Ali Chaari-Head of Quality Management
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Experience
Head of Quality Management
Ronda AG
- Direct reporting to executive management with responsibility for the entire quality management function in the company
- Advisory role as a sparring partner for executive management in all quality-related decisions
- Preparation and planning of ISO9001 certification
- Development and implementation of a KPI dashboard for quality activities for strategic steering
- Development and implementation of the strategic direction for the quality area
- Optimization and further development of the IQSoft quality management software to improve operational quality performance
- Successful promotion of a sustainable quality structure through regular workshops and training sessions
- Analytical problem-solving for quality and process challenges with a pragmatic approach (MSA/SPC)
- Planning and execution of internal and external audits
- Strategic supplier management
- Digitalization of the sampling process to increase efficiency
Interim Manager
Sigma Consulting Germany
- Strategic optimization of the procurement process with direct reporting to department management
- Development and implementation of a KPI dashboard for the purchasing process
- Systematic tracking of 8D reports with suppliers
- Setup and management of a Supplier Quality department within the purchasing area
Interim Quality Manager
Sigma Consulting Germany
- Process audits at different suppliers in Spain, Finland, and Egypt
- Development and tracking of action plans with suppliers
Interim Quality Manager
Sigma Consulting Germany
- Creation and implementation of a structured 8D process
- Implementation of PPAP/APQP processes
- Analytical problem-solving for critical customer issues
- Training and coaching of the quality team to build competencies
Project Quality Manager
Sigma Consulting Germany
- Strategic management of supplier complaints, 8D analyses
- Management of critical and urgent issues with suppliers to ensure continuous production supply
- Responsibility for PPAP/APQP processes
- Analytical problem-solving and troubleshooting
Project Manager
Sigma Consulting Germany
Management of multiple projects for wind energy plants
Comprehensive planning of all activities with the project team and cross-functional coordination
Development of a structured project organization (OBS, WBS)
Milestone planning with cross-functional teams
Creation of project-related specifications for internal and external contracts
Resource planning
Budget planning
Conflict resolution and escalation management with recommendations to the Project Steering Committee
Regular reporting to the project sponsor with transparent presentation of risks and actions
Compliance with strategic and operational planning
Ensuring compliance with specified processes, guidelines, and regulations
Ensuring safety aspects
Successful planning and implementation of milestones from the concept phase to the development phase
Project Quality Manager
Plan Q Engineering GmbH
Responsibility as quality and safety manager for export projects in Senegal and Algeria
Strategic management of quality and safety issues with the customer
Planning and carrying out customer reception of the trains at the end customer in Dakar and Algiers
Diagnosis and analysis of delivery performance from several suppliers
Proposal of an action plan to improve delivery performance
Development and implementation of a comprehensive action plan to improve the current situation by introducing monitoring processes and improvement measures
Carrying out process audits at suppliers
Management of open PPAP actions with 7 suppliers
Strategic management of top issues with suppliers
Analytical problem solving and troubleshooting
Successful carrying out of process audits at 4 suppliers in Germany and France for Bombardier
100% closure of all open PPAP actions with 7 suppliers for Bombardier
Significant improvement of quality performance to 0 defects before shipment for Faiveley Transport
Successful train reception go first time with customer in Dakar for Alstom Transport
Supplier Quality Manager
Hays Deutschland
- Management of supplier complaints, 8D analyses
- Management of critical and urgent issues with suppliers to ensure continuous supply to the production line
Supplier Quality Manager
Plan_Q Engineering GmbH
Supplier quality management, supplier audits, supplier evaluation, supplier development
Task force and crisis management with suppliers
Management of project quality and purchasing milestone plans
Development of quality standards and defect books (critical criteria)
Successful audit and development of 9 suppliers in Germany, England, Sweden, the Netherlands, and Turkey
Reduction of the defect rate by 100 %
Supplier Quality Manager
Brunel GmbH
Supplier quality management, supplier audits, supplier evaluation, supplier development in the premium automotive sector
Successful audits and development of 7 suppliers in Germany, England, and the USA
Project Manager
Redi-Group GmbH
- Strategic analysis of the delivery situation and development of an action plan to improve delivery capability for DB/Bochumer Verein Verkehrstechnik
- Process optimization and preparation for certification according to ISO 9001 and ISO TS 16949 at NBHX Trim GmbH (interior parts for BMW, Audi, VW, Daimler)
- Project management for the relocation of tools for WABCO from Turkey to Germany
Product Development Manager
Plan-Q Engineering GmbH
Strategic, cross-functional project management of purchased products from the offer phase to series launch
Responsibility for APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning)
Management of PPAP (Production Part Approval Process)
Conducting supplier process audits
Strategic top issues management with suppliers
Negotiation of quality agreements with suppliers
Responsibility for project procurement milestone plans
Planning and execution of initial sample inspections with customers (DB, SNCF)
Management of REX (Return of Experience)
Conducting risk analyses (SWOT/FMEA/FTA/RAMS)
International assignments with suppliers in Germany, France, Spain, Denmark, China, Hungary
Successful PPAP Go On Time with DB/SNCF/NETINERA/PKP/SBB
Development of quality standards and defect books (critical criteria)
Successful audits and development of 13 suppliers and sub-suppliers worldwide
Product Development Manager
Plus Consulting
Strategic, cross-functional project management from the offer phase to series launch
