MISSIONGENERAL FUNCTIONSEnsure that the supplier quality system meets with Ficosa requirements. To audit and evaluate new suppliers, determining whether they have the tools, the organization and the required level of quality to be a part of the Ficosa suppliers' optimum panel.Ensure supplier integration into the Ficosa System (Ficosa Development System-FDS, Ficosa Purchasing System- FPS).Main manager for the Components Approval Process, following APQP and reporting it to the project team.Participate in Kick-Off Meetings with suppliers.Meet program milestones regarding validation & approval components.Ensure design feasibility through CRTs & Drawings & guarantee process capability (quality & quantity).Evaluate development performance of suppliers' initial samples (ISQ-Initial Samples Quotation used for IMI calculation) for the region.Participate in Supplier Performance Review meetings and lead all activities that will be assigned.Develop suppliers for them to reach the quality levels required by Ficosa.Manage all assigned supplier problems that escalate, regardless of the countries where they arise.Report all BSC KPIs related to Suppliers Quality Performance.Observe Ficosa's Code of Ethics to avoid fraudulent practices. Comply with Information Security Management System (ISMS) applicable to the job, along with the training related thereto.Actively cooperate in maintaining, promoting and improving the OHSE and Quality department.(*) The duties described are only the most typical of this position and are in no way a comprehensive list.POSITION REQUIREMENTS**Academic background**:Bachelor's degree in engineering**Languages**:Fluent local language & Fluent English (spoken & written)**Experience**:Minimum of 2 years as a Project STA or in a SQI positionOTHER SPECIFICATIONS**Additional training**:Specialized in Quality would be of additional value**Additional experience**:Experience in other functions (engineering or productions) would be of additional value