Supplier Quality Manager 4

Emerson Electric Co; Pune District; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson Electric Co in Pune, India, invites a results-driven professional to lead supplier development and optimization initiatives across a global manufacturing network. You will partner with cross-functional teams to advance supplier capability, performance, and quality while ensuring supply continuity and cost improvements.

The role emphasizes LEAN, APQP/PPAP familiarity, risk mitigation, and strong stakeholder engagement to drive measurable gains in delivery, quality, and productivity.

Qualifications

• Experience leading supplier development initiatives in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of APQP, PPAP, and supplier qualification processes.
• Ability to evaluate supplier capability, capacity, and readiness.
• Strong communication and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead supplier development strategies to improve capability, quality, and delivery.
• Partner with Product Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality, Operations, and Sourcing teams to execute supplier projects.
• Oversee new product introduction, localization, supplier transitions, and risk mitigation initiatives.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Promote a proactive safety culture by ensuring compliance with safety standards across the supplier network.
• Monitor supplier performance using key metrics and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Assess supplier capabilities and gaps, develop improvement plans, and track milestones.
• Facilitate supplier participation in new product development and qualification programs.
• Collaborate to analyze demand forecasts and ensure continuity of supply.
• Drive Lean problem-solving, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Supplier development

Cross-functional collaboration

Lean / Six Sigma

Data-driven decisions

Stakeholder management

Job description

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Lead supplier development strategies and initiatives that improve supplier capability, capacity, quality, delivery performance, innovation, safety, and cash optimization.
• Partner with Product Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality, Operations, and Sourcing teams to execute supplier development projects that align with business objectives and growth priorities.
• Drive successful implementation of new product introduction, localization, supplier transitions, and supply chain risk mitigation initiatives.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders to enhance collaboration, responsiveness, and overall supply chain performance.
• Champion a proactive safety culture by promoting compliance with safety standards and best practices across the supplier network.
• Monitor supplier performance using key operational and quality metrics and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Assess supplier capabilities and performance gaps, develop improvement plans, and track progress against defined milestones and objectives.
• Facilitate supplier participation in new product development activities, project reviews, qualification programs, and business growth initiatives.
• Collaborate with suppliers and cross-functional teams to analyze demand forecasts, evaluate production capacity, and ensure continuity of supply.
• Drive adoption of structured problem-solving, Lean principles, root cause analysis, corrective actions, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Support supplier education and capability-building programs that enable sustainable operational excellence.
• Coordinate First Article Inspection activities and ensure timely completion of qualification requirements for development and sourcing projects.
• Lead implementation and compliance activities related to Production Part Approval Process requirements where applicable.
• Evaluate supplier manufacturing readiness, scalability, and operational effectiveness to support current and future business needs.
• Identify potential supply chain risks and implement mitigation plans that support business continuity and customer satisfaction.
• Drive supplier consolidation and optimization strategies by strengthening relationships with high-performing suppliers and identifying new sourcing opportunities.
• Deliver measurable improvements in quality, delivery, cost, productivity, capacity, and supplier responsiveness across the supply base.

Who You Are:

You build strong partnerships and work collaboratively across functions, suppliers, and regions to achieve shared objectives. You make sound decisions by analyzing information, evaluating risks, and balancing short-term priorities with long-term business goals. You actively seek opportunities to improve processes, challenge conventional approaches, and drive innovative solutions that enhance performance. You develop effective plans, maintain accountability for results, and adapt to changing business needs while helping others succeed through clear communication, influence, and collaboration.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Experience leading supplier development, supplier performance improvement, or supply chain optimization initiatives in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of supplier quality systems, manufacturing processes, and supply chain management principles.
• Experience working with machined, molded, and purchased components or comparable manufacturing categories.
• Ability to evaluate supplier capability, capacity, performance, and operational readiness.
• Experience leading cross-functional projects involving sourcing, operations, engineering, quality, and supply chain teams.
• Understanding of continuous improvement methodologies, structured problem-solving approaches, and root cause analysis techniques.
• Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and translate insights into actionable improvement plans.
• Strong communication, stakeholder management, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic global business environment.
• Willingness and ability to travel as required to supplier and business locations.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Experience supporting new product introduction, supplier transitions, localization programs, or strategic sourcing initiatives.
• Knowledge of APQP, PPAP, First Article Inspection requirements, and supplier qualification processes.
• Experience implementing Lean Manufacturing, operational excellence, or continuous improvement programs within supplier networks.
• Knowledge of supply risk management, supplier development frameworks, and global sourcing strategies.
• Experience working within a multinational manufacturing organization and collaborating with geographically dispersed teams.
• Professional certifications related to quality, operations, supply chain, or continuous improvement are valued.
• Demonstrated success achieving measurable improvements in supplier quality, on-time delivery, productivity, and cost performance.

Our Culture and Commitment To You:

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives-because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.