Supplier Quality Expert (f / m / d)

Hitachi Energy; Milano; Ibrido; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Join a leading company as a Supplier Quality Expert where you'll be responsible for driving quality excellence in the supply chain for high voltage components. This role requires significant experience in supplier quality, technical understanding of metal components, and leadership in cross-functional teams. With a commitment to continuous improvement and collaboration, you will develop strategies to enhance quality and compliance in the supplier network.

Servizi

Flexible working arrangements

Strong learning and development opportunities

Dynamic and collaborative team environment

Competitive compensation and benefits package

Competenze

• Fluent in English, capable of leading conference calls.
• 7+ years of experience in Supplier Quality or Manufacturing Process Quality.
• Ability to work in cross-functional global teams.

Mansioni

• Develop and lead PPAP qualification plans and supplier surveillance programs.
• Conduct supplier audits to ensure compliance with global quality requirements.
• Drive process optimization using statistical methodologies.

Conoscenze

Supplier Quality

Process Optimization

Root Cause Analysis

Statistical Methodologies

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Strumenti

Lean Six Sigma

Descrizione del lavoro

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In this role, you will drive excellence in quality, delivery, and compliance for the supply base. You will ensure global processes are understood and implemented by the SCM network. As a Supplier Quality Expert for Metal Components (steel structures, Al / Cu welded parts, contacts), you will work closely with Hitachi Energy's High Voltage Supply Chain, Technical Center, Group Product Service Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and the Global SCM team to support supplier quality requirements for high voltage commodities and suppliers.

How You’ll Make An Impact

• Develop and lead PPAP qualification plans, process / product verification, and supplier surveillance programs
• Participate in supplier technical review meetings, approval processes, and internal product introduction processes
• Drive process optimization using statistical methodologies to improve critical quality characteristics
• Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) and implement FMEA for process improvement and corrective actions
• Reduce Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ) by integrating customer and factory feedback into supplier processes
• Support SQEs, product engineering, and key suppliers in achieving industry-leading standards
• Lead global quality initiatives, failure analyses, and special projects for steel structures and welded aluminum / copper components
• Plan and conduct supplier audits to ensure compliance with global quality requirements
• Collaborate closely with Category Teams to implement strategies and support supplier selection, classification, and development

Your Background

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or relevant technical field from an accredited university or college
• Fluent in English, capable of leading technical conference calls, reading drawings and procedures in English
• 7+ years of experience in Supplier Quality or Manufacturing Process Quality, preferably with Steel structures and welded parts
• Ability to work in cross-functional and global team environments
• Willingness to travel up to 40% as required
• Lean Six Sigma Green / Black Belt certification or equivalent quality training

More About Us

• Engaging work as part of a dynamic, passionate, and collaborative team committed to innovation and continuous improvement
• Strong learning and development opportunities
• Environment fostering collaboration, diversity, and inclusion
• Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid / remote options
• Competitive compensation and benefits package

Locations

• Type : Full-time
• Experience : Experienced
• Function : Quality Management
• Industries : Appliances, Electrical, Electronics Manufacturing, IT Services, IT Consulting
• Seniority level : Mid-Senior level

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Supplier Quality • Lombardia, Milano, Italia