Responsibility for PPAP (Production Part Approval Process)
Planning and execution of initial sample inspections with customers (DB, Interfleet, Hamburger Hochbahn)
Conducting supplier process audits
Management of complaint handling and top issue management with suppliers
Negotiation of quality agreements
Crisis management and implementation of quality walls
REX management (Return of Experience)
Successful PPAP Go On Time with DB/Hamburger Hochbahn/Interfleet (SKANE)
Development of quality standards and defect books (critical criteria)
Significant defect reduction from 40 to 0 defects per component
Successful resolution of crisis situations between suppliers and customers through negotiation of quality issues and CONQ (Costs of Non Quality)
Successful audits and development of 17 suppliers and sub-suppliers worldwide
Supplier Quality Engineer
Fuba Printed Circuits Tunisie
Development and implementation of procedures for supplier audits
Design and implementation of supplier evaluation and development
Systematic complaint handling
Supplier development process
Quality Management Representative and Interim Production Manager
Phönix Mecano Tunisie
Introduction and implementation of ISO 9001 version 2000, reorganization and process definition of all company areas
Introduction and implementation of tools from ISO TS 16949 such as FMEA, gauge and machine capability analyses
Optimization of material flow: layout optimization and improvement of production processes
Introduction of quality circles to handle the 8D report process
Implementation of problem diagnosis methods as tools for problem solving (QRQC, Ishikawa, 5 Whys)
Implementation of quality tools such as PDCA, 5S
Internal auditor and conducting employee trainings
Leadership of 15 employees in the quality team with a team-oriented leadership style
Leadership of 150 employees in production with successful enforcement of quality requirements
Successful certification according to ISO 9001 version 2000
Defect rate reduction by 100 %
Industry experience
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Experienced in Manufacturing, Automotive, Professional Services, Energy, and Transportation.
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Experienced in Quality Assurance, Supply Chain Management, Project Management, Operations, Product Development, and Production.
Summary
Experienced quality manager with over 20 years of international management and leadership experience, especially in the automotive and rail industries. Successful in the strategic direction of quality departments, the proactive implementation of quality management measures, and the implementation and further development of QM systems. Proven leadership skills in leading and developing international teams, as well as in the role of a trusted sparring partner for top management. Strong analytical skills and a strategic mindset with a clear focus on continuous improvement and quality excellence. Direct reporting line to executive management with solid experience in the automotive sector, mechanical and plant engineering, and other manufacturing industries. In-depth knowledge of relevant quality standards and processes.
Skills
- Mechanical Processes: Grp, Bonding, Painting, Welding, Passivation, Wiring, Crimping, Torque
- Electronic Pcb Processes: Smd Assembly And Soldering, Reflow Soldering, Smt Solder Paste Printing
- Quality And Project Management: Iso9001, Iso Ts16949, Iso Ts 22163, Pdca, Ishikawa/5m, Qrqc, Fmea, Spc, Msa, Ppap, Apqp, 8d Report, Vda, Lean Manufacturing, 6 Sigma, Pmp
- It Skills: Sap Ppm, Sap, Ms Project, Microsoft Office, Customer Portals, Ms Sharepoint, Quality Management Software (Iqsoft)
Languages
Education
IIM (International Institute for Management, CNAM Paris)
Master in Management, organizational consulting and managing change capability in transition processes · Management: organizational consulting and managing change capability in transition processes · Paris, France
CNAM, National Academy of Arts and Trades in Paris through Institut Fidunion
DESTO (Diploma for higher studies in organizational techniques, French state diploma in organization of · Organizational techniques, company organization and project management · Tunis, Tunisia
ENIS (National Engineering School in Sfax)
Diploma in Electrical Engineering · Electrical engineer · Sfax, Tunisia
Certifications & licenses
DGQ (German Society for Quality) IRIS/ISO TS 22163 as well as ISO9001:2015 internal auditor
TQM (Total Quality Management, Heilbronn Germany)
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Experience
Global experience
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Ali is based in Michelbach an der Bilz, Germany.
Ali speaks the following languages: Arabic (Native), German (Native), English (Advanced), French (Advanced), Spanish (Elementary), Italian (Elementary).
Ali has at least 23 years of experience. During this time, Ali has worked in at least 9 different roles and for 11 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 7 months. Note that Ali may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.
Based on recent experience, Ali would be well-suited for roles such as: Head of Quality Management, Interim Manager, Interim Quality Manager.
Ali's most recent position is Head of Quality Management at Ronda AG.
In recent years, Ali has worked for Ronda AG and Sigma Consulting Germany.
Ali is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing, Automotive, and Professional Services. Ali also has some experience in Energy and Transportation.
Ali is most experienced in business areas like Quality Assurance, Supply Chain Management, and Project Management. Ali also has some experience in Operations, Product Development, and Production.
Ali has recently worked in industries like Manufacturing, Professional Services, and Automotive.
Ali has recently worked in business areas like Quality Assurance, Supply Chain Management, and Operations.
Ali holds a Master in Management: organizational consulting and managing change capability in transition processes from IIM (International Institute for Management, CNAM Paris) and a Bachelor in Electrical engineer from ENIS (National Engineering School in Sfax).
Ali has 5 certificates. Among them, these include: PMP training (Project Management Professional), DGQ (German Society for Quality) IRIS/ISO TS 22163 as well as ISO9001:2015 internal auditor, and Lean Six Sigma Black Belt.
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