Supplier Quality Engineer

Supplier Quality SMEThe 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 metricsDefine and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) for supplier quality engineers and suppliersImprove PPAP quality and First Pass Yield (FPY) through standardized review criteria and readiness expectationsStrengthen corrective action effectiveness through proper root cause analysis and validation of permanent solutionsDevelop and execute COPQ reduction strategies targeting high-impact suppliers and recurring issuesConduct supplier assessments, audits, and capability evaluations to improve compliance and maturityCollaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Procurement, and Quality teams to resolve systemic supplier issuesLead supplier development initiatives including improvement plans and follow-up actionsDrive defect prevention, incoming quality stabilization, and long-term quality improvement initiativesDevelop supplier scorecards covering PPM, SCAR aging, COPQ, and audit results and support supplier performance reviewsSupport HVAC-related supplier quality activities including validation, leak testing, pressure integrity, and thermal performance complianceEducation & 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 metricsExperience in process assessment, gap analysis, and standardization of quality systemsStrong understanding of quality tools such as PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC, MSA, and COPQPreferred certifications: CQE, CQA, or equivalentExperience with ISO 9001 or IATF 16949 certified environmentsExposure to complex manufacturing or electro-mechanical supply chainsStrong data analysis and reporting skills for KPI and supplier performance trackingAdded advantage: Experience with HVAC systems, validation methods, and industry standards (e.g., ASHRAE)