Supplier Quality Management Experienced Professional PPAP - Welding

You will be part of the New Supplier Quality Project Management Office (SQ PMO) department, responsible for centralizing and optimizing the management of the Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) within the High Voltage Products Business. Your primary role will involve implementing the PPAP process with the global supplier base and ensuring accurate and timely fulfillment of PPAP demands.

Key Responsibilities:

• Follow the PPAP procedure and implement the Production Part Approval Process gate model during the part qualification process
• Lead, manage, execute, and complete part qualification at the suppliers for identified parts/projects with the right quality and on time
• Collaborate with key stakeholders such as GPS, R&D, SCM category managers, and Buyers to gather inputs and drive part qualification
• Work closely with Global/Regional Supply Quality teams, third-party supplier quality engineers, and suppliers on part qualification
• Organize internal kick-off meetings and supplier kick-off meetings
• Regularize the PPAPs in the PLM system and SAP Reiwa system
• Act as a project manager to complete PPAPs to meet business needs
• Update necessary inputs to reflect performance in dashboards
• Resolve conflicts proactively and escalate if needed to ensure progress is on track
• Support in establishing required communication and training material
• Ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines
• Embody Hitachi Energy's core values of safety and integrity by taking responsibility for actions and caring for colleagues and the business

Qualifications Required:

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or production engineering
• 7 to 10 years of experience in Power Grid, Automotive, Aerospace, or any manufacturing industry
• Certified Welding Inspector/Engineer, NDT Level II certification is an added advantage
• Manufacturing process knowledge and experience in Supply chain, Supplier Quality, Supplier Development functions
• Hands-on experience in Part qualifications/PPAP management working with suppliers
• Familiarity with working in Windchill or any other PLM system
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications, including ISO documents, FMEA, control plans, international standards, etc.
• Strong analytical skills with experience in data analysis and developing dashboards/reports in Power BI
• Good communication and presentation skills
• Strong interpersonal skills to network across teams and mentor team members

- Flexibility to travel (~20%),