Supplier Quality Manager 4

Manufacturing & Production · Production & Assembly · Manufacturing Engineering · Quality Assurance · Logistics Management

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This role is responsible for leading supplier development strategies and initiatives to enhance supplier capability, quality, and delivery performance within a manufacturing environment. The candidate will partner with cross-functional teams, drive new product introduction, and implement continuous improvement methodologies.

Responsibilities

Lead supplier development strategies and initiatives to improve capability, capacity, quality, delivery, innovation, safety, and cash optimization.
Partner with Product Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality, Operations, and Sourcing teams to execute supplier development projects.
Drive implementation of new product introduction, localization, supplier transitions, and supply chain risk mitigation.
Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
Champion a proactive safety culture across the supplier network.
Monitor supplier performance using key metrics and identify continuous improvement opportunities.
Assess supplier capabilities and performance gaps, develop improvement plans, and track progress.
Facilitate supplier participation in new product development activities and qualification programs.
Collaborate with teams to analyze demand forecasts, evaluate production capacity, and ensure continuity of supply.
Drive adoption of structured problem-solving, Lean principles, root cause analysis, corrective actions, and continuous improvement methodologies.
Support supplier education and capability-building programs for operational excellence.
Coordinate First Article Inspection activities and ensure timely completion of qualification requirements.
Lead implementation and compliance activities related to Production Part Approval Process requirements.
Evaluate supplier manufacturing readiness, scalability, and operational effectiveness.
Identify potential supply chain risks and implement mitigation plans.
Drive supplier consolidation and optimization strategies.
Deliver measurable improvements in quality, delivery, cost, productivity, capacity, and supplier responsiveness.

Requirements

Experience leading supplier development, supplier performance improvement, or supply chain optimization initiatives in a manufacturing environment.
Knowledge of supplier quality systems, manufacturing processes, and supply chain management principles.
Experience working with machined, molded, and purchased components or comparable manufacturing categories.
Ability to evaluate supplier capability, capacity, performance, and operational readiness.
Experience leading cross-functional projects involving sourcing, operations, engineering, quality, and supply chain teams.
Understanding of continuous improvement methodologies, structured problem-solving approaches, and root cause analysis techniques.
Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and translate insights into actionable improvement plans.
Strong communication, stakeholder management, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic global business environment.
Willingness and ability to travel as required to supplier and business locations.

Desired Qualifications

Experience supporting new product introduction, supplier transitions, localization programs, or strategic sourcing initiatives.
Knowledge of APQP, PPAP, First Article Inspection requirements, and supplier qualification processes.
Experience implementing Lean Manufacturing, operational excellence, or continuous improvement programs within supplier networks.
Knowledge of supply risk management, supplier development frameworks, and global sourcing strategies.
Experience working within a multinational manufacturing organization and collaborating with geographically dispersed teams.
Professional certifications related to quality, operations, supply chain, or continuous improvement are valued.
Demonstrated success achieving measurable improvements in supplier quality, on-time delivery, productivity, and cost performance.

Benefits

Emerson prioritizes a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow.
Fosters an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives.
Commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture.
Support through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities.
Investment in employee success to make a lasting impact.
Belief that diverse teams working together drive growth and deliver business results.
Award-winning employee development programs.

Skills

Lean ManufacturingAPQPPPAPFirst Article InspectionRoot Cause Analysis

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