Your ResponsibilitiesSelect and approve suppliers together with Purchasing in line with PALFINGER standards, including the conclusion of quality assurance agreementsIntroduce and further develop suppliers regarding PALFINGER processes and quality requirements, including the definition of inspection and test plansPlan and support prototypes, first samples and pre-series phases, ensuring robust quality assurance measures for new products and relocation projectsConduct supplier audits (e.g. according to EN ISO 9001) and coordinate systematic process improvements between PALFINGER and external suppliersManage supplier-related complaints and warranty cases, including root cause analysis, definition and follow-up of corrective actions as well as monitoring of supplier quality KPIsYour QualificationsTechnical education in mechanical or electrical engineering (e.g. HTL, technical college, master craftsman) or comparable qualificationSeveral years of professional experience in quality management/quality assurance, ideally in the metalworking industry and in collaboration with suppliersSound knowledge of QM methods and tools (e.g. APQP, 8D, 5Why, Ishikawa) and advantageously training as quality system manager and/or lead auditorVery good English skills in spoken and written form; confident use of SAP and MS Office as well as strong intercultural and communication skillsHigh assertiveness and willingness to travel up to approx. 50% (primarily within Europe, occasional worldwide trips).What We OfferFlexible working hours with no core time and possibility to work from home on a regular basisFurther training and international career opportunitiesCorporate health management "PALfit"Company restaurant with freshly prepared meals and daily meal subsidyJob ticket for travel to and from PALFINGERNumerous employee discounts through Corporate BenefitsAre you interested in the position and still have questions? Please do not hesitate to contact us. Minimum yearly gross salary according to the Austrian metal industry collective agreement is EUR 60.962,30 based on full-time employment. Depending on your qualifications and professional experience, we offer a significant overpayment.