Supplier Quality Analyst

JOB SUMMARY

The Supplier Quality Analyst is responsible for monitoring, evaluating, and improving the quality performance of suppliers to ensure that all purchased materials, components, and parts meet company quality standards, customer requirements, and applicable automotive industry requirements.

The position works closely with suppliers and internal departments to address quality issues, conduct supplier assessments, implement corrective and preventive actions, and ensure continuous improvement in supplier performance.

Key Responsibilities

1. Supplier Quality Management

• Monitor and evaluate supplier quality performance based on established quality standards and KPIs.
• Conduct supplier audits, assessments, and evaluations to ensure compliance with company requirements.
• Coordinate with suppliers regarding quality concerns, defects, and non-conforming materials.
• Ensure suppliers comply with applicable automotive quality standards and company procedures.

2. Quality Issue Investigation

• Analyze supplier-related quality problems and identify root causes.
• Coordinate with suppliers in preparing and implementing corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Monitor the effectiveness of corrective actions to prevent recurring quality issues.
• Review and validate supplier 8D reports and other problem-solving documentation.

3. Supplier Development and Improvement

• Work with suppliers to improve product quality, process capability, and delivery performance.
• Support supplier development activities and continuous improvement programs.
• Monitor supplier corrective action implementation and ensure timely closure.

4. Documentation and Reporting

• Prepare and maintain supplier quality reports, audit findings, and quality performance records.
• Monitor supplier-related KPIs, including defect rates, PPM, and rejection rates.
• Maintain documentation related to supplier audits, corrective actions, and quality evaluations.

5. Cross-Functional Coordination

• Collaborate with Purchasing, Production, Engineering, and Quality departments to resolve supplier-related concerns.
• Coordinate inspection and validation of incoming materials when necessary.
• Support internal and external audits related to supplier quality management.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or any related engineering course.
• Preferably with at least 1–2 years of experience in Supplier Quality, Quality Assurance, or Quality Control in an automotive or manufacturing industry.
• Knowledge of IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and automotive quality management systems.
• Willing to learn
• Knowledge of supplier auditing and evaluation processes is an advantage.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Good analytical, problem-solving, communication, and coordination skills.
• Willing to coordinate with suppliers and conduct on-site supplier visits when necessary.