As SNQ auditor you evaluate suppliers capability performance and potential in several aspects based on a risk management approach by auditing suppliers. Main area of responsibility is to support within North America. As an auditor you will coach the supplier together with SQE on making risk mitigation plans. Majority of the time the job consists of evaluate suppliers and identify weaknesses gaps and potential risks through application of different tools such as Supplier Evaluation Model SEM for Automotive purchasing which is a system audit. Calibration of existing lead auditors within the SQE organization is also an important task for the SNQ auditor by sharing best practices to secure a fact based and robust output from the audits which will be an input for sourcing decisions. The SNQ auditor will present audit reports and upload in system. This is a high level position which means we are looking for someone with extensive knowledge that can support and help to develop our suppliers but also the team.
You should have an eye for details but also have a good general understanding of the situation being able to make risk assessments and focus on the right areas. You must be a good communicator and a multicultural team player both internally Volvo but also towards supplier management team.
The job needs frequent travels 85% times per month
Preferred Bachelor in Engineering or ?5 years of technical experience needed extensive experience and strong performance can substitute for academic degree
Audit skills and good knowledge of ISO 19011
Uses structured approach with good analytical skills and logical thinking strong problem-solving abilities
Strong continuous improvement skills
Experience from various production processes
Sustainability minded
Good English communication skills both orally and in writing
Strong organizational and time management skills
Preventive mind set with leadership to solve problems and to make decision
Ability to create networks and to lead cross functional activities within multi-cultural teams
Can work with significant independence but is also a team player
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