Supplier Quality Manager / Supplier Quality Manageress

The Swatch Group SA - December 4, 2025

The Company

EM Microelectronic-Marin SA, a proud member of the SWATCH GROUP with 40,000 employees worldwide, specializes in the design and manufacturing of high-end technology, integrated circuits, and electronic modules. Our commitment to product quality and the expertise of our teams has established EM Microelectronic-Marin SA as a globally recognized provider of semiconductors and displays, serving applications across the watch industry, telecommunications, consumer goods, and the automotive sector.

Job Description

The Supplier Quality Management at EM directly influences the effectiveness and efficiency of various critical activities, including:

  • SCAR process management
  • Supplier selection and qualification
  • Process change management
  • Supplier performance monitoring and continuous improvement planning
  • Focus on critical suppliers
  • Global quality performance evaluation and development plan for suppliers
  • Supplier audits and quality management strategy

As an internal auditor, you will ensure that our organizational processes align with the standards' requirements (e.g., ISO 9001, IATF 16949, ISO 17025, etc.), along with customer, regulatory, and organizational specifications. Your role will be pivotal to EM Marin and our remote locations, including EM BKK.

Position: Supplier Quality Manager

In this role, you will:

  • Define and implement the supplier quality management strategy in close collaboration with Quality Management, Operations, and Business Units.
  • Establish and review supplier quality agreements in a timely manner.
  • Deploy EM and EM customers' requirements effectively to relevant stakeholders.
  • Manage the SCAR process through root cause analysis, effectiveness of CAPA, and adequate responses.
  • Collaborate with Operations, Business Units, and Purchasing to assess, select, and qualify new suppliers and articles.
  • Support risk assessments for supplier-related waiver requests and monitor to ensure no impact on EM production and customers.
  • Define yearly targets for automotive grade and other relevant suppliers, foundries, and subcontractors.
  • Monitor and report suppliers' quality performance to management and drive continuous improvement projects based on analysis.
  • Lead supplier audits in coordination with relevant parties, utilizing VDA 6.3 methodology for automotive grade suppliers.
  • Conduct internal audits and ensure organizational practices align with both internal and external requirements.

Profile

  • Engineering degree (Master's preferred) in Electronics, Microelectronics, or Materials Engineering with 5-10 years of experience in a supplier quality organization.
  • Familiarity with Quality Management Systems: ISO 9001, IATF 16949.
  • Knowledge of automotive core tools: FMEA, MSA, SPC, PPAP, APQP.
  • Understanding of relevant industry standards such as AEC-Q100, Jedec, and MIL-883.
  • Audit experience with VDA 6.3 and strong knowledge of ISO 19011; analytical skills and problem-solving proficiency.
  • Insight into semiconductor product development and manufacturing processes/environment.
  • Strong project management skills.

Professional Requirements

  • Self-driven, hands-on, customer-oriented, and a team player.
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills in a matrix organization.
  • Fact-based decision-making, negotiation, prioritization, empathy, and flexibility.

Languages

Fluent in French and English; German is a plus.

Contact

Denise Germann
Email: denise.germann@emmicroelectronic.com

Job Location

Rue des Sors 3
2074 Marin (Neuchatel)
Switzerland

Company Address

EM Microelectronic-Marin Ltd
Rue des Sors 3
CH-2074 Marin-Epagnier

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Location : Marin-Epagnier
Country : Switzerland

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