About Exide Technologies GmbHExide Technologies GmbH is a leading provider of innovative and sustainable battery storage solutions for automotive and industrial applications. With over 135 years of experience, the company has developed and globally marketed innovative batteries and systems, contributing to the energy transition and driving a cleaner future.Job DescriptionWe are seeking a highly skilled Senior Manager (m/f/x) Quality to join our team in Büdingen. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing the Quality strategy and Policies among our Division organization, focusing on Customer needs and supporting plants on managing Quality Systems.Key Responsibilities:Deploy and cascade Quality strategy and policies to Division plants and customer focus.Drive and develop customer communication and claim follow-up in Division plants.Implement Quality Continuous improvement with finishing line rejection analysis and CAP in all Division plants.Support plants together with Quality System on Certification and reinforcement of Plant QMS.Ensure that Division plants have the appropriate processes for income inspection.Plan and ensure the required audits to Division Plants and critical processes.Ensure the right discipline to follow up Quality process and product rules.Ensure that Division Plants manage and continuously improve the critical Quality KPIs.Ensure together with Plant Manager that Division Plants have the right resources (people and equipment).Coordinate regional Quality Processes and Initiatives.Ensure Standardization of Quality Processes on Division plants.Coordinate sharing of Lessons Learned between Division Plants.Support APQP on the plants based on structured plan.Coordinate good CoPQ reporting and Improvement Plan.Develop and improve quality & delivery through the development of and adherence to defined processes.Requirements:Master's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Physics, Chemistry, or Business discipline with experience in a manufacturing environment.Minimum of 4 years of experience in a quality or process engineering role within a multinational industrial setting, including transversal management experience.Strong background in Six Sigma methodology and quality tools (PPAP, APQP, FMEA, MSA, Control Plans, 8D, etc.), with the ability to train and coach others.In-depth understanding of manufacturing cost drivers and CI processes (as VAVE and lean manufacturing).Proven experience in coordinating and leading quality audits in manufacturing environment (process, product, systems, customer) and KPI management.Expertise in ISO standards (ISO 9001, IATF and automotive industry requirements).Advanced IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Office.Excellent communication skills in English and German, both written and verbal, with the ability to collaborate across all functions and levels within the organization.Proactive communication with colleagues and customers.What We Offer:We offer a challenging, responsible, and varied job in a modern, fast-growing division within an international corporation. You can expect a highly collegial working environment with a reasonable scope for action and decision-making. You will benefit from exciting personal and professional development opportunities, additional corporate well-being initiatives, and several key benefits, including:Permanent contract.Fixed and variable competitive compensation.Hybrid working model: combination of remote and collaborative office experience to enable innovation.Annual holidays: 30.Professional growth possibilities & learning opportunities.Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues.The option of leasing a company bike.Contribute to innovative projects.A real perspective of working in a dynamic environment.About UsExide Technologies GmbH is an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or gender identity. Exide is committed to sustainability and value creation, respecting the planet's limits and fostering positive change for both the environment and people within the global energy storage system.