Global SAP QM & NPD Quality Systems Lead

LIXIL; Albergaria-a-Velha; Hybrid; EUR 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

LIXIL is seeking a Global Quality Systems & NPD Integration Lead in Portugal. The role combines SAP S/4HANA Quality Management governance with NPD quality leadership to drive Quality at the Source across regions and the global LIFT program.

You will partner with Asia, EMENA, the Americas, R&D and manufacturing to harmonise processes, improve QM templates, manage backlogs, and deliver continuous improvement after rollout across global sites.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree required or equivalent.
• 5+ years in Quality, Engineering, or Manufacturing Operations internationally.
• Strong SAP QM/PP knowledge (S/4HANA preferred).
• Deep understanding of PPAP, APQP, SPC, FMEA, and core quality tools.
• Experience with supplier quality, audits, and NPD processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead SAP S/4HANA QM deployment, governance, and template integrity.
• Manage rollout activities across regions and maintain global QM template coherence.
• Drive continuous improvement post-rollout across regions and stakeholders.
• Embed Quality at the Source principles across Stage Gate and NPD processes.
• Define and manage Critical Characteristics; conduct supplier process audits.
• Drive 8D actions, containment, rework, and cost tracking as required.

Skills

Quality Engineering

SAP QM/PP

NPD Quality

Quality at the Source

Stakeholder Influence

MS Office

Autonomous Working

Education

Engineering degree (Mechanical, Industrial, or related)

Tools

S/4HANA

MS Excel

Job description

LIXIL is seeking a Global Quality Systems & NPD Integration Lead in Portugal. The role combines SAP S/4HANA Quality Management governance with NPD quality leadership to drive Quality at the Source across regions and the global LIFT program.

You will partner with Asia, EMENA, the Americas, R&D and manufacturing to harmonise processes, improve QM templates, manage backlogs, and deliver continuous improvement after rollout across global sites.