Source Of ASIA ★ 2.9

• Own all aspects of supplier relationships which impact the Cost of Quality (COQ). Measure, prevent, react and enforce processes and procedures to manage suppliers reactively and proactively. This includes initial selection and qualification of suppliers, continuous improvement and development throughout the life-cycle of the supplier, cross-functional support for all related programs, and triage to permanent solutions.
• Participates in supplier selection and monitors performance. Identifies areas of improvement and leads team activity. Works closely with procurement and engineering on supplier development and new product introductions ensuring suppliers are capable of meeting requirements. Develops and monitors metrics for suppliers including supplier corrective actions, responsiveness, and speed to problem resolution. Promotes the use of process development and controls (i.e. PFMEA, Control Plans, Preventative Actions, PPAP, FAI).
• Requires frequent travel to suppliers to understand their processes and controls, verify controls are executed as planned, and communicate issues encountered by NFW and work directly with the supplier to improve processes and material quality.
• Interfaces with internal customer on quality issues and actively participates in failure analysis and corrective action efforts. Owns all aspects of proactive and reactive quality throughout the product lifecycle.
• Leads problem definition and reactive problem solving through containment, identification of root cause and corrective action with SCAR (Supplier Corrective Action Report).
• Performs annual audits to monitor supplier QMS (Quality Management System) compliance and effectiveness.
• Leads qualification of alternate sources for mitigation of business risk, including expansion of supplier portfolio for commercial leverage, TOW (Transfer of Work) or NPI (New Product Introduction).
• Manages supplier onboarding process and lead all functional participation for supplier launch of new products.
• Identifies areas for cost reduction across assigned supplier base including internal supplier process, quality improvements, Variable Cost Productivity (VCP) and material usage.
• Utilizes LEAN manufacturing concepts to improve supplier processes to deliver on cost savings ideas including reduction of waste and rework.
• Travel as required (40-50%)• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Manufacturing Engineering.
• Master's degree preferred.
• 3-5 years of Quality and/or Technical experience in a manufacturing environment in automotive / chemical / industrial / footwear, or related industry.
• ASQ CQE or SQP, or equivalent certification, preferred.
• Hands-on experience with ISO 9001, IATF16949, or equivalent quality management systems and tools.
• Hands-on experience on supplier assessment, qualification, audit, and management.
• Experienced with problem-solving tools and techniques (i.e., 8-D, 5 Whys, 7 Ways, Fishbone, Pareto, Six Sigma) and part qualification processes (First Article, PPAP).
• Strong background in applying statistical tools for process and product development and control (i.e. Process Capability, Control Plans, SPC, Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis (PFMEA).
• Strong project management skills are required.
• Demonstrated ability to independently develop, manage, and implement project plans both globally and domestically.
• Demonstrated ability to implement quality systems at suppliers not having ISO 9001 or equivalent certification.
• Skilled and experienced with reading and understanding prints, specifications, dimensions, and tolerances.
• Ability to develop relationships with suppliers and negotiate with them on price and other parameters as needed.
• Ability to develop cost models for products made at the factory.
• Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to fluently communicate in English (written and oral) required.
• Ability to communicate in Mandarin and/or Cantonese preferred.Opportunities for professional growth and development within a dynamic team environment.
Comprehensive training and support are provided to enhance technical skills and knowledge.
Competitive salary package commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Access to cutting-edge tools and software to support job responsibilities.
Other employee benefits follow company policies.