The Supplier Quality Engineer role, based in India, is responsible for managing
supplier relationships and ensuring the quality and delivery performance of
suppliers. This role covers supplier performance management, current product
development, project order quality oversight, supplier audits, and support for
sourcing initiatives across India. The position reports to the Global Sourcing
Leader in India.
The primary objective of this role is to ensure suppliers consistently meet
requirements related to quality, delivery, cost, and compliance. The role works
closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders to prevent defects, drive
continuous improvement, enhance supplier capabilities, and support current and
future business needs. This Job role is based in Coimbatore/Bengaluru Location.
Principle Duties and Responsibilities
· Monitor supplier performance, identify gaps, and initiate improvement actions.
· Monitor supplier risks and recommend/implement necessary actions.
· Manage open order fulfillment to meet plant requirements; provide weekly
updates and coordinate with plant buyers.
· Lead corrective action implementation to prevent recurrence of issues.
· Conduct supplier audits and manage associated corrective actions.
· Lead new product development activities with suppliers, working with global
and plant teams.
· Align supplier inspection practices with plant standards to ensure First Time
Through (FTT) for samples and production parts.
· Collaborate with global subject matter experts in castings, machining, and
welding to implement robust manufacturing practices.
· Support new supplier identification, capability assessment, and BCC
localization.
· Train suppliers on Celeros’ requirements in quality, HSE, and performance.
· Maintain the supplier quality TeamSite, including updates on certifications
and audit reports.
· Report any HSE non-compliance and stop work as required by Celeros or
regulatory standards.