Director, Supplier Quality - (Wauwatosa, WI or York, PA)
Auto req ID: 48368
Title: Director, Supplier Quality - (Wauwatosa, WI or York, PA)
Job Function: Continuous Improvement and Quality
Location: PDC
Workplace Category:Onsite
Company: Harley-Davidson Motor Company
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Shift: SHIFT1
At Harley-Davidson, we are building more than machines. It’s our passion and commitment to continue the evolution of this storied brand, and heighten the desirability of the Harley-Davidson experience. To keep building our legend and leading our industry through innovation, evolution, and emotion we need the best and brightest talent. We stand for the timeless pursuit of adventure. Freedom for the soul. Are you ready to join us?
The Harley-Davidson Motor Company Product Development Center (PDC) located in Wauwatosa, WI is home to the mantra – You dream it. We build it. Harley-Davidson’s York Vehicle Operations (YVO) facility, located in York, Pennsylvania, is our final assembly plant. YVO also performs a variety of manufacturing operations, including fabrication, welding, polishing, and painting, and produces a wide range of current and replacement parts for all models. - Join our team as a Director, Supplier Quality
Job Summary
This role is responsible for the global supplier quality function of the Corporate Quality strategy and leads the center-led activities related to quality performance management, quality strategy development, problem prevention, detection, and elimination activities related to vehicle and part quality, across the global supply chain. This individual will act as the voice of the customer as it relates to quality and will be the subject matter expert and change agent to ensure delivery of premium quality to our customers. This individual will sit on a variety of forums and be an influential leader of continuous improvement.
Job Responsibilities
- Develop, refine, and implement the global supplier quality enterprise-wide quality strategy and facilitate cross-functional resources in support of the Quality Senior Leadership Group (QSLG) forum and initiatives.
- Demonstrate the ability to engage, motivate and energize employees at all levels through trust, credibility and collaboration that leads to cultural transformation including the ability to seek and develop alliances and partnerships across the organization to achieve business goals and improve overall performance.
- Lead cross-functional support and participation in product development process improvements related to supplier quality, development, and capabilities.
- Drive quality throughout the organization by integrating quality standards and common measures that strengthen/improve processes for business performance.
Education Requirements
Education Specifications
- Bachelor's Degree required
- Master's Degree preferred
Experience Requirements
Required
- Typically requires a minimum of 15 years related experience and 10 years of management experience.
- Demonstrated experience in leading a team/organization in successfully achieving business results.
- Demonstrated ability to lead change, influence others, and postulate a vision of the future.
- Proven experience and technical expertise in the areas of Quality, Product Development, and manufacturing, including one or more of the following examples: mechanical and vehicle assembly, electronics, routed systems, software, various forms of metal fabrication, machining, paint and coatings, as well as knowledge management and best practice implementation.
- Knowledge of key systems and processes within Manufacturing, Engineering, Purchasing, Quality, and Product Development.
Harley-Davidson is an equal opportunity employer that continues to build a culture of inclusion, belonging and equity through our commitment to attracting and retaining diverse talent from all backgrounds, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe in fairness and providing a level playing field for all. We foster a culture that thrives on diverse perspectives and contributions to ignite the creativity and innovation to fuel our business and enhance the employee and customer experience.
The pay range shown represents the national average pay range for this role. Your pay may be more or less than the stated range and is dependent on your geographic location and level of experience.
We offer an inclusive compensation package for all full-time salaried employees including, but not limited to, annual bonus programs, health insurance benefits, a 401k program, onsite fitness centers and employee stores, employee discounts on products and accessories, and more. Learn more about Harley-Davidson here.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.
Direct Reports: Yes
Travel Required: 25 - 50%
Pay Range: $160,100 - $240,200
Visa Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or visa transfer
Relocation: This position is eligible for domestic relocation assistance (within posted country)
Nearest Major Market: Milwaukee
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