Supplier Quality Engineer

Our client, a global organisation operating across the automotive and aerospace sectors, is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to support the onboarding, qualification and ongoing development of European suppliers.

This is a two-year fixed-term opportunity based in Aldershot with an option to go permanent, with hybrid working typically involving two days onsite and the remainder remotely. The role includes regular travel to suppliers across Europe, usually one to two trips per month.

Key Responsibilities

Supporting supplier onboarding through documentation reviews, process mapping and initial risk assessments

Contributing to supplier qualification activities, including remote and onsite audits, PPAP reviews and capability assessments

Monitoring supplier performance against PPM, delivery targets and audit findings

Escalating supplier risks and contributing to supplier development plans

Driving corrective and preventive actions with suppliers and internal stakeholders

Supporting customer complaint handling and the resolution of quality issues

Facilitating structured problem-solving activity using 8D, root cause analysis and corrective actions

Tracking quality issues through to closure and maintaining effective supplier relationships

Job

Requirements

Proven experience in supplier quality, supplier development or supplier quality assurance

Practical experience of supplier audits, performance management and continuous improvement

Confidence to challenge suppliers, uphold quality standards and drive measurable improvements

Strong understanding of 8D, root cause analysis and structured problem-solving techniques

Experience of ISO standards and quality management systems

Knowledge of PPAP, process capability assessments and supplier qualification procedures

Excellent communication, stakeholder management and supplier relationship management skills

Willingness and flexibility to travel regularly to European suppliers

Benefits:

Two-year fixed-term contract with potential for a permanent opportunity, subject to business requirements

Hybrid working arrangement based in Aldershot

Opportunity to support the development of a growing European manufacturing supply base

Exposure to automotive and aerospace supply chain environments

Professional development through supplier audits, quality improvement and international collaboration

Benefits package and performance-related bonus

If you are an experienced Supplier Quality Engineer with strong supplier management and problem-solving skills,

this is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a significant European supply chain development programme. Apply now to be considered