Supplier Quality Director AMO

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Delivery the SQ Strategy for GKN Automotive within the region. Support the development and cascade a clear vision for GKN Supplier Quality. Lead inspire and communicate to internal and external leaders across the organisation. Develop a talent plan and implement it to ensure the right capabilities are in place to align to and deliver on business and Quality strategic imperatives. Support the development of GKN Automotive Supplier Quality Standards to automotive industry norms. Lead development projects of IT tools to support best practice. Monitor and report Key Performance Indicators to ensure all projects are delivered on cost and no time to the highest quality standards. Ensure Health, Safety and Environmental issues are prioritized and drive continuous improvement across all Supplier Quality related areas of the business in line with the strategy.

Key Responsibilities 1 • Responsibility for Supplier Quality activities for GKN Automotive with a region AP/EUR/AMO 2 • Implement best practice Supplier Quality Vision, Strategy, policies processes and procedures to aid and improve business performance 3 • Evaluate the challenges faced by the business and act to mitigate risks and development opportunities 4 • Contribute to overall business strategy and annual budget process 5 • Drive any necessary culture change and improvement in business performance to deliver strategic goals 6 • Actively lead in the reduction Supplier Quality PPB's, Complaints, Warranty, recovery of Costs of non quality 7 • Ensure flawless programme launch for new programme launches with a region AP/EUR/AMO 8 • Support the development of a suite of world class IT Tools that support business processes 9 • Contribute to new business initiatives and projects 10 • Provide leadership to supplier quality teams - Coach, mentor and develop direct reports and manage high performing team that delivers continuous improvement, added value and cost reductions

Essential Qualifications & Experience BA/MS in Mechanical Engineer or related field and a minimum of 10 years quality management experience at director level or above with multi site responsibility. Appropriate qualification in supplier quality / quality management Considerable and diverse experience of leading a Supplier Quality function with a proven track record in strategic quality leadership Proven project management and quality experience Knowledge and technical understanding of automotive processes, components and manufacturing techniques Experience of operating and influencing at a strategic level Ability to add value, reduce costs and make business improvements

Values & Behaviours

Ingenious: Manages complexity Makes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems. For example, asks questions to encourage others to think differently and enrich their analyses of complex situations. Accurately defines the key elements of complex, ambiguous situations. Ingenious: Driving continuous improvement Knows the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement. For example, encourages and rewards continuous improvement and quality outcomes. Equips others to handle day-to-day tasks effectively on their own. Integrates systems to improve quality and service. Ingenious: Effective decision making Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. For example, consistently demonstrates strong judgment; may be sought out by others for expertise and guidance. Takes smart, independent action in urgent and non-routine situations, knows when to escalate for others' involvement. Collaborative: Builds high performing teams Builds strong-identity teams that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals. For example, mentors others on how to build effective teams; takes actions to correct dysfunctional teams. Ensures that the team has the right mix of skills; leverages individual strengths effectively. Collaborative: Emotional intelligence Relates openly and comfortably with diverse groups of people. For example, picks up on group interpersonal dynamics and finds ways to work effectively within these parameters; resolves difficult interpersonal situations within the team; works to build greater group harmony. Coaches team members on interpersonal skills. Principled: Accountability Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments. For example, helps team hold each other accountable for goals, adherence to policies and procedures. Tracks team metrics and milestones, redirecting effort, as necessary, for continued progress. Principled: Communicates effectively Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. For example, engages diverse groups by communicating in a way that matches each group's preferences. Listens carefully and probes beneath the surface to gain richer insight on others' views. Principled: Manages stakeholders Anticipates and balances the needs of multiple stakeholders. For example, shares stakeholder feedback while inspiring others to consistently seek input and learn from their internal and external stakeholders. Promotes an environment of high ethical standards and cross-cultural sensitivity in working with all stakeholders. Driven: Prioritisation Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals. For example, stays focused on plans and improvises in response to changes, including risks and contingencies. Aligns own team's work with other workgroups'. Looks ahead to determine and obtain needed resources to complete plans. Driven: Customer focus Builds strong customer relationships and delivers customer-centric solutions. For example, digs deeply into customer feedback and drives the innovations that can enable the organization to better meet customers' future needs. Frequently adjusts approach to ensure customer needs are met and to improve service. Skills

Supplier Management Applies expertise to act as the organizational authority on managing vendors so that they deliver the best possible results given available resources. Procurement Quality Management Uses comprehensive knowledge and skills to act independently while guiding and training others on the design, implementation and management of quality control systems for procurement processes. Creative Problem Solving Operates as a recognized expert to find practical solutions for unexpected client problems. Typically known as a subject matter authority. Policy and procedures Uses expertise to act as the organizational authority on developing, monitoring, interpreting and understanding policies and procedures, while making sure they match organizational strategies and objectives. Review and Reporting Uses expertise to acts as the organizational authority on reviewing and creating relevant, lucid and effective reports. Risk Management Applies expertise to act as the organizational authority on identifying, assessing, prioritizing and managing risks. Workflow Management Operates as a recognized expert to orient work in a workflow to plan, organize, and execute the steps it takes to achieve a goal to achieve higher efficiencies. Typically known as a subject matter authority. Project Change Management Applies expertise to serve as the organizational authority on identifying, managing and controlling project-related changes.