DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Global Supplier Quality Strategy
61 Develop and implement a unified global supplier quality strategy for outsourced suppliers across injection-molded parts and surface treatments (e.g., plating, silkscreen, painting).
61 Establish and maintain consistent quality standards and metrics across regions.
61 Collaborate with regional SQE teams to adapt global quality strategies to meet local regulatory requirements and company objectives.
2. Supplier Quality Oversight and Team Leadership
61 Lead and mentor regional SQE teams in Zhuhai, Thailand, and Malaysia, ensuring alignment with global quality goals.
61 Conduct regular reviews of supplier quality performance with regional teams, addressing recurring issues and ensuring timely resolution.
61 Drive cross-regional best practices and training to elevate overall supplier quality standards.
3. Audit, Compliance, and Continuous Improvement
61 Oversee and participate in critical supplier audits to ensure compliance with company specifications, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
61 Collaborate with suppliers to identify root causes of quality issues, implement corrective actions, and establish preventive measures.
61 Lead global initiatives for continuous improvement in supplier quality performance, incorporating Lean and Six Sigma principles.
4. Quality Risk Management and Defect Control
61 Define and oversee a global process for managing defective parts, including return, inspection, and disposition.
61 Develop robust communication protocols with suppliers for managing quality defects and improvement plans.
61 Implement risk management strategies to mitigate potential quality and supply chain disruptions.
5. Reporting and Documentation
61 Standardize and oversee the documentation of supplier audits, quality control processes, and corrective actions across all regions.
61 Prepare global quality performance reports for executive stakeholders, highlighting KPIs, trends, and improvement opportunities.
6. Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement
61 Work closely with the global procurement, engineering, and operations teams to ensure supplier quality aligns with production and business goals.
61 Collaborate with suppliers to align on quality requirements, specifications, and continuous improvement initiatives.
61 Serve as a key liaison between SQE teams and the Global Procurement Director.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
1. Strong knowledge of injection-molded parts and surface treatment processes (e.g., plating, silkscreen, painting).
2. Proven leadership and team management skills, with the ability to work across diverse cultures and regions.
3. Expertise in global supplier quality management systems, ISO standards, and compliance requirements.
4. Proficiency in data-driven quality management tools (e.g., FMEA, APQP, SPC) and methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma).
5. Excellent communication skills in English; proficiency in Mandarin or Malay is a strong advantage.
6. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on process optimization and continuous improvement.
7. Minimum 10 years of experience in supplier quality management, including at least 3 years in a global or regional leadership role.
8. Demonstrated success in managing cross-regional quality initiatives and supplier development programs.