Project Supplier Quality Manager

Canadian Solar; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to sustainability and quality in renewable energy solutions. As a Project Supplier Quality Manager, you will play a crucial role in overseeing supplier quality across a global supply chain. This position involves developing quality strategies, conducting audits, and collaborating with various teams to ensure high standards are met. Your expertise will directly impact the quality of energy storage solutions delivered to customers worldwide. This role offers an exciting opportunity to make a difference while working in a supportive environment that values employee growth and work-life balance.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Performance bonus

Flexible work options

Employee training programs

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in supplier quality management, preferably in renewable energy.
• Deep knowledge of quality methodologies and tools like Six Sigma and SPC.

Responsibilities

• Establish and manage supplier quality strategies and standards across global supply chains.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and resolve supplier quality issues.

Skills

Supplier Quality Management

Quality Methodologies

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quality Management

Professional certifications in quality management

Tools

Six Sigma

Statistical Process Control (SPC)

Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP)

Production Part Approval Process (PPAP)

Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA)

Job description

At Canadian Solar, our vision is to make lives better by bringing electricity powered by the sun to millions of people worldwide. As a leading manufacturer of solar panels, inverters, and energy storage solutions, we've been an industry front-runner since our founding in 2001. Our commitment to sustainability is reflected in all parts of our organization as we navigate the complexities of a booming industry.

Throughout Canadian Solar's subsidiaries, e-Storage, Recurrent Energy, MSS and CSI Solar Co., we invest in our employees' growth. Our training programs and promotional opportunities ensure we all can continue to learn. We understand the importance of work-life balance and provide various flexible work options to support our employees' well-being. Join our team to "Make the Difference" by creating a lasting positive impact on the world and the communities where we operate.

We are seeking a highly skilled and results-driven Project Supplier Quality Manager to join our team. This role plays a critical part in ensuring the quality and reliability of components sourced from our global suppliers.

As the Project Supplier Quality Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of supplier quality across our global supply chain. This role involves establishing supplier quality strategies and standards, implementing robust quality control processes, resolving supplier quality issues, managing supplier relationships, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Your leadership and expertise will directly contribute to our mission of delivering high-quality energy storage solutions to customers worldwide.

Essential Duties

• Establish a comprehensive global supplier quality strategy that aligns with business goals and objectives. Develop and nurture strong partnerships with global suppliers.
• Set high supplier quality standards and expectations. Clearly compile these into contractual Quality Requirements to be signed by suppliers in the purchase agreements.
• Regularly evaluate supplier performance and drive improvement initiatives, ensuring their capability to meet quality standards, regulatory requirements, and performance expectations.
• Develop and implement robust supplier quality control processes, including effective inspection plans and comprehensive factory audits. Participate in supplier development and qualifications.
• Collect and maintain accurate records of supplier quality performance and audit results. Analyze data to identify trends and opportunities and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure supplier performance.
• Coordinate and collaborate with Engineering, Procurement, Implementation, and Operations teams to troubleshoot and mitigate supplier quality issues. Drive suppliers to resolve quality problems, reduce defects, and improve performance.
• Lead and facilitate root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions for supplier quality issues. Provide guidance and training to suppliers and stakeholders on continuous improvement methodologies.
• Summarize findings, track work progress, and share lessons learned. Prepare supplier quality reports and manage communications with internal and external parties.
• Foster strong collaborative relationships with clients, suppliers, contractors, and internal stakeholders to promote a culture of quality and teamwork.
• Travel within the United States, Canada, Europe, Australia, and other locations as needed, including weekends and overnight stays.
• Work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Quality Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• 7+ years of proven experience in supplier quality management, ideally in the renewable energy sector.
• Professional certifications in quality management or regulatory affairs (e.g., ASQ, RAPS) are a plus.
• Deep knowledge of quality methodologies and tools, such as Six Sigma, Statistical Process Control (SPC).
• Experience in conducting supplier audits and assessments, Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), and Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA).
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and data-driven decision-making abilities.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated, adaptable, resourceful, results-oriented, resilient, flexible, and dependable.
• Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision and meet tight deadlines under pressure.

Compensation & Benefits

Canadian Solar offers a competitive salary plus fully comprehensive benefits and performance bonus package based on an annual objective achievement.

Canadian Solar Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.