STA Manager - Production Approval

This role manages the team of engineers based in region for new model quality and delivery of suppliers production parts.
Working with internal stakeholders and supplier representatives to ensure JLR GSR requirements are met. Upfront support with concept/design failure mode avoidance (DFMEA & PFMEA). From engineering release completing PPAP checklists, supporting checking fixture and gauge design strategy and confirming suppliers initial control plan. Ensuring tools are in home location to support programme timings. Supporting production trial runs once tools are in home location, and confirming part quality and dimensional status from trial runs.

Main responsibilities:

• Manage supplier process and part development and introduction to support delivery of excellent quality and on time launch of vehicle projects
• Manage and continually challenge supplier performance for new model production preparation which supply production parts into our vehicle plants
• Manage productive relationships with internal stakeholder and suppliers representatives to ensure all supplier manufacturing process related APQP deliverables are met
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to maximize Supplier Technical Assistance influence and ensure alignment with Purchasing and CCDS processes and policy
• Lead and develop the ongoing capability of all team members and associated department processes and activities to maximize efficiency and effectiveness
• Undertake any other work as directed by their line manager in connection with their job as may be requested

Requirements:

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or engineering gained at management level
• A proven leadership track record in a manufacturing or technical environment
• Broad experience of managing external stakeholder and supplier relationship management
• Excellent stakeholder management and relationship management skills and experience
• Able to manage and execute complex projects on time and within budget
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to converse at all levels of the organization and with external

suppliers/customers

• Relevant degree or equivalent experience preferred