Supplier Quality Manager

Autoliv United States • Auburn Hills, MI

2d

About The Position

Autoliv's primary goal is to Save More Lives. Our products never get a second chance. This is why we can never compromise on quality. We are working to increase vehicle safety by developing seatbelts, airbags and steering wheels and you can be part of our team as Supplier Quality Manager.
What you’ll do:
Lead and develop the Supplier Quality team supporting safety critical automotive components.
Own supplier qualification, performance management, and continuous improvement activities.
Drive supplier quality KPIs including NCM, audit performance, and TNQC
Ensure effective supplier APQP, PPAP, and launch readiness for new programs and engineering changes.
Lead supplier issue containment, root cause analysis, and corrective actions using 8D, and structured problem-solving methods.
Plan and execute supplier audits to ensure compliance with IATF 16949, CQI standards, and customer-specific requirements.
Act as the primary quality escalation point for supplier-related risks, including customer incidents and field issues.
Partner with Purchasing, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Program teams to align sourcing and quality risk decisions.
What you’ll need:
Engineering Degree (Industrial, Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics, Aerospace or similar).
5+ years of related experience
Knowledge of IATF 16949
Negotiation Skills
People Skills (Soft Skills)
Leadership
Good Communication
English language proficiency is required
Spanish or Mandarin knowledge are considered a plus
We will be more than glad to chat with you about your experience and your career goals.
In our international work setting, you will find a range of opportunities that are designed to enhance your career and personal development. Including new and different perspectives is part of what ensures the team’s success. We are committed to develop people’s skills, knowledge and creative potential. Our training and development programs emphasize technical competency, leadership development and business management skill.
More lives saved – more life lived!
What’s in it for you:
•Attractive compensation package
•Flexible Options (schedule, etc)
•Recognition awards, company events, family events, university discount options and many more perks.
•Gender Pay Equality
Autoliv is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Autoliv does not discriminate in any aspect of employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identify and/or expression, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where Autoliv does business.

Requirements

• Engineering Degree (Industrial, Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics, Aerospace or similar).
• 5+ years of related experience
• Knowledge of IATF 16949
• Negotiation Skills
• People Skills (Soft Skills)
• Leadership
• Good Communication
• English language proficiency is required

Nice To Haves

• Spanish or Mandarin knowledge are considered a plus

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Supplier Quality team supporting safety critical automotive components.
• Own supplier qualification, performance management, and continuous improvement activities.
• Drive supplier quality KPIs including NCM, audit performance, and TNQC
• Ensure effective supplier APQP, PPAP, and launch readiness for new programs and engineering changes.
• Lead supplier issue containment, root cause analysis, and corrective actions using 8D, and structured problem-solving methods.
• Plan and execute supplier audits to ensure compliance with IATF 16949, CQI standards, and customer-specific requirements.
• Act as the primary quality escalation point for supplier-related risks, including customer incidents and field issues.
• Partner with Purchasing, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Program teams to align sourcing and quality risk decisions.

Benefits

• Attractive compensation package
• Flexible Options (schedule, etc)
• Recognition awards, company events, family events, university discount options and many more perks.
• Gender Pay Equality

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level