Qualification & Development Specialist / Technical Interface to Engineering (Human)

Your Impact on Innovation and Production
In Supply Chain Management, you ensure everything is available at the right time, in perfect quality, and at fair prices. Whether it's production materials, development projects, or services, you're making ideas come to life. You'll keep an eye on things like procurement, coordinating material flows, optimizing processes, and building strong relationships with suppliers. Working closely with teams from logistics, development, and sales, you actively shape what drives our company forward. Our logistics team keeps things moving: you ensure that all materials are reliably transported—from sourcing to the delivery of finished robots. Whether it's between our locations or to customers around the world, logistics keeps everything running smoothly. If you’re eager to take on responsibility, find solutions, and celebrate successes with a dynamic team, this is the place for you.
Metzingen
from today
Your mission & challenges
You have an eye for detail, understand manufacturing processes, and are always looking for the best solution? Then bring your ideas to the table and help us develop suppliers, products, and processes together.
**Your main tasks include**:
**Supplier Qualification**:
Conduct audits for initial qualification and periodic re-evaluation of suppliers
Assess the quality capabilities and technical competencies of potential suppliers
Support supplier selection in close cooperation with Purchasing and Engineering
**Supplier Development**:
Drive continuous improvement initiatives at supplier sites
Identify and implement corrective actions in case of quality or performance deviations
Monitor supplier performance through KPIs (e.g., on-time delivery, complaint rate) and initiate improvement plans
**Technical Interface to Engineering**:
Collaborate closely with engineering during the design phase to ensure manufacturable and cost-effective drawings
Advise design teams on economically viable production methods at suppliers
Contribute to “Design-to-Cost” strategies during new product development
**Cost Optimization**:
Identify cost-saving opportunities by involving suppliers early in the product development process
Support make-or-buy decisions based on technical feasibility and cost efficiency
What we can look forward to
Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a similar technical field
Several years of professional experience in quality, engineering, procurement, or production, ideally with supplier interaction
Strong ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
Solid understanding of manufacturing processes (e.g., machining, sheet metal, plastics) and their cost implications
What you can look forward to
Creative Freedom and Agility
Enjoy a dynamic, self-reliant work culture with flat hierarchies, flexible hours, and 30 vacation days. Ideal for those seeking an inspiring professional setting, whether you're starting out or an experienced exec.
Passion for Winning
A passionate and highly skilled team of international experts aiming to redefine robot assistants.
Attractive Compensation
Enjoy a competitive salary package along with exclusive employee discounts.
One Team
Whether it's a summer party or company town hall meetings, we celebrate our successes together.
Professional Growth
Support for your personal and professional development, access to the Udemy training platform, and more.
Contacts
Andreas Fischer
Our values. The cornerstones of our success.
STRONGER TOGETHER
We are a team. We strive to achieve great things by promoting the success of our colleagues and partners.
PASSION DRIVES US
We strive for technological progress in order to give people back their valuable time for enjoyable activities.
MAKING A CHANGE
We strive to revolutionize the world of robotics by pushing the boundaries of technology every day.
TRUST AND HONESTY
We live a high level of appreciation through open communication and transparency.
WE SPEED THINGS UP
We do our best to always be two steps ahead. We achieve this through empowerment, freedom of action and personal responsibility.
WE ARE HUMAN
People are at the center of everything we do.
Our Location
**Headquarters**: Innovate in Riederich, Live in Metzingen and Stuttgart
Our headquarters in Riederich is the heart of our company. It's not just home to our offices, but also our production facilities, Academy, logistics, and Tech Labs—all working together to turn ideas into reality. Riederich itself is a small, peaceful town, just a kilometer away from Metzingen, a city with its own unique character. Metzingen is globally renowned as Outlet City, attracting visitors from all over the world. Here, you can enjoy exclusive designer stores in a relaxed and charming setting. The city also offers a variety of restaurants, cafés, and a down-to-earth Swabian coziness—perfect for unwinding after work.