Global Team Leader Supplier Quality Management (f/m/d)

Heidelberg Materials - Material to build your future

Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest integrated manufacturers of building materials and solutions with leading market positions in cement, aggregates, and ready-mixed concrete. We are represented in more than 50 countries with around 51,000 employees at almost 3,000 locations.

At the centre of our actions lies the responsibility for the environment. As the front runner on the path to carbon neutrality and circular economy in the building materials industry, we are working on sustainable building materials and solutions for the future. We enable new opportunities for our customers through digitalisation.

For our Procurement Department, we are looking for a Global Team Lead Supplier Quality Management (f/m/d). As part of the Group Procurement function, you will lead Heidelberg Materials' Supplier Quality Management activities across all major spend categories, including CAPEX, OPEX, raw materials, services and operational procurement. Working closely with Global Category Management, Engineering, Operations and suppliers worldwide, you will play a key role in safeguarding quality, mitigating risks and driving operational excellence across our global supplier base.

The position is part of Heidelberg Materials' Group Procurement function and reports directly to the Head of Investment Project Procurement while maintaining a strong functional alignment with the Competence Center Cement (CCC). The position is based at Heidelberg Materials' headquarters in Heidelberg, Germany, and offers close collaboration with international stakeholders across our global organization.

For tomorrow - for a common future

YOUR NEXT CHALLENGE

• Shape and lead Heidelberg Materials' global Supplier Quality Management strategy and governance framework.
• Build and develop a global Supplier Quality network together with our Global Sourcing Offices and regional procurement teams across Europe, India and China.
• Establish and continuously improve supplier qualification, audit, inspection and supplier performance management processes.
• Drive supplier development initiatives and support strategic suppliers in achieving world-class quality performance.
• Partner with Procurement, Engineering and Operations to identify quality risks, improve supplier performance and strengthen our global supply base.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence across the global supply chain.

Commitment that pays off

YOUR PROFILE

• Degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• Extensive experience in Supplier Quality, Manufacturing Quality, Supplier Development or Industrial Operations.
• Proven leadership experience in an international and multicultural environment.
• Proven experience conducting supplier audits, manufacturing assessments, FATs and equipment inspections.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes such as fabrication, welding, machining, casting and assembly, as well as industrial quality management systems.
• Demonstrated success in supplier development and implementation of quality improvement initiatives.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication and influencing skills.
• Ability to combine hands-on quality expertise with strategic process development and leadership.
• Fluent English and willingness to travel internationally.

What makes the Heidelberg Materials Group interesting?

OUR OFFER

We are convinced that only those who successfully realize their personal goals can also fully contribute professionally. That's why we offer you attractive benefits, such as:

• Flexible working time models with up to 50% remote working within Germany
• 30 vacation days plus additional special vacation days
• Attractive compensation with profit share/bonus , Christmas, and vacation payment
• Multiple learning & development options: support of job-related further training, various technical and leadership development programs
• JobTicket, JobBike and further special conditions and discounts for e.g., gyms
• Company fitness room , various sports classes, health, and prevention campaigns
• Individual onboarding with buddy program as well as various networking initiatives (Network of Women, International Network etc.)
• Modern headquarters next to the river Neckar with ergonomic workplaces and height-adjustable desks
• Canteen with discounted and healthy meals
• Bicycle and underground parking with charging stations - for e-bike and car

... and much more.

Contact

We believe in the power of diverse teams and therefore welcome applications from all people - regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion/belief, disability, age, as well as sexual orientation and identity.

Please apply online. If you have any questions, please contact us:

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