Global Supplier Quality Advisor

Celestica; Johor; Hybrid; MYR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Celestica is seeking a senior Global Supplier Quality professional to lead QMS development and audits in Malaysia. You will drive global quality processes, coordinate audits, and support NPIs with a focus on root cause analysis and preventive actions. Strong collaboration with SQEs and leadership is required.

The role demands deep knowledge of ISO standards, APQP, FMEA, PPAP, and GD&T, with travel up to 75%. A Bachelor's degree and 9+ years in related fields are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical or business field; geography may vary.
• Lead Auditor certification preferred; strong audit experience essential.
• Minimum 9 years in manufacturing engineering, quality or supply chain.
• Lean Six Sigma certification preferred but not required.
• Willingness to travel 50%–75%.

Responsibilities

• Global QMS management: develop and maintain QMS documents and processes.
• Audit program oversight: coordinate global audits and risk-based plans.
• Auditor roster management: maintain qualified auditor register.
• Site support & performance tracking: assist SQEs and track KPIs.
• NPI: quality planning during product launches and transitions.
• Audit execution & selection: perform supplier qualification audits.
• Performance metrics & analytics: report supplier KPIs and trends.
• Issue resolution: drive SQIP and corrective actions with root cause analysis.
• Process standardization: improve global supplier quality processes.
• Supplier enablement: educate suppliers on quality methods and tools.

Skills

Lead Auditor

ISO Standards

Audit Management

NPI Quality

Supplier Quality

Root Cause Analysis

Project Management

Remote Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

APQP

FMEA

Control Plans

Gage R&R

GD&T

Job description

Summary

The Global Supplier Quality Team drives customer-focused excellence and continuous improvement across both external and vertically integrated suppliers while ensuring full compliance with industry, customer, and Celestica requirements.

Req ID: 139101

Remote Position: Hybrid

Region: Asia

Country: Malaysia

State/Province: Johor

City: Johor Bahru

This role fosters a Zero-Defect culture focused on value maximization and problem prevention. By identifying, managing, and mitigating supply chain risks, the position ensures a continuous flow of high-quality parts and minimizes operational disruptions.

Detailed Description

• Global QMS Management: Driving the GSQ WW QMS document creation, approval and maintenance. Developing and deploying robust Global Supplier Quality processes and procedures. Document control, maintenance and continual improvement of Supplier Quality processes.
• Audit Program Oversight: Coordinator for Global audits and maintaining and implementing the assignment of auditors from the global auditor register. Management and reporting of risk-based Supplier Audit program. Performing Supplier Qualification audits to assess quality systems, technical capability and process capability.
• Auditor Roster Management: Maintain the global qualified auditor register, ensuring qualified auditors are appropriately assigned to audit engagements.
• Site Support & Performance Tracking: Support local site Supplier Quality Engineers (SQEs) with on-site/virtual audits and supplier improvement initiatives. Track audit KPIs and provide monthly effectiveness reports to senior leadership.
• Requirement Alignment: Monitor the flow-down of customer and Celestica expectations to suppliers and sub-suppliers to ensure absolute clarity.
• New Product Introduction (NPI): Oversee quality planning during NPI, product transitions, process changes, and launch execution.
• Audit Execution & Selection: Conduct Supplier Qualification audits assessing quality systems and technical/process capabilities; assist in supplier selection and onboarding.
• Performance Metrics & Analytics: Generate, analyze, and report supplier performance metrics, KPIs, and data trends. Participate in Periodic Business Reviews (PBRs) for high-impact and preferred suppliers.
• Issue Resolution: Monitor ongoing supplier performance, driving Supplier Quality Improvement Plans (SQIP) to resolve systemic issues. Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to implement root-cause and corrective action plans.
• Process Standardization: Develop, deploy, and continuously improve global Supplier Quality processes, standards, and document controls.
• Supplier Enablement: Educate suppliers on core quality methodologies, including FMEA, Control Plans, 8D/Root Cause Analysis, and problem-solving tools.
• Other Duties: Perform additional tasks and projects as directed by Supplier Quality Management (SQM).

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies

• Language Proficiency: Fluent in spoken and written English, with demonstrated capability in authoring complex technical documentation.
• Quality Standards: Practical working knowledge of international standards, including ISO 9001, AS9100 / AS9000 series, ISO 13485, IATF 16949, FDA, and VDA.
• Audit Expertise: Certified Lead Auditor credential with extensive hands-on experience conducting quality system audits.
• Manufacturing Experience: Hands-on experience with electronic and mechanical assembly, alongside broad knowledge of varied manufacturing processes.
• Problem-Solving Mastery: Advanced capability to lead teams in root cause analysis and corrective actions utilizing the 8D process and structured quality tools.
• Core Quality Tools: Deep familiarity with APQP, FMEA, PPAP, Control Plans, SPC, and Gage R&R.
• Quality Controls: Strong understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing) and management of Key/Critical Characteristics.
• Proven project management skills with the ability to lead multiple projects concurrently.
• Outstanding communication, facilitation, and collaboration skills across internal and external stakeholders.
• Highly self-motivated and adaptable, with a cooperative, team-oriented mindset for remote work environments.
• Experience: Minimum of 9 years of relevant experience in manufacturing engineering, quality, and/or supply chain management.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in a related technical/business field, or an equivalent combination of education and direct industry experience. (Educational requirements may vary by geography).
• Certifications: Lean Six Sigma certification (Green/Black Belt) is preferred but not required. Lead Auditor certification is strongly preferred.
• Travel: Ability and willingness to travel 50% – 75%.

Notes

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job. Job duties and the % of time identified for any function are subject to change at any time.

Celestica is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on any protected status (including race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran or disability status or other characteristics protected by law).

At Celestica we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. Special arrangements can be made for candidates who need it throughout the hiring process. Please indicate your needs and we will work with you to meet them.

Company Overview

Celestica, Inc. (NYSE: CLS; TSX: CLS) is a technology leader dedicated to driving customer success and market advancements. With deep expertise in design, engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and platform solutions, Celestica enables critical data center infrastructure for AI, cloud, and hybrid cloud and advances technologies in high-growth markets. With a talented team and a strategic global network, Celestica helps its customers achieve competitive advantages.

Today, Celestica delivers innovative supply chain solutions globally to customers in strategic two operating and reporting segments: Advanced Technology Solutions (ATS) and Connectivity and Cloud Solutions (CC):

ATS: This segment serves customers in complex, regulated and high-reliability markets such as Industrial & Smart Energy, Aerospace & Defense, Semiconductor Capital Equipment, and HealthTech. It is engineering led, with deep expertise in design, manufacturing and lifecycle solutions.

CCS: This segment focuses on high-performance technology solutions and services for the data center, serving hyperscalers, digital native customers and enterprises. Celestica's Platform Solutions offering provides innovative and customizable computing, storage and networking solutions enabling AI-driven growth.

Built on a legacy of trust and performance, Celestica has earned its reputation by delivering results in complex and fast-changing markets. Celestica exceeds customer expectations by identifying trends and staying ahead of the curve. Backed by comprehensive capabilities and a global network across North America, Europe and Asia, Celestica helps customers gain competitive advantage with the quality, flexibility and resiliency they need to respond quickly to shifts in demand. Guided by a bold vision to accelerate market advancements, Celestica delivers innovative solutions and technologies that turn complexity into opportunity. Anchored in teamwork and commitment, Celestica strives to be the most trusted partner to its customers and colleagues worldwide.

Celestica would like to thank all applicants, however, only qualified applicants will be contacted.

Celestica does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies or fee based recruitment services.