Ali Chaari
Head of Quality Management
Experience
Head of Quality Management
Ronda AG
- Direct reporting to executive management with responsibility for the company's entire quality management
- Advisory role as sparring partner for executive management on all quality-related decisions
- Preparation and planning of ISO 9001 certification
- Development and implementation of a KPI dashboard for quality activities for strategic control
- Development and implementation of the strategic direction for the quality department
- 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
- Analytical problem-solving for quality and process challenges with a pragmatic approach (MSA/SPC)
- Conducting and organizing 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 purchasing
Interim Quality Manager
Sigma Consulting Germany
- Process audits at various 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 the quality team for skill development
Project Quality Manager
Sigma Consulting Germany
- Strategic management of supplier complaints and 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-department coordination
Development of a structured project organization (OBS, WBS)
Milestone planning with cross-functional teams
Preparation of project-related specifications for internal and external tenders
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 measures
Adherence to 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 execution of train customer reception at the end customer in Dakar and Algiers
Diagnosis and analysis of delivery performance of several suppliers
Proposing an action plan to improve the delivery situation
Development and implementation of a comprehensive action plan to improve the current state by implementing monitoring processes and improvement measures
Conducting 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 process audits at 4 suppliers in Germany and France for Bombardier
100% closure of open PPAP actions with 7 suppliers for Bombardier
Significant quality performance improvement to zero defects before shipment for Faiveley Transport
Successful first-time train reception with the 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 procurement 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
100% reduction of error rate
Supplier Quality Manager
Brunel GmbH
Supplier quality management, supplier audits, supplier evaluation, supplier development in the automotive premium 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 ISO 9001 and ISO/TS 16949 certification 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 quote phase to series launch
Responsible 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 contracts with suppliers
Responsible for project purchasing milestone plans
Planning and execution of initial sample inspections with customers (DB, SNCF)
Management of REX (Return of Experience)
Performing risk analyses (SWOT/FMEA/FTA/RAMS)
International assignments at 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 quote phase to series launch
Responsible for PPAP (Production Part Approval Process)
Planning and execution of initial sample inspections with customers (DB, Interfleet, Hamburger Hochbahn)
Conducting supplier process audits
Managing complaint processing 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 errors per part
Successful resolution of crisis situations between suppliers and customers through negotiation of quality points 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, measurement system and machine capability analyses
Optimization of material flow: layout optimization and improvement of production processes
Introduction of quality circles for handling the 8D report system
Implementation of problem diagnosis methods as a tool for problem solving (QRQC, Ishikawa, 5 Whys)
Implementation of quality tools such as PDCA, 5S
Internal auditor and conducting staff training
Leading 15 employees in the quality team with a team-oriented leadership style
Leading 150 employees in production with successful enforcement of quality requirements
Successful ISO 9001 version 2000 certification
Error rate reduction by 100%
Industries Experience
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Experienced in Manufacturing (19.5 years), Automotive (7.5 years), Professional Services (1 year), Energy (1 year), and Transportation (1 year).
Business Areas Experience
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Experienced in Quality Assurance (22 years), Project Management (9.5 years), Supply Chain Management (9 years), Operations (8 years), Product Development (6.5 years), and Production (5 years).
Summary
Experienced quality manager with over 20 years of international management and leadership experience, especially in the automotive and rail industries. Successful in setting strategic direction for quality areas, in proactively implementing quality management measures, and in implementing and advancing quality management systems. Proven leadership skills in leading and developing international teams, as well as serving as a sparring partner for top management. Strong analytical abilities 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. Extensive knowledge of relevant quality standards and processes.
Skills
- Mechanical Processes: Fiberglass, Bonding, Painting, Welding, Passivation, Wiring, Crimping, Torque
- Electronic Pcb Processes: Smd Assembly And Soldering, Reflow Soldering, Smt Solder Paste Printing
- Quality And Project Management: Iso 9001, Iso/ts 16949, Iso/ts 22163, Pdca, Ishikawa/5m, Qrqc, Fmea, Spc, Msa, Ppap, Apqp, 8d Report, Vda, Lean Manufacturing, Six 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 Change Management in Transformation Processes · Management: organizational consulting and change management in transformation processes · Paris, France
CNAM, National Conservatory of Arts and Crafts in Paris through Institut Fidunion
DESTO (Diploma of Higher Studies in Organization Techniques, French State Diploma in Corporate Organization) · Organization techniques, corporate organization and project management · Tunis, Tunisia
ENIS (National Engineering School in Sfax)
Diploma in Electrical Engineering · Electrical Engineering · Sfax, Tunisia
Certifications & licenses
PMP Training (Project Management Professional)
DGQ (German Society for Quality) Internal Auditor IRIS/ISO TS 22163 and ISO 9001:2015
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
TQM (Total Quality Management, Heilbronn Germany)
ISO 9001 Version 2000
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