Job description:
About the Team
We are looking for new colleagues who will join our team at our location Shanghai.
What you can look forward to as SDE Supervisor
- Lead initiatives to assess and enhance supplier capabilities in alignment with the company's current and future business needs
- Focus on enabling and uplifting suppliers rather than merely evaluating compliance or disqualifying them. Act as a strategic partner to drive continuous improvement
- Identify and develop key suppliers based on business priorities, supporting the introduction of new technologies and innovation
- Provide technical and managerial input in supplier selection, onboarding, and phase-out processes to ensure alignment with long-term company goals
- Work closely with Purchasing, Quality, Engineering, and Program Management teams to ensure supplier performance throughout all project phases
- Engage early in product development to help suppliers understand technical requirements and proactively prepare resources
- Identify potential risks in the supply chain and implement preventive and corrective actions to ensure supplier stability in quality, delivery, and compliance
- Lead and develop the SDE team, enhancing their skills in technical evaluation, communication, and project management
Your Profile as SDE Supervisor
- Bachelor or higher education, Good knowledge of manufacturing processes, such as: machining/assembly/welding/heat treatment and so on
- Familiar with quality system such as ISO/IATF 16949
- Expert of quality management tools such as APQP; FMEA; MSA ;SPC ;PPAP
- Min 10 years supplier management experience in Auto
- Lean manufacturing techniques, problem-solving skills, continuous improvement skills
- Team Leadership, good interpersonal skills
- English: Fluent in oral and written.Flexible for extensive travels
Why you should choose ZF in Shanghai?
- Individual Growth: At ZF, you accelerate your career by working together across borders and cultures. Take advantage of global development opportunities, support and a flexible working environment.
- Experience Variety: Join ZF to shape future mobility and sustainable systems. Drive smart solutions and contribute to safer, cleaner, affordable mobility for all.
- Find Inspiration: Develop yourself in a team-oriented and supportive environment at ZF. Take on international challenges, be inspired by your colleagues and shape the future with us.