Supplier Quality Manager | North & Latin America - Doka Group

Doka is a world leader in providing innovative formwork, solutions and services in all areas of construction. The company is also a global supplier of well-thought-out scaffolding solutions for a varied spectrum of applications. With 178 sales and logistics facilities in over 60 countries, Doka has a high-performing  distribution  network  for  advice,  customer  service  and  technical  support on the spot and ensures that equipment is swiftly provided – no matter how big and complex the project. Doka employs 6,800 people worldwide and is a company of the Umdasch Group, which has stood for reliability, experience and trustworthiness for more than 150 years.

As a customer-focused organization, Doka understands that its greatest assets are its employees, which is why Doka is consistently looking for talented professionals who are keen to develop their career in this challenging industry.

Doka North & Latin America (Doka NAMLAM)  is currently looking to recruit a Supply Quality Manager .The suitable candidate will play a pivotal role in driving continuous improvement across our procurement process, enhancing quality standards, promoting environmental compatibility, and optimizing productivity through collaborative efforts with our valued suppliers.

If you are passionate about your work, have an inner drive to succeed and a desire to learn and grow from your experience, this could be the perfect next challenge for you.

Reporting to the Head of Procurement NAMLAM, the position requires a proactive individual with strong commercial and financial acumen expertise to spearhead the establishment, processes, systems, and implementation of SQA and SQD.

You will be responsible for:

• Establishing Supplier QA and QC processes in alignment with procurement strategy
• Collaborating with strategic procurement teams to prioritize supplier development by product, improving quality, cost competitiveness, and supply reliability
• Evaluating new and existing supplier capabilities to ensure they meet product, cost, quality, capacity, and fulfilment requirements, as well as customer and internal system standards
• Approving products that meet required quality standards
• Implementing lean methodologies, supplier scorecards, and conduct supplier audits to drive compliance and continuous improvement, resolving issues systematically
• Monitoring supplier performance indicators, using scorecards and rankings, to enhance the supply base's ability to consistently meet or exceed expectations
• Fostering positive working relationships with Product Management and Engineering teams, managing supplier/engineering interactions, design changes, capacity studies, and new product introductions
• Achieving measurable results in supplier yield, field cost, field defect rate, supplier quality plan engagement, and corrective & preventative action closure
• Offering consultancy and coaching to procurement teams to enhance quality and manufacturing processes cost-effectively, reduce waste, introduce new products, and improve product design
• Providing technical expertise and leadership in sourcing and developing suppliers concerning technology, performance, quality, cost, logistics, and delivery
• Leading investigations into major problems and special projects, building strong working relationships with suppliers and the supply chain in product development and parts procurement
• Supporting new product launches by ensuring key milestones are met in collaboration with suppliers
• Defining process parameters and criteria in partnership with engineering to ensure supplier process capability meets product and process requirements

• Degree in Manufacturing or Engineering or equivalent education
• Minimum five years of experience in a similar role dealing with quality systems, customers and suppliers management, supplier development and audits
• Strong knowledge in Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (FMEA)
• Knowledge in manufacturing processes/standards, material standards/grades, certifications, testing standards, and welding standards and processes.
• Preferably good knowledge of structural/steel metal fabrication processes
• Fluent in Spanish & English, bilingual preferred
• Good understanding and interpretation of engineering drawings
• Statistical analytical skills and technical proficiency for quality processes
• Strong communication skills with concise and clarity to multiple stakeholder e.g. internal stakeholders, customers and suppliers
• Problem-solving skills and ability to manage multiple projects while adhering to strict deadlines and budgets
• Ability to work in a diverse and dynamic environment
• Willingness to travel and be mobile

Doka offers terrific career opportunities, competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Account, company paid life insurance, supplemental voluntary term life insurance, 401k retirement plan (Roth and Non-Roth), short-term disability, AFLAC policies, paid time off (sick/personal, vacation, floating holiday and company paid holidays) and an exciting opportunity to join Doka USA.

If joining an industry leader excites you, please submit your resume by clicking below.

If you have previously applied, it is not necessary to apply again.

Visit us on-line at www.dokausa.com for additional information on Doka USA, Ltd.

Doka is an Equal Opportunity Employer

A company of the Umdasch Group

Candidates must be authorized to work for any employer in the USA.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.