Assistant Manager, Supplier Quality

Key Responsibilities

Supplier Evaluation & Selection

• Help assess new suppliers for quality capabilities.
• Support supplier audits and qualification.
• Work with procurement and engineering to choose reliable suppliers.
  

Quality Assurance & Compliance

• Ensure suppliers follow required quality standards.
• Track supplier performance using key metrics.
• Keep records ready for audits and reviews.
  

Supplier Documentation Management

• Lead the supplier documentation team to ensure timely and accurate documentation.
• Maintain and review supplier quality records, certificates, and compliance documents.
• Ensure documentation meets internal and external audit requirements.
  

Problem Solving & Improvement

• Support root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Work with suppliers on improvement plans.
• Help develop supplier capabilities.
  

Team Collaboration

• Coordinate with sourcing, procurement, engineering, and production teams.
• Support new product launches by checking supplier readiness.
• Share quality expectations with suppliers.
  

Reporting

• Prepare basic reports on supplier quality.
• Highlight risks and trends in supplier performance.
• Use data to support decisions.
  

Skills & Experience

Technical Skills

• Understanding of quality systems and standards (e.g., ISO, PED, API).
• Experience in supplier audits and problem-solving tools (e.g., 8D, 5 Whys).
• Basic knowledge of manufacturing processes.
  

Process & Project Skills

• Experience in improving supplier performance.
• Familiarity with Lean or Six Sigma is a plus.
  

Communication Skills

• Ability to work with cross-functional teams.
• Good communication with suppliers and internal teams.
  

Digital Skills

• Basic knowledge of ERP or quality software.
• Able to create reports using MS tools.
  

Global Awareness

• Experience working with international suppliers is a plus.
• Understanding of cultural differences in supplier management.
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
• Minimum 7–12 years of experience in manufacturing or supplier quality.
• Foundry experience is a plus.
• Willing to travel as needed.
• Good English communication skills.