JOB DETAILS
Supplier Developer/Purchasing Department
CompanyKOSTAL Group
LocationPazardzhik
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJuly 7, 2026
About The Company
We are KOSTAL Group, a global, independent family-owned company based in Germany which develops and manufactures technologically complex electronic and mechatronic products. We employ approximately 20.000 people at 46 locations in 21 countries, offering flexible, knowledgeable and customer-focused service.
The KOSTAL Group is divided into different Business Divisions: Automotive Electrical Systems, Industrial Electronics, Connectors and Test Technology (SOMA):
The division KOSTAL Automotive Electrical Systems is responsible for the development, production and distribution of components, modules and systems for the electrical, electronic and mechatronic technology in car bodies.
The Industrial Electronics division, develops innovative products for renewable energy generation and efficient energy use.
KOSTAL Connectors operates all over the world to develop, manufacture and distribute innovative connector systems for automotive and industrial applications.
Test Technology (SOMA) develops, manufactures and distributes test and automation systems for specific industries and products.
Impressum / Legal notice: https://www.kostal.com/en-gb/impressum
About the Role
Company Description
At Kostal Bulgaria Automotive, we develop and produce technologically advanced electronic, electromechanical and mechatronic products for the automotive industry. Joining our team means becoming part of an organization, which leverages its long-standing reputation to capture growth trends by investing in innovation and manufacturing enhancements and maintaining deep customer relationships.
Job Description
- Full responsibility for KPIs in managed area.
- Personal responsibility for quality development of main local suppliers (will be defined in agreement with a purchasing manager).
- Personal involvement in high escalations of quality issues caused by external and intracompany suppliers with the main focus on immediate improvement, elimination of root causes and charge back of linked costs.
- Cooperation with EPC (= East European Purchasing Centre) in seeking for potential suppliers in area of south-eastern Europe.
- Auditing of suppliers according VDA 6.3
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Economics or Engineering.
- Experience in automotive industry and in quality management. Previous experience in similar position will be considered a strong advantage.
- Knowledge about quality standards: ISO 9000-family; IATF 16949; VDA 6.3; Certificate for auditor will be considered a strong advantage.
- Understanding of:
- Automotive core tools and methods (MSA, SPC, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, APQP, Control Plan); Customer-Specific requirements; Process management and process oriented approach; Documentation of a Management System; Quality planning; Supplier management; Customer satisfaction and complaint management; Quality Management system concepts; Evaluation and Improvement of a Quality management system; Measurement and controlling of processes with KPI's; Continuous Improvement; Root cause analysis (5-Why, Ishikawa etc.).
- Excellent communication skills in Bulgarian and English language.
- Computer skills: MS Office, Praxis in usage of SAP system is welcome.
- General technical overview, ability to read drawings and willingness to learn new technologies.
- Flexible, willing to travel and prepared for a short term work abroad.
Additional Information
WE OFFER:
- An Excellent opportunity to grow with us and develop your career.
- A Dynamic and rapidly growing global company.
- Great and supporting working environment.
- Competitive salary related to targets achieved.
- Social benefits.
- Free company transport from Plovdiv to Pazardzhik.
- Long-term career opportunity in a multinational company.
If you are interested in this opening please send your detailed CV in English.All applications will be treated with strict confidentiality.
Key Skills
Supplier DevelopmentQuality ManagementVDA 6.3 AuditingIATF 16949ISO 9000PPAPFMEAAPQPRoot Cause AnalysisSAPKPI ManagementEnglish ProficiencyBulgarian ProficiencyTechnical Drawing ReadingProcess ManagementComplaint Management
Categories
ManufacturingEngineeringLogisticsManagement & Leadership
Benefits
Career Growth OpportunitiesCompetitive SalarySocial BenefitsFree Company Transport
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
Responsible for the quality development of local suppliers and managing KPIs within the assigned area. This includes handling high-level quality escalations, performing VDA 6.3 audits, and collaborating with the East European Purchasing Centre to find new suppliers.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
2-5
💼Company Size
5304
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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