Job Opportunity: Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) High-End Performance Automotive | Global Supplier Network Contract | £350 per day (Outside IR35) G&P Quality Management Ltd. is seeking an experienced Supplier Quality Engineer to represent a prestigious high-performance automotive OEM. This role focuses on supplier qualification, capability assessment, and driving improvements across a global supply base, ensuring suppliers meet the OEM’s stringent quality, process, and delivery standards. Key Responsibilities * Plan, conduct, and report supplier qualification and process audits (IATF 16949, ISO 9001, VDA 6.3). * Assess technical capability, capacity, and quality/business systems of new and existing suppliers. * Lead supplier development initiatives, closing audit findings and improving process capability. * Support APQP and PPAP activities to ensure robust product and process launch readiness. * Drive root cause analysis (RCCA) and ensure timely corrective action implementation. * Collaborate with engineering, purchasing, and manufacturing teams to resolve quality and supply issues. * Coach suppliers on OEM expectations and promote continuous improvement and lean practices. * UK, European, and occasional global travel may be required. Experience & Knowledge * Proven experience in automotive Supplier Quality, auditing, or supplier development (OEM/Tier 1 preferred). * Strong working knowledge of IATF 16949, VDA 6.3, APQP, PPAP, FMEA, and 8D. * Understanding of manufacturing processes and supplier capability assessment. * Skilled in data-driven problem-solving, lean tools, and continuous improvement. * Excellent communication and supplier engagement skills. * Proficient in Microsoft Office and quality management tools. Qualifications Essential: * Technical qualification in Engineering, Manufacturing, or Quality * OR equivalent industry experience Desirable: * Lead Auditor (IATF 16949 / VDA 6.3) * Six Sigma Green/Black Belt Candidate Profile A highly experienced Supplier Quality professional with a strong track record of: * Conducting supplier audits and capability assessments * Leading supplier improvement programmes * Working with global OEMs or Tier 1s in high-precision environments * Communicating effectively across all levels, from shop floor to senior leadership The role requires confidence, technical credibility, and the ability to complete approximately two supplier assessments per week with high accuracy and actionable outcomes. If you have the expertise in supplier quality, audit capability, and supplier leadership to thrive in a high-performance automotive environment, we would like to hear from you today! G&P is a world-leading quality management services provider, supporting manufacturers in the automotive, defence, aerospace and industrial sectors, and their associated supply chains, to transform quality and efficiency levels. With over 30 years of experience, we provide tailored solutions through senior management support and expert personnel from our dedicated talent division. Through our award-winning engineering, technical, inspection and talent services, we help businesses minimise risk, maximise performance and achieve operational excellence. Operating from strategic hubs in six countries, we continue to grow across new sectors, always focused on eliminating disruptions and supporting our clients’ drive to zero defects. G&P is an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age