Quality Specialist

USTBC ABB Installation Products Inc.; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 2,800,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB Bengaluru (PEENYA) seeks an experienced supplier quality professional to oversee supplier assessments, PPAPs, and development for low-voltage switchboards. You will manage on-site and off-site supplier quality, drive corrective actions, and report KPIs to the Q&I Manager.

The role requires 8–12 years in LV switchboard supplier quality, strong English and Hindi communication, and willingness to travel up to 50%. Based in Bengaluru, collaboration with buyers and internal teams is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent.
• 8–12 years of LV switchboard supplier quality experience.
• English and Hindi communication with suppliers and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage supplier approval processes for parts, materials, and subcontractor services, including PPAP and product surveillance at supplier sites.
• Resolve supplier-related issues promptly, including quality concerns, delivery delays, non-conformances, and project service issues, with stakeholders.
• Collaborate with buyers to engage suppliers, manage claims, and address supplier performance concerns.
• Oversee supplier onboarding, evaluation, and development activities to ensure compliance and continuous improvement.
• Coordinate with internal teams to complete inspections and provide supplier evaluation reports to business managers.

Skills

English & Hindi communication

Travel up to 50%

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent

Job description

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner-and every person here makes that happen. You'll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This Position reports to:

Marketing & Sales Manager

What we believe in

At ABB, we are dedicated to addressing global challenges. Our core values: care, courage, curiosity, and collaboration - combined with a focus on diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities - are key drivers in our aim to empower everyone to create sustainable solutions. That's our story. Make it your story.

Your role and responsibilities

In this role, you will have the opportunity to oversee the execution of supplier assessments and execution of projects, implement both corrective and preventive actions based on supplier maturity and performance levels. Each day, you will manage operational supplier quality, both on-site and off-site, ensuring the thorough execution of supplier qualification, development processes and implementation of ABB guidelines. You will also showcase your knowledge by managing the supplier's Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).

The work model for the role is: #Li-Onsite

The role will support for the Electrification Smart Power Business, for Power Enclosures and reporting to Q&I Manager, will be based at PEENYA Bangalore, India.

You will be mainly accountable for

• Manage supplier approval processes for parts, materials, and subcontractor services, including PPAP and product surveillance at supplier manufacturing sites.
• Resolve supplier-related issues promptly, including quality concerns, delivery delays, non-compliant products, and project service issues, in collaboration with relevant stakeholders.
• Collaborate with buyers to engage suppliers, manage claims, and address supplier performance concerns effectively.
• Oversee supplier onboarding, evaluation, and development activities to ensure compliance, continuous improvement, and enhanced supplier performance. Coordinate with internal stakeholders to complete assigned inspections and provide supplier evaluation reports to business managers.
• Promote effective communication across internal teams, suppliers, and business functions while supporting initiatives that improve profitability, operational efficiency, and business growth.

Qualifications for the role

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or an equivalent technical qualification.
• 8-12 years of relevant experience in Low Voltage (LV) switchboards.
• Deep knowledge of supplier quality management within the LV switchboard industry.
• Demonstrated ability to manage supplier quality, ensuring compliance with quality standards and specifications.
• Demonstrated ability to execute assigned tasks effectively and deliver results within defined timelines.
• Solid communication skills in English and Hindi to collaborate effectively with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time based on business requirements.

More about us

ABB Smart Power provides energy distribution solutions for data centers, industrial and manufacturing plants, critical infrastructure and commercial buildings. The Division's technical teams work closely with industry partners, delivering advanced solutions that support rapid growth, energy transition, and sustainability objectives. The Division's portfolio includes industrial circuit breakers, low-voltage systems, motor starting applications, and safety devices like switches and relays. Its Power Protection unit supports the world's largest data center companies with advanced energy-efficient UPS solutions. The Division's ABB Ability Energy Manager provides a scalable, easy-to-use platform that helps organizations save energy and reduce CO2 emissions.

Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. We welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.

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