Skills in problem-solving methodologies (Fishbone, DOE, 8D/5Why), leading onsite workshops
Experience coordinating with stakeholders (DC/Plant/Customer/suppliers globally)
Knowledge of LEAN manufacturing, 6 Sigma for supplier capability/capacity improvement
Ability to develop and lead annual supplier training plans (SPPAP, NPD, Quality Control, Risks Management, Problem Solving, Change Management, SBD requirements)
Team leadership skills: resource allocation, prioritization, coaching, performance assessment
Capability to drive regional goals, focus on top quality issues/safety risks/top spend suppliers
Responsibilities
Manage overall Supplier Quality performance and People Development in Vietnam
Guide New Supplier Selection SQA & SAE Audit and Annual SQA/Supplier Process Risk Audit: guide audits, review/approve reports, follow up actions, develop annual audit plan, coach auditors, maintain database
Manage Problem Solving and drive Supplier Quality Performance Continuous Improvement: lead onsite RCA workshops, coordinate stakeholders, deploy Preventive Action Plans, assist/drive LEAN/6 Sigma projects, reduce lead time/waste/MOQ, improve capacity/ratings/defect rates
Make and lead Annual Supplier Training Plan on SPPAP/NPD, Quality Control/Risks, Problem Solving, Change Management, SBD requirements
Allocate and best utilize team resources: focus on priorities, balance proactive/reactive time, assess SQE onsite/self-inspections, delegate staff to issues, spend time developing team
Lead team to fulfill regional goals and address key company issues