Supplier Development Engineer

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Embarking on a new role within Marelli means taking on new challenges and seizing the opportunity to make a bigger, better, bolder impact

We're pioneers of the future of mobility. Our story is built on innovation and manufacturing excellence. Every day, we drive change and co-create what comes next. Our purpose is simple yet ambitious: "Let's push the boundaries together. We aspire to shape future mobility dreams and turn them into reality."

Joining the Marelli Lighting team means becoming a part of something bigger, a place where you can explore your potential, pioneer innovation

As a global yet fast-evolving company, we are always looking to grow and evolve our talents.

We are looking for a Supplier Development Engineer to join the Purchasing of Lighting team, reporting directly to the SDE Manager, China
 

This position is based at our office in Wuhu
 

As the Supplier Development Engineer at Marelli, you will be responsible/support/elevate as

• Support R&D, Project Buyer and Development Team in Supplier selection of new buy components from external supplier and all sourcing phases
• Act as "One-voice" towards Suppliers across all involved Divisions
• Ensure supply risk analysis evaluation in the early project phase
• Participate to Technical Analysis and validate suppliers solutions in terms of Quality, Technical/ Process, Capability and Timing; in line with the project team
• Ensure lessons learned application through feasibility commitment and Technical Analysis approval.

• Bachelor's degree (or above) in Industrial sectors (electrical/electronic engineering, materials engineering, Physics or equivalent, preferable in the area of Plastic components
•  fluent English (written, spoken)
•  Minimum 5 years in industrial sector, with at least 2 years in quality field; professional experience in automotive industry preferred. Experience in supplier quality field is highly appreciated
• Able to negotiate and convince, able to manage meetings
• Perfect knowledge in approaching new component development: supplier selection, Requirements definition, Advance Product Quality Planning, verification of production capacity, Initial Samples Control Reports validation, Production Part Approval Process; experience in Process Audit (qualified Auditor license according to VDA 6.3 is preferred)

• Teamwork spirit
• Analysis and synthesis skills, ability to propose solutions and take responsibilities/ownership, bear up to pressure, deal with suppliers Management
• Travel availability (30–50%)

About Us: 

Marelli is one of the world's leading global independent suppliers to the automotive sector, with a strong and established track record in innovation and manufacturing excellence. Our goal is to change the future of mobility by working with our customers and partners to create a safer, greener, and more connected world.

Our team supplies all major automotive manufacturers in Asia, Europe, and North and South America and the top racing teams in motorsport world championships. Our technology is purpose-driven and meticulously designed to deliver tangible value that truly matters to our customers. 

Our business areas are automotive lighting and sensing, thermal solutions, electronics, green technology solutions, interior experience, propulsion solutions (e-powertrain and powertrain), ride dynamics, motorsport, and aftermarket business. 

Within the walls of Marelli, we believe in enabling people to do their best work. Our cultural attributes - Drive Results, Accountable, Entrepreneurial, Inclusive, Innovative, and Aware - are the cornerstones of a new Marelli culture. Be part of it

At Marelli, we believe in the importance of diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We are committed to nurturing talent in our diverse environment, and we take pride in our various employee resource groups, such as Marelli Women, Brains & Hearts Wellbeing, All Cultures, and Marelli's Rainbow. We believe these groups foster creativity and innovation through the unique perspectives of a multicultural community.