Expert in supplier quality engineering within NPI projects and series production and proven professional in supply chain, operations and quality optimization. Comprehensive know-how and experience in using automotive core tools such as FMEA, 8D, APQP, PPAP, MSA or SPC and advanced knowledge in complex manufacturing technologies for mechanical components and systems such as forging, welding, assembly, coating, machining, casting, stamping, extrusion and injection molding. Ensuring best in class supplier performance and purchased part quality by effective industrialization management and tracking, using preventive quality tools and process validation methods. Developing relevant production process specifications considering compliance with regulations in regards to safety critical characteristics. Profound experience in highly regulated medical device, automotive and aviation industry working for Philips Medical Systems, Mercedes-Benz and Airbus. In-depth knowledge of regulations such as FDA 21 CFR part 820, ISO 13485, IATF 16949 or ISO 9001.Proven record of leading global new product development and introduction projects, supplier development projects, VDA 6.3 supplier audits, process improvement initiatives, lean six sigma and supplier task-force projects in high and low volume production environment. Excellent strategic and operational problem solving, task force and project management skills and ability to built strong partnerships with tier-n suppliers and internal stakeholders such as engineering, procurement, quality and production.Proven ability to bring academic research into practical problem solving.Graduate from Nordakademie Graduate School part-time program with a Master of Science in Industrial Engineering and Business Management.Certified Six Sigma Green Belt (TÜV) and VDA 6.3 Process Auditor.