Nexperia is a world-class company in semiconductor development and in-house production. A proven global player with an entrepreneurial mentality. At our core is an 13,000+ strong international network with a singular focus. Built on passion and commitment to our work, belief in our goals and a drive to succeed regardless of the challenges we face. We support, reward and challenge individuals equally, in a dynamic and energetic environment.
As an SQM Manager, you will lead and develop the site Supplier Quality Management team to ensure supplier performance consistently meets company and customer requirements. You will play a critical role in driving supplier quality excellence for Backend (BE) BOM materials and wafers, strengthening quality systems, and building strong supplier partnerships to support business growth and operational excellence.
What You Will Do
- Lead and develop the site SQM team to drive supplier quality performance and continuous improvement.
- Establish, implement, and enhance supplier quality management systems for BE BOM materials and wafers.
- Plan and conduct supplier audits, assessments, and qualification activities (ISO 9001, IATF 16949, VDA 6.3 where applicable).
- Drive supplier quality issue resolution, including defect analysis, root cause investigation, and corrective/preventive actions using 8D, RCA, and FMEA methodologies.
- Monitor and improve supplier KPIs such as quality incidents, PPM, yield performance, and Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ).
- Manage supplier change control processes, including ECN, material changes, process changes, and re-qualification activities.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Purchasing, R&D, Manufacturing, and Customer Quality teams to ensure stable and high-performing supplier operations.
- Support new supplier development, material qualification, and supplier risk management initiatives.
- Prepare and present supplier quality reports, dashboards, and improvement plans to management.
- Support customer audits, internal audits, and certification/regulatory audits as required.
- Travel to supplier sites when necessary to ensure effective quality management and development.
What You Will Need
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Materials Science, Electronics, or a related field.
- 8–12 years of experience in Quality or Supplier Quality, with at least 2–3 years in a supervisory or leadership role.
- Strong hands-on experience in supplier audits, quality system assessments, and supplier development.
- Solid knowledge of quality management systems such as ISO 9001, IATF 16949, and VDA 6.3.
- VDA 6.3 certification is an added advantage.
- Proficiency in core quality tools: 8D, FMEA, SPC, MSA, APQP, and PPAP.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and supplier negotiation skills.
- Effective leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
- Willingness and ability to travel to supplier sites as required.
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D&I Statement
As an equal-opportunity employer, Nexperia values diversity not just because it is the right thing to do but because diverse teams perform better. We are dedicated to being inclusive, and a proof point of this dedication is that we were the main partner of the very first Dutch Paralympic Team NL House during the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. Our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all, and we consider all applicants fairly, as well as providing a safe work environment and reasonable adjustments where requested.
In addition, we offer our colleagues the possibility to join employee resource groups such as the Pride Network Group or global and local Women's groups. Nexperia is committed to increasing women in management positions to 30% by 2030.
