亚太区供应商质量与HSE经理

Location: Petaling Jaya, Selangor,Malaysia Job ID: R0148907 Date Posted: 2026-11-05 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY MALAYSIA SDN. BHD. Profession (Job Category): Quality Management Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No Job Description: At Hitachi Energy, we are committed to advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We serve customers in the utility, industry, and infrastructure sectors with innovative technologies and solutions that enable a greener and more reliable energy system. We are looking for an experienced APAC Supplier Quality & HSE Manager to strengthen supplier quality governance across the Asia Pacific region. This role will be responsible for managing supplier qualification, audits, performance improvement initiatives, and supplier-related quality issues while ensuring suppliers meet applicable Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) requirements. The successful candidate will work closely with Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Project teams to drive supplier excellence, mitigate risks, and support operational performance across the supply base. How You'll Make an Impact Supplier Qualification and Onboarding Lead supplier qualification and onboarding activities in collaboration with Supply Chain Management (SCM), including supplier risk assessments, audits, corrective actions, and mitigation plans. Ensure suppliers remain qualified and compliant with Hitachi Energy requirements, industry standards, and applicable regulatory requirements. Evaluate supplier capabilities, quality systems, manufacturing processes, and compliance documentation during onboarding and periodic reviews Supplier Product Qualification Coordinate qualification and approval of critical products through the Production Part Approval Process (PPAP). Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, SCM, and project stakeholders to ensure supplier products meet technical and quality requirements before release to production. Support qualification activities for electrical equipment, electrical components, and control panel-related products. Supplier Quality Management Lead investigations and resolution of significant supplier quality issues using Root Cause Analysis (RCA), containment actions, corrective actions, and preventive measures. Support project teams in resolving supplier-related non-conformances, quality escapes, delivery issues, and service concerns. Manage supplier quality claims and drive sustainable corrective action implementation. Supplier Performance and Development Establish, monitor, and report supplier quality and performance KPIs. Analyze supplier performance trends, recurring issues, and opportunities for supplier development. Drive continuous improvement initiatives through supplier development programs, Lean methodologies, and Six Sigma principles. Partner with suppliers to improve quality performance, process capability, and operational excellence. Supplier Audits and Compliance Plan and conduct risk-based supplier audits throughout the Asia Pacific region. Assess supplier manufacturing processes, quality management systems, product controls, and compliance requirements. Verify supplier adherence to quality standards, documentation requirements, and audit findings closure. Lead annual supplier audit programs and ensure timely implementation of improvement actions. Supplier HSE Assurance Evaluate supplier Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) practices as part of supplier qualification and audit activities. Support implementation and monitoring of supplier HSE requirements, standards, programs, and risk mitigation measures. Participate in HSE incident reviews, investigations, and lessons learned related to supplier operations when applicable. Promote a strong culture of safety, compliance, and continuous improvement across the supply base. Support supplier compliance with the Hitachi Energy HSE Operating System and applicable regulatory requirements. Stakeholder Management Act as the primary quality interface between suppliers and internal stakeholders. Represent the Voice of the Customer to suppliers and the Voice of the Supplier internally. Collaborate closely with Engineering, SCM, Manufacturing, Project Management, and Operational Excellence teams to drive supplier performance and issue resolution. Provide coaching and guidance to internal teams on supplier quality processes, reporting, and quality systems. Your Background Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering, or a related engineering discipline. Minimum 8-10 years of experience in Supplier Quality, Supplier Development, Manufacturing Quality, or a related quality function. Proven experience managing supplier audits, supplier qualification, supplier development, and corrective action programs. Strong understanding of quality tools and methodologies including RCA, CAPA, FMEA, PPAP, APQP, and audit management. Experience working with electrical equipment, control panels, switchgear, transformers, power systems, or other industrial electrical products is highly preferred. Working knowledge of Health, Safety, and Environmental requirements within supplier manufacturing environments. Strong stakeholder management, communication, and influencing skills. Fluent in English, both written and spoken. Professional certifications such as Lead Auditor (ISO 9001), Six Sigma, CQE, or equivalent are advantageous. More About Us This role requires approximately 50% travel across Asia Pacific to supplier and Hitachi Energy sites. Travel will typically involve supplier audits, supplier development activities, qualification assessments, and issue resolution visits. Candidates must be comfortable with regular international travel and working across diverse cultures and business environments. At Hitachi Energy, we value diversity, collaboration, and innovation. Join us and help shape a more sustainable, flexible, and secure energy future. Accessibility and reasonable accommodation Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a general inquiry form on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process. 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For certain roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions—additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position. The scope and depth of any background or security