities required to formally hand over the day to day management of new suppliers and parts to the Manufacturing organisation in line with business processes.
To support other members of the Strategic Purchasing team when required.
Visit supplier facilities as required.
General accountabilities and responsibilities:
To act ethically, with integrity and in the best interest of the business at all times
To maintain a professional and supportive relationship with team members and other departments in order to deliver business objectives or deadlines.
To carry out any other duties as detailed by a member of the management team or authorized representative.
To ensure that the working area is a clean and safe environment in compliance with our Health and Safety policies and to report any potential Health and Safety hazards or violations to your supervisor/ line manager or directly to the Quality manager.
