Supplier Development Engineering Director

Michael Page; Malacca City; On-site; MYR 339,000 - 415,000; Full time

Job summary

An international recruitment agency is seeking a Supplier Engineering Director in Malacca, Malaysia. This role involves defining supplier evaluation criteria, developing high-performing teams, and improving supplier capabilities in the manufacturing industry. Candidates should possess a degree in Engineering, 8-10 years of relevant experience, and proficiency in Six Sigma and Lean methodologies. The position offers a competitive salary package, permanent stability, and growth opportunities while supporting a global network.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Opportunity to work with a multinational corporation

Permanent position

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Experience in industrial equipment, automotive, semiconductor, or medical manufacturing environments.
• 8-10 years of relevant experience with a minimum of 5 years in a managerial role.
• Strong knowledge of machining, plating, and assembly processes.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings (GD&T preferred).

Responsibilities

• Define and own supplier evaluation criteria.
• Lead new supplier selection through a qualification process.
• Develop a high-performing engineering team to enhance supplier quality.
• Track and analyze supplier performance indicators using scorecards.
• Provide technical expertise for manufacturing complex parts.

Skills

Continuous improvement

Operational efficiency

Excellent communication

Problem-solving

Project management

Collaboration skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Six Sigma (Black Belt preferred)

Lean/Toyota Production System

Quality tools (PFMEA, Control Plan, SPC, MSA)

Job description

• Great opportunity to be with an expanding organisation
• Attractive salary & benefits

About Our Client

The company is a large organization operating in the industrial and manufacturing industry, known for its commitment to innovation and operational excellence. It is a well-established entity with a global presence and a focus on delivering high-quality products and services.

Job Description

Supplier Evaluation & Evaluation Selection

• Define and own supplier evaluation criteria and scoring systems to assess quality, delivery, and cost performance.
• Lead new supplier selection through a disciplined and robust qualification process.

Supplier Development & Capability Building

• Develop and lead a high-performing engineering team to partner with supply chain and enhance supplier capability and quality.
• Align supplier capabilities with product requirements and drive strategic improvement plans for key suppliers.
• Execute Supplier Development Engineering Playbook and implement improvement projects using Lean/TPS and Six Sigma tools.

Performance Management

• Track and analyze supplier performance indicators using scorecards and rankings to ensure consistent compliance with business needs.
• Eliminate risks impacting supplier performance and elevate issues as necessary.

Technical Support & Problem Solving

• Provide technical expertise for manufacturing complex parts and sub-assemblies.
• Review supplier manufacturing processes for compliance with engineering drawings and specifications.
• Lead PFMEA activities, work instruction improvements, and control plan effectiveness with suppliers.

Cross-Functional Leadership

• Direct activities of Supplier Development Engineers in Asia and collaborate with global Quality teams.
• Drive cross-functional engagement to remove roadblocks and improve supplier performance.

The Successful Applicant

• Experience in driving continuous improvement and operational efficiency. Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• 8-10 years of relevant experience in industrial equipment, automotive, semiconductor, or medical manufacturing environments.
• Minimum 5 years of managerial experience, including leading teams across multiple sites in a global organization.
• Proven expertise in Six Sigma (Black Belt preferred) and Lean/Toyota Production System (certification preferred).
• Strong knowledge of machining, plating, and assembly processes.
• Familiarity with quality tools and APQP methodologies (PFMEA, Control Plan, SPC, MSA).
• Experience in supply chain, operations, business management, or manufacturing engineering.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Strong problem-solving and project management skills, including Kaizen facilitation.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings (GD&T preferred) and perform production readiness assessments.
• Experience working with global suppliers and customers.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary package ranging from MYR 339300 to MYR 414700 annually.
• Opportunity to work with a multinational corporation (MNC) in the industrial and manufacturing industry.
• Permanent position offering stability and growth opportunities.
• Exposure to a global network and advanced technologies.
• Supportive and professional working environment.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Supplier Engineering Director, apply now to join this exciting opportunity and drive success in the industrial and manufacturing industry!

Contact

Tristan Voon

Quote job ref: JN-122025-6901752