Supplier Developer in Purchasing - Processes (m/f/d)

Liebherr-Aerospace Lindenberg GmbHLindenberg im AllgäuArbeitsagenturpublished 08/21/2026
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Supplier Developer in Purchasing - Processes (m/f/d)

These are your tasks:

  • Ensuring the quality planning of suppliers, including evaluation and their compliance
  • Coordination and monitoring of approval activities by the specialist departments
  • Conducting supplier audits to identify deviations and potential for improvement, as well as initiating and following up on corrective actions
  • Responsibility for the approval and extension of suppliers in the areas of surface treatment, coatings, and heat treatment
  • Participation in the further development of strategically important suppliers as well as ensuring delivery capability with regard to quality and On-Time Performance (OTP)
  • Acceptance of First Article Inspections (FAIs)
  • Conducting error and root cause analyses as well as initiating sustainable corrective and preventive actions
  • Collaboration in purchasing projects, such as the implementation of APQP methods within the Supply Chain One Passion.

What you bring to the role:

  • Completed degree in the field of surface technology, materials science, mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or similar qualification (e.g., state-certified electroplater with relevant professional experience)
  • Ideally, good knowledge in at least one of the commodities surface treatment, coatings, or heat treatment
  • Knowledge of APQP including its components (FAI, FMEA, ...) as well as in auditing (including additional qualification) is desirable
  • Previous knowledge of official aviation regulations is an advantage
  • Good knowledge of MS Office programs
  • Business fluent English
  • Analytical and solution-oriented way of working
  • Initiative and assertiveness
  • High willingness to travel

Contact: Sabine Waizbauer +49 8381 46-7416 Sabine.waizbauer@liebherr.com

Apply online now: liebherr.karriere.com

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