Job Description

The Supplier Engineering Director will lead the supplier management and engineering team to ensure effective supply chain operations and quality standards. This role requires expertise in the industrial and manufacturing industry to drive continuous improvement and supplier performance.
Supplier Evaluation & Selection:

• Define and own supplier evaluation criteria and scoring systems to assess quality, delivery, and cost performance.
• Lead new supplier selection through a disciplined and robust qualification process.

Supplier Development & Capability Building:

• Develop and lead a high-performing engineering team to partner with supply chain and enhance supplier capability and quality.
• Align supplier capabilities with product requirements and drive strategic improvement plans for key suppliers.
• Execute Supplier Development Engineering Playbook and implement improvement projects using Lean/TPS and Six Sigma tools.

Performance Management:

• Track and analyze supplier performance indicators using scorecards and rankings to ensure consistent compliance with business needs.
• Eliminate risks impacting supplier performance and escalate issues as necessary.

Technical Support & Problem Solving:

• Provide technical expertise for manufacturing complex parts and sub-assemblies.
• Review supplier manufacturing processes for compliance with engineering drawings and specifications.
• Lead PFMEA activities, work instruction improvements, and control plan effectiveness with suppliers.

Cross-Functional Leadership:

• Direct activities of Supplier Development Engineers in Asia and collaborate with global Quality teams.
• Drive cross-functional engagement to remove roadblocks and improve supplier performance.

Great opportunity to be with an expanding organisationAttractive salary & benefits

• Experience in driving continuous improvement and operational efficiency.Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• 8-10 years of relevant experience in industrial equipment, automotive, semiconductor, or medical manufacturing environments.
• Minimum 5 years of managerial experience, including leading teams across multiple sites in a global organization.
• Proven expertise in Six Sigma (Black Belt preferred) and Lean/Toyota Production System (certification preferred).
• Strong knowledge of machining, plating, and assembly processes.
• Familiarity with quality tools and APQP methodologies (PFMEA, Control Plan, SPC, MSA).
• Experience in supply chain, operations, business management, or manufacturing engineering.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Strong problem-solving and project management skills, including Kaizen facilitation.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings (GD&T preferred) and perform production readiness assessments.
• Experience working with global suppliers and customers.

The company is a large organization operating in the industrial and manufacturing industry, known for its commitment to innovation and operational excellence. It is a well-established entity with a global presence and a focus on delivering high-quality products and services.

• Competitive salary package ranging from MYR 339300 to MYR 414700 annually.
• Opportunity to work with a multinational corporation (MNC) in the industrial and manufacturing industry.
• Permanent position offering stability and growth opportunities.
• Exposure to a global network and advanced technologies.
• Supportive and professional working environment.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Supplier Engineering Director, apply now to join this exciting opportunity and drive success in the industrial and manufacturing industry!

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