Supplier Quality Manager (SQM) - Solution Business

Siemens Mobility; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens Technology and Services Private Limited in Chennai is seeking a seasoned Supplier Quality Manager (SQM) for the Solution Business. You will lead supplier qualification, audits and risk management initiatives to ensure quality across the supplier base, working with procurement and engineering teams.

The role requires 8+ years in supplier quality, international exposure, and strong auditing credentials (VDA 6.3 / ISO 9001).

Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional experience in Supplier Quality Management or Quality Management
• Experience in project-oriented and solution-based environments
• Strong knowledge of supplier qualifications, audits and risk management
• Fluent English; travel internationally if needed

Responsibilities

• Manage and deploy the BU Supplier Quality Management strategy and governance
• Support supplier selection, development and qualification activities
• Ensure supplier qualification processes meet company standards and risk requirements
• Conduct supplier risk assessments and define mitigation measures
• Monitor supplier lifecycle, audit findings and corrective actions
• Drive preventive supplier quality measures and risk-based decision making
• Coordinate supplier audits (e.g., VDA 6.3, ISO 9001) and QAAs
• Collaborate with Procurement, Engineering and cross-functional teams
• Promote continuous improvement in supplier quality processes and tools
• Provide quality assessments and recommendations for supplier qualification decisions

Skills

Supplier Quality Management

Quality Management

Project Management

International Collaboration

Stakeholder Management

Auditing

Risk Management

8D / FMEA

Root Cause Analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering/Quality Mgmt/Business Admin

Tools

VDA 6.3

ISO 9001

CAPA

Job description

Supplier Quality Manager (SQM) - Solution Business

524023

07-Oct-2026

Foundational Technologies

Quality Management

Siemens Technology and Services Private Limited

We empower our people to stay resilient and relevant in a constantly changing world. We’re looking for people who are always searching for creative ways to grow and learn. People who want to make a real impact, now and in the future. Does that sound like you? Then it seems like you’d make a great addition to our vibrant international team.

We are looking for: Supplier Quality Manager (SQM) - Solution Business

You’ll make an impact by:

• Supplier Quality Management
• Implement and deploy the Business Unit Supplier Quality Management strategy, governance framework, and applicable processes.
• Support sourcing decisions and supplier selection and development activities.
• Ensure supplier qualification processes are conducted in accordance with company standards and risk-based requirements.
• Perform supplier risk assessments together with relevant stakeholders and define appropriate mitigation measures.
• Monitor supplier qualification status and supplier risk profiles throughout the supplier lifecycle.
• Promote preventive supplier quality assurance measures and risk-based decision-making.
• Drive consistent application of supplier quality methods, standards, and tools across the organization.
• Plan, organize and execute supplier assessments and audits (e.g., VDA 6.3, ISO 9001, EHS).
• Support qualification activities for new suppliers and suppliers with elevated risk exposure.
• Ensure effective follow-up, verification and closure of audit findings and qualification actions.
• Establish, maintain and monitor Quality Assurance Agreements (QAA) where applicable.
• Define and track supplier qualification and improvement measures based on assessment results and identified risks.
• Support qualification decisions by providing supplier quality assessments and recommendations.

Project & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Collaborate closely with Procurement, Engineering, QMIPs and other relevant stakeholders.
• Support sourcing and project teams in evaluating supplier-related quality and risk aspects.
• Facilitate supplier qualification and supplier risk assessments together with responsible stakeholders and technical experts.
• Provide supplier quality methods, tools and governance expertise during sourcing and project-related decision-making processes.
• Ensure supplier quality requirements, qualification criteria and identified supplier risks are appropriately considered before supplier nomination and ordering decisions.
• Support escalation processes related to supplier quality risks and qualification topics.
• Drive structured supplier risk identification, assessment and mitigation activities.
• Maintain transparency regarding supplier qualification status, audit results, identified risks and mitigation actions.
• Contribute to lessons learned and continuous improvement activities related to supplier quality management processes.

Sustainability & Continuous Improvement

• Support implementation of sustainability, compliance and responsible sourcing requirements within the supplier base.
• Drive supplier development initiatives based on risk assessments, audit findings and strategic business needs.
• Promote preventive quality methodologies and risk-based thinking across the supplier lifecycle.
• Facilitate lessons learned and best-practice sharing across suppliers and commodities.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of Supplier Quality Management processes, methods, tools and standards..

Use your skills to move the world forward!

• Bachelor's or master’s degree in engineering, Quality Management, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• 8 years of professional experience in Supplier Quality Management, Quality Management, Engineering, Supply Chain Management
• 3 years’ experience in project-oriented and solution-based business environments.
• Experience working in international and cross-functional organizations.
• Certifications - Formal qualification in Project Management ( e.g. PMP, IPMA, Prince2 or equivalent)
• Certified Process Auditor (e.g., VDA 6.3) or equivalent supplier quality auditing qualification/certification.
• Strong knowledge of supplier qualifications, supplier audits and supplier risk management.
• Experience in supplier assessments, qualification programs.
• Good understanding of supplier lifecycle management, sourcing processes and project business..
• Knowledge of quality methodologies such as 8D, FMEA, CAPA, Root Cause Analysis and Risk Management.
• Strong communication, facilitation and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to influence suppliers and cross-functional teams without direct authority.
• Ability to facilitate risk-based decision-making and drive preventive quality approaches.
• Fluent English skills; additional languages are beneficial.
• Willingness to travel internationally if required.

Create a better #TomorrowWithUs!

This role is based in Chennai, where you’ll get the chance to work with teams impacting entire cities, countries - and the shape of things to come.

We value your unique identity and perspective and are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society. Come bring your authentic self and create a better tomorrow with us.

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