Supplier Quality Engineer

Job-ID Reference
26-00486

Job Summary:

The Supplier Quality SME provides technical and process leadership to enhance supplier quality systems and standardize best practices across the supply base Focuses on identifying gaps in supplier quality processes and driving continuous improvement initiatives

Works to improve supplier performance, reduce Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ), and ensure consistent compliance and efficiency

Ensures supplier quality systems are aligned with manufacturing and business objectives

Roles & Responsibilities :

Assess and identify gaps in supplier quality processes including PPAP, 8D corrective actions, incoming quality, and supplier performance metrics

Define and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) for supplier quality engineers and suppliers

Improve PPAP quality and First Pass Yield (FPY) through standardized review criteria and readiness expectations

Strengthen corrective action effectiveness through proper root cause analysis and validation of permanent solutions

Develop and execute COPQ reduction strategies targeting high-impact suppliers and recurring issues

Conduct supplier assessments, audits, and capability evaluations to improve compliance and maturity

Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Procurement, and Quality teams to resolve systemic supplier issues

Lead supplier development initiatives including improvement plans and follow-up actions

Drive defect prevention, incoming quality stabilization, and long-term quality improvement initiatives

Develop supplier scorecards covering PPM, SCAR aging, COPQ, and audit results and support supplier performance reviews

Support HVAC-related supplier quality activities including validation, leak testing, pressure integrity, and thermal performance compliance

Education & Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Quality, or related field)
Strong experience in supplier quality management including PPAP, APQP, 8D, and supplier performance metrics

Experience in process assessment, gap analysis, and standardization of quality systems

Strong understanding of quality tools such as PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC, MSA, and COPQPreferred certifications: CQE, CQA, or equivalent

Experience with ISO 9001 or IATF 16949 certified environments

Exposure to complex manufacturing or electro-mechanical supply chains

Strong data analysis and reporting skills for KPI and supplier performance tracking

Added advantage:

Experience with HVAC systems, validation methods, and industry standards (e.g., ASHRAE)