We are seeking an experienced Automotive Defect Manager to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing defects throughout the development lifecycle, ensuring that they are tracked, addressed, and resolved in a timely manner. You will work closely with stakeholders to maintain project timelines, provide architectural overviews, and present status updates in key meetings. Strong organizational skills and familiarity with VW-specific tooling and defect management systems are essential.
Key Responsibilities:- Track, manage, and prioritize defects using the KPM+ Ticket Wizard and other VW-specific tools, ensuring that all issues are documented, assigned, and resolved efficiently.
- Collaborate to align defect resolution activities with project timelines and milestones. Ensure that project deliverables are met on time and within scope.
- Oversee project schedules, identifying potential bottlenecks and working proactively to address them. Maintain clear communication with stakeholders regarding project status and timelines.
- Provide architectural overviews to support defect analysis and resolution. Work with technical teams to ensure that defects are understood within the context of the overall vehicle architecture.
- Take part in regular project rounds, presenting defect statuses and updates to team members and management. Prepare and deliver presentations using Excel and PowerPoint.
- Utilize Jira and Confluence for defect tracking, project documentation, and reporting. Ensure that all project-related information is accurately documented and easily accessible.
- Effectively communicate with team members, stakeholders, and suppliers in both English and German to facilitate collaboration and ensure project success.
