KOSTAL develop and produce technologically advanced electronic, electromechanical and mechatronic products for major industrial organizations. The Group has 46 locations world-wide in 21 countries on four continents, with a work-force of about 19.000 people (79% in foreign countries), ensuring competent and flexible service on a local basis. The KOSTAL Group is divided into four main Business Divisions: Automotive Electrical Systems, Industrial Electronics, Connectors, Test Technology (SOMA) and Solar Electric.

For our production plant in Bulgaria city Pazardzhik we are looking to hire:

Supplier Developer/Purchasing Department Main responsibilities: Full responsibility for KPIs in managed area. Personal responsibility for quality development of main local suppliers (will be defined in agreement with a purchasing manager). Personal involvement in high escalations of quality issues caused by external and intracompany suppliers with the main focus on immediate improvement, elimination of root causes and charge back of linked costs. Cooperation with EPC (= East European Purchasing Centre) in seeking for potential suppliers in area of south-eastern Europe. Auditing of suppliers according VDA 6.3

Main activities: Developing of suppliers, Auditing of suppliers according VDA 6.3

Requirements for position: Bachelor’s degree in Economics or Engineering. Experience in automotive industry and in quality management. Previous experience in similar position will be considered a strong advantage. Knowledge about quality standards: ISO 9000-family; IATF 16949; VDA 6.3; Certificate for auditor will be considered a strong advantage. Understanding of: Automotive core tools and methods (MSA, SPC, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, APQP, Control Plan); Customer-Specific requirements; Process management and process oriented approach; Documentation of a Management System; Quality planning; Supplier management; Customer satisfaction and complaint management; Quality Management system concepts; Evaluation and Improvement of a Quality management system; Measurement and controlling of processes with KPI's; Continuous Improvement; Root cause analysis (5-Why, Ishikawa etc.). Excellent communication skills in Bulgarian and English language. Computer skills: MS Office, Praxis in usage of SAP system is welcome. General technical overview, ability to read drawings and willingness to learn new technologies. Flexible, willing to travel and prepared for a short term work abroad.

We offer: An Excellent opportunity to grow with us and develop your career. A Dynamic and rapidly growing global company. Great and supporting working environment. Competitive salary related to targets achieved. Long-term career opportunity in a multinational company. Company transport;

If you are interested in this opening please send your detailed CV in English. All applications will be treated with strict confidentiality. Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.