Global Supplier Quality Advisor

Celestica Inc.; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Celestica, Inc. in Malaysia seeks a Global Supplier Quality Advisor to drive worldwide supplier quality programs and NPI quality planning. You will lead audits, develop KPIs, and collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to prevent defects and ensure compliance with ISO and IATF standards.

The role emphasizes problem prevention, data-driven improvement, and strong cross-functional collaboration across manufacturing and supply chain. Travel up to 50–75% is expected.

Qualifications

• Drive the creation, approval, and maintenance of worldwide SQMS documents and ensure timely execution.
• Lead the risk-based global supplier audit program and prioritize audits based on risk assessments.
• Maintain the global qualified auditor register and ensure appropriate assignments.
• Support local site SQEs with audits and supplier improvement initiatives; track KPIs.
• Monitor flow-down of customer and Celestica expectations to suppliers.
• Oversee quality planning during NPI, product transitions, and launches.
• Conduct Supplier Qualification audits and assist in supplier onboarding.
• Generate and report supplier performance metrics and data trends.
• Drive Supplier Quality Improvement Plans to resolve systemic issues.
• Develop and continuously improve global Supplier Quality processes and controls.
• Educate suppliers on FMEA, Control Plans, 8D, and problem-solving tools.
• Travel up to 50–75%.

Responsibilities

• Drive the creation, approval, and ongoing maintenance of worldwide SQMS documents and collaborate with stakeholders.
• Lead the risk-based global supplier audit program and schedule audits for critical suppliers.
• Maintain the global qualified auditor register and assign auditors to engagements.
• Support local site SQEs with on-site/virtual audits and supplier improvement initiatives; track KPIs.
• Monitor the flow-down of expectations to suppliers to ensure clarity.
• Oversee quality planning during NPI and product transitions.
• Conduct supplier qualification audits and assist in onboarding.
• Generate, analyze, and report supplier KPIs and data trends.
• Drive SQIP to resolve systemic issues with root-cause actions.
• Develop, deploy, and improve global Supplier Quality processes.

Skills

Quality Management

Auditing

Supplier Quality

Problem Solving

Root Cause Analysis

Cross-functional

Data Analytics

Communication

Project Management

Remote work

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Audit Management System

Excel

Job description

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Global Supplier Quality Advisor

Date: Jul 29, 2026

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.

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: Drive the creation, approval, and ongoing maintenance of worldwide Supplier Quality Management System (SQMS) documents, collaborating with key stakeholders to ensure timely execution.
• Audit Program Oversight: Lead the risk-based global supplier audit program. Schedule and prioritize audits for critical suppliers based on risk assessments and maintain compliance with worldwide procedures.
• 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).
• 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.

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