Supplier Quality Manager

Senior Project Manager – Supplier APQP

Location: Braine-l’Alleud, Belgium (with travel across Europe, up to 50%)

Contract: Fixed-term, extension possible

Languages: English required

About the Role

We are looking for a Senior Project Manager/Quality Manager to lead supplier readiness for new automotive product launches across Europe. This is a hands-on role, combining project management with supplier quality and process assurance, from supplier nomination through to 90 days after start of production.

The company is a leading European automotive supplier working with major OEMs and producing high-quality components for mechanical, electrical, and assembly applications. You will manage suppliers, coordinate cross-functional teams, and ensure all APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning) deliverables are completed on time and to the required quality standards.

This role requires up to 50% travel to supplier sites across Europe. Days in Belgium will focus on reporting, planning, and aligning with internal teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the full APQP lifecycle from concept to production launch
• Develop and maintain APQP timing plans aligned with customer milestones
• Coordinate cross-functional teams (Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Purchasing)
• Monitor supplier readiness, perform audits, evaluate risks, and follow up on corrective actions
• Facilitate key APQP deliverables, including: PFMEA, Control Plans, MSA, SPC, and PPAP submissions
• Monitor and mitigate project risks, support production ramp-up, and lead launch readiness reviews
• Communicate regularly with suppliers and internal teams on progress, issues, and actions

Requirements

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent
• 5–10+ years of experience in Automotive, mechanical manufacturing, tooling, or assembly line preparation
• Proven project management and quality management experience
• Supplier auditing experience (VDA 6.3 advantage)

Technical Skills:

• APQP & Automotive Core Tools (FMEA, MSA, SPC, Control Plans)
• PPAP & Customer Submission processes
• Project Management tools (MS Project, Primavera, Smartsheet)
• Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Competencies:

• Strong personality, integrity, and ethics
• Proactive, autonomous, adaptable, and flexible
• Excellent cross-functional leadership and communication skills
• Risk management and problem-solving abilities

Languages:

• English (required)
• Other languages are a plus

Why This Opportunity?

You will work on high-visibility automotive projects with suppliers across Europe, collaborating closely with engineering, quality, and manufacturing teams. This role offers both technical and project leadership challenges in a dynamic automotive environment, with exposure to major OEM product launches.