At SMMT Industry Forum, we partner with organisations of all sizes to deliver complex, transformational change. Our consultants work closely with clients—often embedded within leadership teams—to solve critical challenges and drive lasting impact.

We pride ourselves on building long‑term, trusted relationships and only delivering work that truly adds value. That’s why we’re committed to hiring exceptional people who share our passion for quality, integrity, and results.

SMMT Industry Forum is looking for a Quality Management professional with extensive experience in developing and implementing manufacturing product introduction processes, with expertise in one or more of the following areas: Core Tools (APQP & PPAP, FMEA, SPC & MSA), IAFT, VDA and Internal Auditor at a Senior Engineer/Consultant/Trainer level in the automotive sector.

In this role, you’ll be responsible for delivering high‑quality training at our Birmingham‑based training centre and providing expert consultancy services to clients across the automotive sector.

If you have the expertise to work with clients in developing and implementing robust, structured new product introduction procedures—and the ability to train and coach others to ensure a high‑performance, safe launch we’d love to hear from you.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work alongside a team of dedicated professionals and experts that are truly some of the best in their field. The role will require flexibility in working hours, workload and location, as you will be required to travel to the client’s location.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing training on client sites and at training facilities, ensuring the transfer of key skills related to APQP and the Automotive Core Tools, IATF and Internal Auditor in both face‑to‑face and virtual environments
• Providing coaching support or consultancy for the implementation of APQP and the Automotive Core Tools, IATF and Internal Auditor
• Supporting the continuous development of training materials and service offerings
• Playing an active role in customer relationship management and lead development
• Collaborating with other SMMT Industry Forum colleagues in multidisciplinary teams as part of large‑scale improvement programs

Requirements

• Capability and experience in delivering training and coaching teams in the automotive core tools areas of APQP, FMEA, SPC, MSA, PPAP, IATF, Internal Auditor and more
• Ability to deliver auditor training with practical real‑world examples to maximise knowledge transfer and customer satisfaction
• Understanding and knowledge of the automotive process approach to auditing
• Relevant experience in the automotive sector
• Ability to lead and work with teams, building relationships at all levels within an organisation
• Excellent presentation skills
• Strong customer focus with a track record of delivering improved performance
• Commercial acumen with the ability to translate improvement objectives and results into tangible financial impact
• A strong team‑playing ethos seeking to get involved in all aspects of the business, including internal development
• Excellent numeracy and literacy skills
• Appropriate qualifications, such as Engineering, Materials Science, Manufacturing Systems, or equivalent

Additional Skills and Competencies

• Previous consulting or training experience within a large organisation or a consulting practice
• Working understanding of Lean Continuous improvement tools, including 5S, 7 Wastes, Visual Management, Standard Work, Line Balance, Set Up Improvement, Problem Solving, A3 thinking.

Training and Development

No matter your experience or background, you’ll get dedicated support when you join. With an induction and the business’s support, you’ll quickly get to grips with the role and have access to help and guidance whenever you need it.

Rewards and Benefits

• 25 Days Annual Leave and additional days for public and privileged holidays.
• Opportunities to be recognised through our employee recognition scheme
• Opportunities to hybrid working, subject to business needs
• Cycle to work scheme
• Parental and adoption leave

Culture and Working Environment

As part of our team, you’ll discover an inclusive workplace that’s welcoming, supportive and encouraging. You’ll be part of an organisation where people want to support one another and make a difference. Aside from fostering an open culture, we’ve got a range of growing affinity groups.

• Ethnic Minority and gender equality networks
• Groups supporting wellbeing, mental health, neurodiversity and disability
• Women’s and Men’s Networks
• Faith/No Faith communities for staff to come together
• LGBTQ+ support networks

You’ll also find a variety of social groups to help you settle in and connect with people with similar interests.

Before You Apply

Honesty and integrity are important if you want to work at SMMT Industry Forum. Giving misleading information and omitting or concealing information during the recruitment process is viewed very seriously.

We’re Disability Confident

SMMT Industry Forum are proud to have achieved Committed status within the DWP’s Disability Confident scheme. We aim to ensure that we offer inclusive and accessible recruitment. If you require support, reasonable adjustments are available during the application process and if you are successful in joining the organisation.

Eligibility Criteria

We have a legal responsibility to ensure that all our employees have the legal right to live and work in the UK. If we make an offer of employment, we will need to check that you are eligible to work in the UK before you start work. Regardless of an individual’s nationality, race or immigration status, you must provide evidence to us confirming your right to work. This includes British citizens and EU nationals.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Consulting, Manufacturing and Training

Industries

• Business Consulting and Services
• Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

SMMT Industry Forum is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalised as a result of such a request.