Supplier Quality Manager, APAC
Core
Regional leadership for supplier quality strategy, governance, and capability development across Asia Pacific, driving proactive risk management and launch readiness for automotive suppliers.
Role type
Senior IC Supplier Quality Manager (APAC)
Builds
Supplier quality systems, risk mitigation plans, and launch readiness for critical automotive programs
Domain
Automotive manufacturing (seating commodities)
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Supplier risk assessment, APQP/SAQP governance, IATF 16949 compliance, supplier audit planning, cross-functional leadership, 8D problem solving, GD&T proficiency, regional stakeholder management
Preferred skills
Automotive seating commodity knowledge, VDA 6.3 auditor qualification, Six Sigma expertise, China-based supplier support experience
Technologies
IATF 16949, APQP, PPAP, FMEA, Control Plan, MSA, SPC, 8D, A3, Ishikawa, Six Sigma, GD&T
Responsibilities
Develop and deploy regional supplier quality strategy and performance objectives; Establish regional visibility of critical suppliers through structured risk assessment; Govern new-program quality readiness including SAQP and PPAP; Monitor supplier performance indicators and lead regional reviews; Conduct supplier audit planning and ensure compliance with quality systems; Coach APAC SAQE and SQE personnel in supplier quality processes
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with regional leadership
