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Quality & Management Consultant | Former Head of Group Supplier Quality
Trencianske Stankovce, Slovakia
Worldwide
Bachelor of Science, Quality - Trencin University, Slovakia (2009)Supplier Quality Management & Development
Extensive expertise in supplier quality management and development, including international supplier audits based on VDA 6.3, ISO 9001 and ISO 14001, as well as social auditing according to UN Global Compact standards.
Quality Management Systems & Methods
Deep knowledge of quality management systems and advanced quality methods such as PPAP, 8D, SPC, FMEA and MSA/R&R, applied in international manufacturing and industrial environments.
Team Building, Leadership & Strategy
Proven track record in building, recruiting and leading international teams, combined with the ability to develop quality and operations strategies, mid-term roadmaps and measurable targets for organisations.
Management Consulting
Analysis of client organisations, processes and KPIs, definition of improvement priorities, design and implementation of quality management systems and escalation models, as well as interim management support and coaching.
Staffing & Organisational Set-Up
Definition of organisational structures, roles and responsibilities, support with recruiting including job descriptions, candidate screening and interviews, as well as onboarding and training of new team members.
Claim & Reimbursement Cost Management
Management of reimbursement cost processes enabling fast and positive cash recovery from supplier claims, including follow-up and coordination across departments.
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt with practical experience in applying structured problem-solving and process improvement methodologies in industrial environments.
PPAP & Supplier Auditing
Hands-on experience in PPAP management, conducting and coordinating supplier audits based on VDA 6.3, ISO/TS 16949 and ISO 9001, and training junior staff in supplier management and auditing.
Supplier Development & Performance Management
Long-term supplier development through regular performance reviews, feedback sessions, supplier forums and workshops, as well as onboarding and qualification of new suppliers.
Extensive expertise in supplier quality management and development, including international supplier audits based on VDA 6.3, ISO 9001 and ISO 14001, as well as social auditing according to UN Global Compact standards.
Quality Management Systems & Methods
Deep knowledge of quality management systems and advanced quality methods such as PPAP, 8D, SPC, FMEA and MSA/R&R, applied in international manufacturing and industrial environments.
Team Building, Leadership & Strategy
Proven track record in building, recruiting and leading international teams, combined with the ability to develop quality and operations strategies, mid-term roadmaps and measurable targets for organisations.
Management Consulting
Analysis of client organisations, processes and KPIs, definition of improvement priorities, design and implementation of quality management systems and escalation models, as well as interim management support and coaching.
Staffing & Organisational Set-Up
Definition of organisational structures, roles and responsibilities, support with recruiting including job descriptions, candidate screening and interviews, as well as onboarding and training of new team members.
Claim & Reimbursement Cost Management
Management of reimbursement cost processes enabling fast and positive cash recovery from supplier claims, including follow-up and coordination across departments.
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt with practical experience in applying structured problem-solving and process improvement methodologies in industrial environments.
PPAP & Supplier Auditing
Hands-on experience in PPAP management, conducting and coordinating supplier audits based on VDA 6.3, ISO/TS 16949 and ISO 9001, and training junior staff in supplier management and auditing.
Supplier Development & Performance Management
Long-term supplier development through regular performance reviews, feedback sessions, supplier forums and workshops, as well as onboarding and qualification of new suppliers.
Experience
Professional experience10+ years
Freelancer since2025
Languages
GermanGoodEnglishFluentPolishFluentSlovakNative speaker
Project history
Independent consulting for manufacturing and industrial clients, covering quality, management consulting, staffing and strategy. Services include analysis of client organisations and KPIs, design and implementation of quality management systems, interim management support, definition of organisational structures, recruiting support, onboarding and training, as well as development of quality and operations strategies and mid-term roadmaps.
Led, recruited and managed an international team of 30 supplier quality engineers worldwide. Built and developed the East European supplier quality engineering team. Created and executed the roadmap and strategy of the supplier quality department. Improved supplier quality PPM levels to a two-digit number. Managed and coordinated supplier audits (VDA 6.3 based). Acted as Tactical Process Owner (TPO) for key processes. Drafted and reviewed supplier quality contracts. Managed reimbursement cost processes and supported supplier development through performance reviews and workshops.
Responsible for incoming inspection and led a small team of quality technicians. Facilitated customer quality audits (ISO/TS 16949, VDA 6.3, ISO 9001). Handled supplier quality evaluation and escalation, daily issue resolution via 8D and claim process. Managed supplier audits, PPAP management, reimbursement cost follow-up and project management.