Supplier Quality Manager

Job Summary

The Supplier Development & Performance Manager is responsible for leading end-to-end supplier performance improvement across quality, delivery, capacity, scalability, and sustainability. The role drives operational excellence through Lean manufacturing, structured problem-solving, and advanced supplier development strategies while supporting new product launches, supplier readiness, and continuous improvement initiatives aligned with business objectives and customer expectations.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead supplier performance management across quality, delivery, capacity, scalability, and sustainability including KPI tracking and reviews.


• Develop and execute supplier quality and delivery improvement plans to reduce SPPM and ensure on-time delivery.


• Perform supplier risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies.


• Drive continuous improvement and supplier training using Six Sigma and Lean methods, including Kaizen initiatives (e.g., VSM, TPM, takt optimization, changeover reduction, standard work, etc).


• Lead structured problem solving (8D and root cause analysis) and ensure sustainable corrective actions.


• Manage supplier readiness for new product launches, including APQP, PPAP, and process validation.


• Validate supplier capacity, scalability, and technical capability.


• Conduct supplier audits and capability assessments across quality, processes, and capacity.


• Manage supplier-related programs management for NPI, ramp-ups, and recovery initiatives.


• Collaborate cross-functionally with procurement, engineering, operations, and quality.


• Establish governance, define KPIs, and drive supplier performance standards.

Requirements of the Position

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business, or Supply Chain.


• 10+ years of experience in supplier development, supplier quality, plant quality, manufacturing, or supply chain.


• Deep expertise in Lean Manufacturing, Program & Project Management, Six Sigma, APQP, and PPAP processes.


• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, capacity analysis, quality systems.


• Proven experience in supplier performance improvement and recovery initiatives.


• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.


• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.


• Proven experience with new product integration, outsourcing, and greenfield operations preferred.


• High level of resilience, accountability, and professionalism


• Ability to work effectively in matrix and cross-cultural environments


• Proven ability to coach and develop supplier capabilities.


• Ability to travel 50%+ (Domestic and Overseas) and engage with supplier operations.