Manager, Materials Quality, Management Strategy

1. Behavioral Competencies
• Build trust and strategic work Relationships with leadership team, cross-function and external partners
• Build Good communication and teamwork with external/internal stakeholders
• Solid negotiation skills and superior ability to influence areas outside of direct control
• Business acumen in channel distribution, gross sales, sell-out performance margin, profit and inventory.
• Engaged and committed team-mate; able to successfully operate in areas of uncertainty and ambiguity.
• Result-driven and strong motivation to succeed; self-starter and quick learner; calm and efficient under pressure
2. Functional Competencies
• Strong knowledge of:
- Material manufacturing processes (mills, laminations, coatings, polymer, leather etc.)
- Industry quality standards and project management
• Proven experience in supplier quality management and capability building
• Demonstrated ability to lead risk management and root cause problem-solving
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable quality improvements
• Experience working in cross-functional and matrix organizations
• Effective stakeholder management and influencing skills at regional/global level