Sqm Electronic Architect

Tasks We are looking for you to support our area “Automotive Central Functions” at the location Frankfurt am Main or Regensburg. As a “SQM Electronic Architect (M/F/diverse)” your tasks will focus on the following activities: In line with Continental Global Quality understanding "Quality First", strive and drive zero defect requirement within the organization and to the supplier base. Key interface as SQM coordination with regards to component and supplier strategy at early project phase (e.g., at G10) Joint investigation with engineering architecture team on market benchmark and development of future trends from our suppliers (e.g. high performance computing, cloud services) Active role in white spot analysis in our existing supplier panel Participate in the suppliers’ innovation and technology roadmap review in line with the strategy from central engineering & organization Deploy lessons learned / read across from the global category into the early phase of projects architecture (and vice versa) Assuring robust quality requirements are deployed throughout supplier's supply chain integration concepts. Ensure best in class "consistent and sustainable" supplier quality performance by early active involvement in supplier and technology identification & releases **Qualifications**: Master degree in electronics/electrical engineering (or related) with several years of professional experience preferably in the automotive industry Understanding of automotive practices such as APQP/PPAP/VDA6.3/IATF16949 Good interpersonal and communication skills to interact with different levels of people, including suppliers and customers. Able to lead and manage improvement projects, incl. meetings internally and with suppliers Very good German and English language skills (written and spoken). Able to work independently and travel frequently (e.g., 25%). Applications from severely handicapped people are welcome. What we offer We want our employees to do well with us. That's why we offer them not only an exciting job in an international technology group, but also numerous additional offers such as flexible and hybrid working, sabbaticals and other benefits. Click here to find out more. **Benefits**: Mitarbeiterberatung Gesundheitsangebote Verpflegungszuschuss Kantine Flexible Arbeitszeiten Altersversorgung Kostenlose Rechtsberatung Eltern-Kind Büro About us Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation. In 2021, Continental generated sales of €33.8 billion and currently employs more than 190,000 people in 58 countries and markets. On October 8, 2021, the company celebrated its 150th anniversary. Keyfacts Job-ID 229538BR Function Einkauf Nice to know Continentals Spezialisten aus unterschiedlichen Disziplinen treiben den Trend des Automatisierten Fahrens mit aller Innovationskraft voran. App. w. professional exp.