You step into the plant ready to shape supplier performance. Morning begins with reviewing supplier scorecards and trend charts. By midday, you are on a video call closing out a corrective action plan with a key vendor. Afternoon is spent on-site at a supplier, walking the floor, sampling product, and validating that their quality system truly delivers what the paperwork promises. You wrap up by refining an inspection plan for an upcoming product launch and logging clear, concise notes for the team.
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Qualify and approve supplier quality systems and process controls through rigorous evaluations.
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Plan and conduct supplier audits and assessments, verifying compliance with company standards and expectations.
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Partner with suppliers to resolve nonconformances using structured root cause analysis and durable corrective actions.
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Track and interpret supplier KPIs, provide actionable feedback, and drive continuous improvement.
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Create and maintain dependable quality documentation such as inspection plans, control methods, and summary reports.
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Contribute to cross-functional teams supporting new product development and successful launch readiness.
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Coach suppliers on requirements, best practices, and practical tools that elevate quality performance.
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Monitor industry developments and regulatory changes that impact supplier quality, and translate them into clear guidance.
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Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Assurance, or a related discipline.
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2+ years in supplier quality engineering or a closely related function.
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Strong command of quality management systems and methodologies, including ISO 9001 and Six Sigma concepts.
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Sharp analytical mindset and a proven, methodical approach to problem solving.
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Clear, persuasive communication and collaboration skills with both suppliers and internal stakeholders.
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Hands-on proficiency with quality tools and software, including statistical analysis techniques.
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Willingness and ability to travel as needed for supplier audits and on-site assessments.
Supplier Management
