Supply Chain Development Manager

Sanmina Corporation; Chennai; Remote; INR 3,500,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanmina Corporation in India seeks a Senior Regional Supplier Quality Manager for APAC to lead supplier quality across regional supply chains for transformer manufacturing. You will drive supplier audits, APQP/PPAP processes, CAPA, and cross-functional alignment with Global Sourcing, Engineering and Plant Quality to ensure top-tier reliability and regulatory compliance.

The role requires 15+ years in heavy manufacturing QA, deep transformer component knowledge, and willingness to travel

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or related engineering field.
• 15+ years QA experience in heavy manufacturing, power equipment, transformers or industrial sectors.
• Deep knowledge of transformer mechanical components and electromechanical units.
• Strong knowledge of IEC 60076, IEEE C57, NACE, ISO 9001, ISO 3834, AWS D1.1, ISO 12944.

Responsibilities

• Lead supplier quality audits (VDA 6.3, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 as applicable).
• Oversee component qualification using APQP/PPAP methodologies.
• Drive RCA/CAPA using 8D, 5-Why, Fishbone.
• Coordinate regional sourcing quality governance with Global Sourcing & Plant Quality.

Skills

Auditing

Stakeholder management

Root Cause Analysis

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Materials Science

Job description

Description

Supply Chain Development Manager (APAC)

Department: Supply Chain Management

Reports To: VP-Supply Chain

Location: Remote (India) with Regional Travel

Industry: Power & Distribution Transformers, Electrical Equipment, Energy Infrastructure

Company Description

Sanmina Corporation is a global manufacturing & services company that supports diversified

Customers with innovative products and manufacturing services. More details can be found at

https://www.sanmina.com/

Business Unit Description

The Power & Energy business is currently based out of a Greenfield facility in Houston, US.

It’s geared up to provide a unique solution in a distribution transformer space designed &

Engineered in technical collaboration with Sanmina’s Technology Partner from Europe.

The opportunity is for a seasoned supplier quality professional with a robust track record of

success and a strong technical foundation in developing & managing regional supply base

to cater to the facilities & customers that are based globally.

Job Purpose

The Regional Supplier Quality Manager (SQM) – Mechanicals & Electro mechanicals is responsible for establishing, leading, and continuous execution of the supplier quality management strategy across regional supply chains for transformer manufacturing. This role ensures that all mechanical components (e.g., tanks, radiators, insulation materials, structural steel) and electromechanical assemblies (e.g., tap changers, bushings, control cabinets, sensors, cooling systems etc.) meet rigorous reliability, safety, and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Supplier Qualification & Auditing
• Supplier Quality Management System Audit: Lead comprehensive supplier quality audits (VDA 6.3, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 as applicable) for prospective and active suppliers across the region.
• Component Qualification: Manage the approval process for new mechanical and electromechanical components using APQP and PPAP methodologies (or equivalent industry frameworks).
• Technical Capability Assessment: Evaluate supplier manufacturing processes, welding quality (e.g., ISO 3834 / AWS D1.1), non-destructive testing (NDT), surface treatment/coatings (C5-I/M ISO 12944 environments), and electromechanical integration.
• Supplier Quality Performance & Continuous Improvement
• KPI Tracking: Monitor, report, and drive improvement on key supplier metrics: Supplier Parts per Million (PPM), On-Time In-Spec (OTIS), First Pass Yield (FPY), and Non-Conformance Report (NCR) closure rates.
• Root Cause Analysis & Corrective Actions: Lead formal non-conformance investigations using 8D, 5-Why, and Fishbone methodologies. Ensure root causes are identified and permanent corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) are verified.
• Supplier Development: Drive continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Six Sigma) with strategic suppliers to improve yield, reduce lead times, and mitigate quality risks.
• Engineering & Technical Alignment
• Design for Manufacturability (DFM): Interface between Global Sourcing, Site Procurement, Engineering, and Suppliers to review engineering drawings, GD&T, material specifications, and tolerance stack-ups.
• Special Process Validation: Oversee validation of critical mechanical and electromechanical processes, including structural welding, hermetic seal integrity, galvanizing/painting, transformer tank pressure testing etc.
• Inspection & Test Plans (ITP): Define and approve critical-to-quality (CTQ) parameters, factory acceptance tests (FAT), and source inspection plans at supplier facilities.
• Regional Sourcing Strategy & Quality Governance
• Risk Management: Maintain regional supplier quality risk matrices, identifying critical component failure modes (FMEA) and establishing risk mitigation strategies.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Global Sourcing Managers, Plant Manufacturing Engineering, and Plant Quality teams to align supplier strategies with overall production schedules and cost targets.
• Standardization: Harmonize supplier quality standards, audit tools, and incoming quality control (IQC) procedures across regional manufacturing plants.

Qualifications & Skills

Educational & Technical Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or related engineering field.
• Experience: 15+ years of Quality Assurance experience in heavy manufacturing, power transmission & distribution, transformers, or industrial equipment sectors.
• Subject Matter Expertise:
• Deep technical understanding of transformer mechanical components (tank fabrication, conservator systems, radiator/cooling assemblies) and electromechanical units (on-load/off-circuit tap changers, high-voltage bushings, control panels, monitoring instruments).
• Strong knowledge of international standards: IEC 60076, IEEE C57, NACE, ISO 9001, ISO 3834, AWS D1.1, ISO 12944.

Certifications (Preferred)

• Certified Quality Auditor / Manager (ASQ CQA, CQE, or CQM)
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt
• VDA 6.3 Process Auditor certification
• NDT Level II (VT/PT/MT/UT) or International Welding Engineer (IWE) / CWI is a strong plus
• Coating Inspection NACE Level 2 or Higher

Core Competencies & Soft Skills

• Problem Solving: Advanced analytical skills with proficiency in 8D, FMEA, SPC, and Root Cause Analysis.
• Auditing & Compliance: Proven ability to audit complex industrial supply chains and enforce rigorous quality standards.
• Stakeholder Management: Exceptional communication and negotiation skills to manage regional cross-cultural supplier relationships and internal executive communication.
• Travel Willingness: Ability to travel up to 40%–50% regionally for supplier visits, audits, and source inspections.