Supplier Development & Quality Engineer

VAT Vakuumventile AG; Batu Kawan; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supplier of vacuum technology in Batu Kawan is seeking a Supplier Development and Quality Engineer to oversee supplier quality initiatives. This role involves identifying new suppliers, conducting audits, and implementing effective supplier management processes. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in supplier quality management, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in tools like 8D and FMEA. Join this company and contribute to their commitment to innovation and quality excellence.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Training programs

Equal opportunity employer

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in supplier quality development and management.
• Experience in managing standard parts like O-rings and screws.
• Fluency in English (both written and spoken).

Responsibilities

• Identify and qualify new suppliers to meet business needs.
• Conduct audits and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Implement VAT Supplier Management Processes effectively.

Skills

Supplier quality development

Root cause analysis

Communication skills

Supplier audits

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in science-related field

Tools

8D

FMEA

Job description

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Supplier Development and Quality Engineer

Location: Batu Kawan, MY

Employment Type: Permanent

BE GREAT TOGETHER WITH US.

Innovation, Efficiency and Ambition: this is what VAT has stood for over 50 years.

With this passion, VAT has grown to become the leading international developer, manufacturer and supplier of high-performance high-end vacuum valves and vacuum sealing technology, employing over 2000 people worldwide. The headquarters are located in Haag (Switzerland), the production centers in Switzerland, Malaysia, Romania and Taiwan.

The Supplier Development & Quality Engineer supports the Strategic Sourcing team in managing supplier quality development and solving supplier quality issues promptly. The role focuses on meeting departmental KPIs through effective supplier performance monitoring, reduction of non-conformances and scrap, and ensuring timely and accurate 8D reporting to drive continuous improvement in supplier quality and reliability.

Your responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• New Supplier Selection and Qualification: Identify and qualify new suppliers to meet business needs.
• Existing Supplier Audit and Improvement: Conduct audits and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Deploy VAT Supplier Management Processes: Implement VAT processes effectively across suppliers.
• Manage Standard Parts Suppliers: Oversee suppliers for O-rings, screws, but not limited to raw materials (aluminium & stainless steel), surface treatments (clear/hard anodizing, cleaning), and assemblies (M&E/P&E/E&E).
• Supplier Training: Organize and manage training on VAT-specific standards.
• Capability Assessments: Perform regular supplier capability evaluations aligned with Asia Supply Chain Growth Plan.
• Situation Analysis and Recovery Planning: Identify gaps and proactively plan recovery measures.
• Execute Quality Improvement Plans: Pursue quality goals and monitor implementation of improvement measures.
• Provide Analytical and Technical Data: Support decision-making for supplier development and validate technical actions during process improvements or escalations.
• Co-drive Reviews: Participate in Supplier Quality Management Reviews and Quarterly Business Reviews with Category Management.
• Bachelor’s Degree in any science-related field
• Working experience of at least 5 years in supplier quality development and management
• Proficiency in root cause analysis and tools such as 8D, FMEA
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally
• Strong verbal and written communication for interaction

Preferred Qualification:

• Experience in managing standard parts such as O-ring, screw and other standard components
• Experience in conducting supplier audits and implementing corrective actions effectively
• Familiar with ISO and relevant industrial standards and requirements
• Demonstrated success in supplier development initiatives
• Fluent in English (both written and spoken)

VAT is an equal opportunity employer. We see ourselves as a responsible and far-sighted employer that offers not only jobs, but also career and personal development opportunities through various training programs. We recognize the value of employee diversity and provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified application that contributes to innovation, improves customer orientation and employee satisfaction. One-step in this direction is to ensure that people are recognized and fairly compensated for their contributions to the company. In 2021, VAT received the Fair-ON-Pay+ certificate as an acknowledgement for our commitment in ensuring equal pay for equal work between men and women.