Supplier Quality Engineer

ABB Inc; Västerås kommun; On-site; SEK 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB Marine & Ports in Västerås, Sweden, invites a skilled supplier quality professional to join our global team. You will lead end-to-end supplier onboarding, conduct risk assessments, and drive SPEs with cross-functional partners to ensure compliance, quality, and sustainability across direct materials and services.

You will manage supplier data in SAP, SAP Ariba and MDG, support operational purchasing, and guide internal stakeholders with governance standards.

Qualifications

• Engineering background in engineering, supply chain, or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience in supplier quality, procurement, or quality assurance within an industrial or project-driven environment.
• Hands-on proficiency with SAP, SAP Ariba, and Master Data Governance (MDG) and Office365.
• Resilient, decisive, and communicative mindset with integrity.
• Self-driven with strong organizational skills and the ability to guide and collaborate across global functions.
• Prior knowledge of ABB procurement processes and sustainability frameworks is an advantage.
• Fluency in Swedish and English, written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Qualify potential and existing suppliers for direct materials and services, ensuring compliance with ABB standards.
• Lead end-to-end supplier onboarding, conduct risk assessments, and coordinate supplier evaluations and non-conformance reporting.
• Drive supplier performance evaluations (SPE), leading annual reviews and corrective actions with global teams.
• Manage supplier lifecycle data and workflows within SAP, SAP Ariba, and MDG.
• Secure supplier material compliance with regulatory and sustainability programs (EcoVadis, SCIP, CMRT/3TG).
• Partner with engineering and supply chain on supplier qualifications, quality monitoring, and contract parameter maintenance.
• Support operational purchasing in resolving critical supply issues, including quality defects and delivery delays.
• Coach and guide internal stakeholders on supplier quality processes, tools, and governance standards.

Skills

Decisive

Communicative

Organizational skills

Resilient

Self-driven

Education

Engineering / supply chain background

Tools

SAP

SAP Ariba

MDG

Office365

Job description

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.This position reports to:BL Ports Global Sales Manager__Join our global team in driving the future of container terminal automation. As part of ABB’s center of excellence with worldwide responsibility for port automation, you will play a central role in a dynamic project environment connecting teams, suppliers, and projects across the globe.As a part of the Supply Chain Management team, you will ensure that our direct material and service partners meet ABB’s high standards of quality, reliability, and sustainability, while fostering strong supplier relationships that enable successful project execution.Your responsibilitiesQualify potential and existing suppliers for direct materials and services, ensuring compliance with ABB General Terms and Conditions, integrity, and sustainability standards.Lead end-to-end supplier onboarding, conduct risk assessments, and coordinate necessary supplier evaluations and non-conformance reporting.Drive supplier performance evaluations (SPE), leading annual reviews, performance dialogues, and corrective action follow-ups in close collaboration with global support teams.Manage supplier lifecycle data and workflows within SAP, SAP Ariba, and Master Data Governance (MDG).Secure supplier Material compliance with regulatory and sustainability programs, including reporting of Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions (EcoVadis), Substances of Concern In Products (SCIP), and Conflict Minerals declaration (CMRT/3TG).Partner with engineering and supply chain teams on supplier qualifications, quality monitoring, and contract parameter maintenance.Support operational purchasing in resolving critical supply issues, including quality defects, delivery delays, and service deviations.Coach and guide internal stakeholders on supplier quality processes, tools, and governance standards.Qualifications for the roleRelevant educational background in engineering, supply chain management, or equivalent practical experience.Experience in supplier quality, procurement, or quality assurance within an industrial or project-driven environment.Hands-on proficiency with SAP, SAP Ariba, and Master Data Governance (MDG) and Office365.Resilient, decisive, and communicative mindset, with the confidence to uphold standards and work through complex challenges with patience and integrity.Self-driven approach with strong organizational skills and the ability to guide and collaborate across global functions.Prior knowledge of ABB procurement processes and sustainability frameworks is an advantage.Fluency in both Swedish and English, written and spoken.More about usABB Marine & Ports is pioneering sustainable solutions for marine vessels and port operations. With a focus on reducing emissions, improving safety, and increasing operational efficiency, we are shaping the future of maritime transportation. Located in Västerås, our team combines deep domain knowledge with the latest technology to develop world-class systems.Recruiting Manager Fredrik Johanson, [phone] will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer: Johan Halling, 072-461 25 17; Ledarna: Olof Kvensler, 070-588 91 52; Unionen: Pär Ångbäck, 070-636 07 04. All other questions can be directed to Talent Partner Irma Leijon, [phone].Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.Ready to make an impact?Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.