Overview
Supplier Quality Engineer Jobs in Sanpara, India at Confidential
Location: Sanpara
Position Summary
The Corporate Global Supplier Quality Department is a dynamic team of engineers dedicated to ensuring the quality and technology standards required to support global business operations.
The Corporate Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) will focus on supplier selection, development, approval, and management. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify and qualify new sources of supply for raw materials and purchased finished goods. The SQE will lead supplier improvement initiatives, including supplier development and management, and report to management on supplier performance, development activities, improvement efforts, and emerging trends.
Additionally, the SQE will establish strong relationships with suppliers and customers, working closely with them at their manufacturing sites to enhance quality and customer satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities
Support supplier selection, qualification, and approval processes for raw materials and purchased finished goods.
Lead supplier improvement efforts, including development and management initiatives.
Report on supplier performance, development activities, improvement initiatives, and trends.
Drive advanced quality planning efforts, including PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) execution.
Train, coach, and guide suppliers on advanced quality planning, PPAP, and structured problem-solving
Define, evaluate, and approve PPAP requirements.
Implement problem-solving approaches using tools like 8D, 5-Why, and Kepner-Tregoe methodologies.
Ensure compliance with quality systems such as ISO 9001:2015 or equivalent.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in engineering field. Experience in the durable goods industry is preferred.
In-depth expertise in advanced quality planning and problem-solving methodologies.
Familiarity with PPAP, PFMEA, SPC, MSA, and ISO 9001:2015 quality systems.
Willingness and ability to travel up to 50%, including international travel.
Key Skills and Competencies
Analytical and Results-Oriented: Proven ability to manage multiple projects while delivering high-quality results.
Data-Driven: Skilled in analyzing supplier performance data to identify trends and support quality initiatives.
Collaboration and Leadership: Strong team player capable of working in cross-functional teams and leading supplier improvement efforts.
Customer-Centric: Committed to driving customer satisfaction through continuous improvement and robust supplier relationships.
Problem Solving: Expertise in using structured methodologies to address quality issues with a preventive mindset.
Communication: Exceptional oral and written communication skills for clear and effective interactions.
Leadership Capabilities & Culture Fit
Growth Mindset: Embraces learning from successes and failures to drive innovation and improvement.
Accountability and Transparency: Values healthy debate, open communication, and a culture of accountability.
Customer-Focused: Demonstrates a strong bias toward meeting and exceeding customer expectations.
Creative Problem Solver: Uses innovative thinking and analytical skills to address challenges.
Self-Starter:Results-driven with a proven track record of delivering on goals with minimal supervision.
Title: Supplier Quality Engineer
Company: Confidential
Location: Sanpara, India
Category: Quality Assurance – QA/QC, Engineering
