Head of SCM Quality

Key Responsibilities
Lead regional supplier quality teams, aligning strategies with Voith Hydro’s
renewable energy objectives.
Qualify and release suppliers via audits; monitor certifications and ensure
compliance with Voith Hydro requirements.
Drive preventive quality measures and follow up on supplier development
activities (e.g., PFMEAs).
Manage supplier performance through KPIs, initiate corrective actions, and
block/release suppliers based on defined criteria.
Plan and coordinate inspections and FATs at supplier facilities; report
results to project quality teams.
Support cost optimization initiatives (OPEX, Lean) and integrate quality
requirements into sourcing strategies and schedules.
Participate in key supplier meetings (e.g., KoM) providing quality input;
conduct process audits and data-driven verifications.
Capture lessons learned and implement improvements in the management system.

Qualifications
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or
related field.
Minimum 7 years of experience in supply chain quality management, ideally in
renewable energy or industrial sectors.
Proven leadership experience managing international teams.
Strong knowledge of ISO standards, supplier audits, and lean methodologies.
Excellent communication and intercultural skills; fluent in English
(additional languages a plus).
Willingness to travel internationally.