Vice President Quality Management*
with strong leadership and functional expertise
(Ref.Nr.:4408)
KTM AG Mattighofen
full time
as soon as possible
Global Quality Management
20%
*As a global player rooted in Austria, we thrive on diversity. No matter what gender you may be, where you come from or the color of your skin - here, you are YOU, and that’s what matters to us.
The opportunities are endless when you are fearless
At KTM, quality, performance, and innovation are at the heart of everything we do. Across the entire value chain, we pursue one clear objective: uncompromising quality and the highest level of customer satisfaction, delivering an unforgettable experience to every rider around the world.
As Vice President Quality Management, you will be responsible for KTM's global quality strategy. You will further develop quality standards, strengthen collaboration across the supply chain, and promote a culture of continuous improvement.
With your strategic vision, leadership capabilities, and deep understanding of quality management, you will ensure that our motorcycles consistently meet the highest standards of quality, reliability, and customer experience worldwide.
If you are passionate about shaping KTM's future and bringing premium motorcycles with uncompromising quality to the road, we look forward to getting to know you.
THE TASKS AWAITING YOU
- provide functional and disciplinary leadership while driving the strategic development of the Quality Management organization.
- ensure, enhance, and standardize quality management systems, processes, methods, and quality standards.
- take ownership of quality planning throughout the product development process, from development and APQP through sampling and product launch approval.
- analyze quality deviations and customer complaints, implementing sustainable corrective and preventive actions to improve product, process, and manufacturing quality.
- monitor quality KPIs, drive reporting, and define and implement optimization measures to reduce defects, scrap rates, and rework costs.
- plan and oversee internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with applicable standards, regulations, and certification requirements.
- collaborate closely with Engineering, Production, Purchasing, and After-Sales Service on product innovations, problem-solving initiatives, and process improvements.
- lead international quality and technology initiatives and drive the implementation and continuous advancement of innovative quality methodologies and technologies.
HOW YOU CAN INSPIRE US
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field with a relevant specialization.
- several years of leadership and management experience in Quality Management within a manufacturing environment, ideally in the automotive industry or high-volume serial production.
- comprehensive expertise in quality management systems, quality methodologies, and relevant industry standards.
- strong technical understanding of manufacturing, assembly, and production processes, as well as their quality-related interdependencies.
- proven experience in both functional and disciplinary leadership, including the development and coaching of high-performing teams.
- business-fluent German and English language skills, combined with strong intercultural competence in an international business environment.
- strategic, analytical, and solution-oriented mindset, complemented by a hands-on approach, assertiveness, and strong execution capabilities.
- excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, a confident professional presence, and a passion for technology, innovation, and ideally the motorcycle industry.
WHAT YOU CAN LOOK FORWARD TO
- The opportunity to actively help shape the new beginning and future of one of Europe’s most successful motorcycle manufacturers
- Attractive social benefits and interesting training and development opportunities, as well as a unique corporate culture characterized by collegiality and team spirit
- An attractive and performance-related salary based on qualifications and professional experience from € 100.000 gross per year (extra payment possible).
Benefits
Flexible working hours
Depending on your area of responsibility, location and department, we offer you various working time models to suit your private and professional situation.
KTM _ACADEMY
Our KTM Academy offers versatile and high-quality training courses, combining on-site seminars, workshops, online training and much more.
Health and fitness
We organize events and joint participation in sports activities. Company doctors and occupational psychologists are available on request to provide you with the best possible support in everyday life.
Childcare
Children aged 1-3 are cared for in the company's own “Krabbelstube”. For children aged 5 to 10, KTM AG offers five weeks of free childcare during the summer vacations.
Special rates
for employees
Special conditions for our employees when purchasing our products - from clothing to riding gear to motorcycles - are a matter of course for us.
for employees
Welcome on board
Welcome Day, buddy system and feedback sessions in the onboarding phase as well as training from day one will provide you the best start.
Meals
Healthy refueling! A well-balanced canteen menu and snack stations for in-between meals will help you get the energy you need.
Bike Leasing
Riding your bike to work or going for a ride to explore the countryside on your days off? As an employer, we will lease the bike of your choice. You can use it 100% privately.
Homeoffice
Depending on which area of the company you work in, it is also possible to work from home on Fridays according to the fair use principle.
Special Class Insurance
Our health is our most valuable possession, which is why we offer our employees discounted special class insurance.
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Our Values and culture
Pursue your passion and go full throttle for your future. At KTM AG, you have the chance to work with high-performance motorcycles, whether in development, production, marketing, or elsewhere. On top of that, we offer great benefits, an environment that encourages and challenges you, and endless new adventures. No matter what your passport says, your passion is what counts for us! We believe in passion, performance, innovation and teamwork. You too? Then #JoinTheWinningTeam!
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Your contact
If you have any questions, please contact Pernkopf Raphael on +43 (0)676 5589 406
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