Supplier Quality Management Specialist

Your Tasks:

• Coordinate the qualification and onboarding of new suppliers, ensuring compliance with Trench’s quality requirements and industry standards.
• Develop and maintain supplier quality performance metrics and generate regular KPI reports to drive continuous improvement.
• Plan, execute, and manage supplier audits, including pre-qualification, process, and compliance audits. Prepare detailed audit reports and follow up on corrective actions.
• Plan, execute, and manage supplier audits, including pre-qualification, process, and compliance assessments. Prepare comprehensive audit reports and monitor the implementation of corrective actions to drive supplier compliance and ongoing improvement.
• Conduct on-site supplier visits (both domestically and internationally) to carry out First Article Inspections (FAI) and evaluate manufacturing processes.
• Collaborate with sourcing, engineering, and production teams to define supplier requirements, resolve quality issues, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Drive supplier development activities, including training, documentation, capability assessments, and improvement initiatives to enhance supplier performance and reliability.
• Analyze supplier non-conformances, conduct root cause investigations, and coordinate with suppliers to implement robust corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate and compliant supplier quality documentation, records, and certifications.
• Perform material incoming and in-process inspections when required to ensure compliance with quality standards and product specifications.
• Utilize SAP and other data systems to monitor supplier performance, identify trends, and support strategic sourcing decisions.
• Promote a culture of quality and continuous improvement within the supply chain and across the organization.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related technical field (preferred).
• 5+ years of experience in supplier quality management or a similar role within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Extensive knowledge of Integrated Management Systems and relevant standards such as ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001.
• Demonstrated experience in supplier qualification, development, and performance management.
• Proven ability to plan, conduct, and report on supplier quality audits.
• Proficiency with SAP, data analysis tools, and supplier performance metrics.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Strong communication abilities to interface with suppliers, internal stakeholders, and customers.
• Experience working collaboratively in cross-functional teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Demonstrated ability to use AI tools to improve the quality, speed, and accuracy.
• Solid understanding of incoming inspection processes and the ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical requirements to ensure product compliance.

We offer:

In accordance with the Pay Transparency Act, we are committed to providing clear and accessible information about compensation for this role. The expected compensation
range for this position is $70,000 – $95,000 / Annually. Actual compensation within this range will be determined based on several job-related factors, including relevant education, depth and breadth of experience, professional certifications or license, specialized skills aligned with the role, and internal equity considerations. This role offers a comprehensive total rewards package, including paid vacation, group health benefits, pension plan, bonus, and additional employee programs.

• The opportunity to gain practical experience in the field of optical current measurement technology and sustainable energy transmission in an innovative company
• You will work in a motivated team on forward-looking projects and gain insights into the latest technologies
• Support from experienced professionals in handling the latest measurement technology