In Supply Chain Management, you ensure everything is available at the right time, in perfect quality, and at fair prices. Whether it's production materials, development projects, or services, you're making ideas come to life. You'll keep an eye on things like procurement, coordinating material flows, optimizing processes, and building strong relationships with suppliers. Working closely with teams from logistics, development, and sales, you actively shape what drives our company forward. Our logistics team keeps things moving: you ensure that all materials are reliably transported—from sourcing to the delivery of finished robots. Whether it's between our locations or to customers around the world, logistics keeps everything running smoothly. If you’re eager to take on responsibility, find solutions, and celebrate successes with a dynamic team, this is the place for you.
Qualification & Development Specialist / Technical Interface to Engineering (Human)
Neura Robotics GmbH • Metzingen
Your Impact on Innovation and Production
Metzingen
You have an eye for detail, understand manufacturing processes, and are always looking for the best solution? Then bring your ideas to the table and help us develop suppliers, products, and processes together.
Your main tasks include:
Supplier Qualification:
- Conduct audits for initial qualification and periodic re-evaluation of suppliers
- Assess the quality capabilities and technical competencies of potential suppliers
- Support supplier selection in close cooperation with Purchasing and Engineering
Supplier Development:
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives at supplier sites
- Identify and implement corrective actions in case of quality or performance deviations
- Monitor supplier performance through KPIs (e.g., on-time delivery, complaint rate) and initiate improvement plans
Technical Interface to Engineering:
- Collaborate closely with engineering during the design phase to ensure manufacturable and cost-effective drawings
- Advise design teams on economically viable production methods at suppliers
- Contribute to “Design-to-Cost” strategies during new product development
Cost Optimization:
- Identify cost-saving opportunities by involving suppliers early in the product development process
- Support make-or-buy decisions based on technical feasibility and cost efficiency
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a similar technical field
- Several years of professional experience in quality, engineering, procurement, or production, ideally with supplier interaction
- Strong ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
- Solid understanding of manufacturing processes (e.g., machining, sheet metal, plastics) and their cost implications
What you can look forward to
Creative Freedom and Agility
Enjoy a dynamic, self-reliant work culture with flat hierarchies, flexible hours, and 30 vacation days. Ideal for those seeking an inspiring professional setting, whether you're starting out or an experienced exec.
Passion for Winning
A passionate and highly skilled team of international experts aiming to redefine robot assistants.
Attractive Compensation
Enjoy a competitive salary package along with exclusive employee discounts.
One Team
Whether it's a summer party or company town hall meetings, we celebrate our successes together.
Professional Growth
Support for your personal and professional development, access to the Udemy training platform, and more.
Our values. The cornerstones of our success.
We are a team. We strive to achieve great things by promoting the success of our colleagues and partners.
We strive for technological progress in order to give people back their valuable time for enjoyable activities.
We strive to revolutionize the world of robotics by pushing the boundaries of technology every day.
We live a high level of appreciation through open communication and transparency.
We do our best to always be two steps ahead. We achieve this through empowerment, freedom of action and personal responsibility.
People are at the center of everything we do.
Our Location
Our headquarters in Riederich is the heart of our company. It's not just home to our offices, but also our production facilities, Academy, logistics, and Tech Labs—all working together to turn ideas into reality. Riederich itself is a small, peaceful town, just a kilometer away from Metzingen, a city with its own unique character. Metzingen is globally renowned as Outlet City, attracting visitors from all over the world. Here, you can enjoy exclusive designer stores in a relaxed and charming setting. The city also offers a variety of restaurants, cafés, and a down-to-earth Swabian coziness—perfect for unwinding after work.
For nature lovers, the Swabian Jura is right at your doorstep. This unique landscape offers countless leisure opportunities: hiking along spectacular high-altitude trails, mountain biking through idyllic valleys, or simply enjoying the peace and expanse. Outdoor enthusiasts and families will find plenty to enjoy here.
And for those who prefer urban life, Stuttgart is just a short drive away. The city is the vibrant heart of the region, known for its culture, strong economy, and diverse leisure activities. From theaters and museums to international cuisine and a lively nightlife – Stuttgart has something for everyone.
Our location combines the best of all worlds: cutting-edge technology and infrastructure in Riederich, a relaxed, international vibe in Metzingen, the nature of the Swabian Jura, and the opportunities of a big city in Stuttgart.
Welcome to a region that inspires you – both professionally and personally.
Our application process
We ensure a transparent and efficient process and look forward to getting to know you during the application process.
Your insight into our daily work
Unsere Mission
"Our goal was to develop the world's first cognitive robot that can work with people, learn from them and provide them with targeted support. And that is exactly what we have achieved. But there is much more to come!"
