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Veghel, Noord-Brabant, Nederland
Hybrid
Are you passionate about driving supplier quality, preventing issues before they occur, and building strong partnerships with suppliers? Do you thrive in an environment where you can influence stakeholders, drive continuous improvement, and make a lasting impact on product quality? Do you enjoy being the person who turns challenges into opportunities for improvement? Then keep reading.
As a Specialist Quality Assurance Engineer, you will take ownership of supplier quality performance within your assigned category and play a key role in ensuring that Vanderlande’s products, systems, and services consistently meet the highest standards. Working closely with Category Managers, Project Execution teams, Technology departments, and suppliers across the globe, you will drive supplier development initiatives, lead audits, solve complex quality challenges, and shape long-term quality strategies that directly contribute to business success.
You are someone who enjoys building relationships and influencing stakeholders at all levels, both internally and externally. Combining a strong analytical mindset with a proactive and hands-on approach, you are able to translate data, audit outcomes, and operational insights into meaningful improvement actions. Rather than simply reacting to issues, you focus on identifying risks early, preventing recurring problems, and creating sustainable solutions that deliver lasting results.
Within our international Quality Assurance team, you will act as a trusted quality partner and ambassador, collaborating with colleagues, suppliers, and global quality communities to continuously improve processes, strengthen supplier performance, and enhance product reliability. You will have the opportunity to make a real impact by driving improvements across the supply chain while contributing to Vanderlande’s commitment to becoming Every Day Better.
If you are passionate about quality, enjoy taking ownership, and thrive in an environment where you can influence change, build strong partnerships, and make a tangible impact on global operations, this could be the next exciting step in your career.
As a Specialist Quality Assurance Engineer, you will be responsible for developing and executing supplier quality strategies while supporting continuous improvement across the supply chain. Your responsibilities include:
Developing supplier quality strategies together with Category Managers for assigned supplier categories
Taking ownership of supplier performance management, including monitoring KPIs and driving continuous improvements
Managing Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCARs) and leading Supplier Development Programs
Conducting supplier audits and internal process audits, acting as Lead Auditor where applicable
Applying structured problem-solving methodologies such as 8D and Root Cause Analysis to resolve supplier-related quality issues
Supporting Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) activities and product release validations
Establishing and improving quality processes for third-party suppliers responsible for design, production, and installation activities
Participating in quality release plans, site acceptance tests, supplier visits, and quality reviews
Reporting findings in a clear, fact-based manner and presenting improvement opportunities to key stakeholders
Acting as a Quality Ambassador and contributing to the continuous development of Vanderlande's global quality standards and best practices
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Technical Business Administration, or a related technical field
Minimum of 6 years of relevant experience in a strategic quality, supplier quality, or continuous improvement role
Experience working with international management systems and quality standards such as ISO 9001 and NEN-EN1090
Experience with supplier audits and/or internal process audits
Familiarity with LEAN, Six Sigma, PPAP, 8D, and continuous improvement methodologies
Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify trends, determine root causes, and drive sustainable solutions
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Fluent in English, both written and spoken
Willingness to travel occasionally to supplier locations
You should apply when
You enjoy building relationships and influencing stakeholders across different levels and cultures
You are passionate about quality and continuous improvement
You have a proactive mindset and naturally take ownership of challenges
You are comfortable working independently while also collaborating within an international team
You can translate data and audit findings into meaningful improvement actions
You take pride in preventing quality issues rather than simply reacting to them
What we offer
In the challenging and impactful position of Specialist Quality Assurance Engineer, you will have the opportunity to shape supplier quality performance and contribute directly to the success of Vanderlande's global projects. You will work in a professional, international, and collaborative environment that offers plenty of opportunities for personal and professional development.
This position offers a competitive salary range of €5.500 to €7.000 gross per month (excluding 8% holiday allowance), depending on experience and qualifications.
On top of your fixed salary, you'll receive the following benefits:
40 vacation days (20 statutory days and a flexible budget worth 20 days)
Flexible working hours
Hybrid working environment (40% working from home and 60% in the office)
Health & Wellbeing budget of €300 per calendar year
Commuting allowance, including full reimbursement of public transport
Working from home allowance
Collective pension scheme and discount on additional health insurance
On-site company health centres with gym, physiotherapists, and occupational therapists
Vanderlande Academy and extensive training opportunities
Employee networks, communities, and development initiatives
Excellent company restaurant and coffee bar with barista
Your application
So, if you would like to join a profitable and growing company that enables you to grow your career while making a visible impact on quality and supplier performance, then apply now by completing the application form and uploading your CV and motivation letter.
For more information, please contact Britt Laarhoven on +31 413 49 33 73.
Diversity & Inclusion
Vanderlande is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status.