Hello,
I hope you're doing well.
My name is Purna, and I'm reaching out from Intellectt Inc. regarding an exciting Full time opportunity for a Supplier Quality Engineering Manager based in Minneapolis, MN(Onsite)with one of our prestigious clients. I would love to connect and discuss this opportunity in more detail. Please feel free to share your updated resume at
purnasree.u@intellectt.com
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Role:Supplier Quality Engineering Manager
Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota
Job Summary:
- Seeking an experienced, process-driven Supplier Quality Engineering (SQE) Manager to own and lead the supplier quality management system and SQE team, ensuring robust supplier performance across a global, safety-critical supply base. This role partners closely with Supply Chain, Engineering, and Operations to qualify, develop, and continuously improve suppliers, support new product introductions, and drive measurable reductions in supplier-related risk and Cost of Poor Quality. The SQE Leader acts as a visible quality champion, shifting the organization from reactive issue management to a proactive, prevention-focused quality culture.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing/ Industrial Engineering, or related Technical Field
- 5+ years or more experience in Manufacturing Industries as senior level Supplier Quality Engineering (SQE) responsibility, with preferably managing/ leading a team
Preferred Qualifications:
- Leadership and people management experience in a manufacturing or quality environment
- Strong knowledge of statistical analysis (capability analysis, MSA) and GD&T
- Experience with nonconforming material control (MRB), SCAR, and CAPA
- Working knowledge of APQP, PPAP, FMEA, Control Plans, and DFM reviews
- Experience managing supplier quality KPIs, including DPPM and Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ)
- Familiarity with AIAG standards and process audits
- Proficiency in Excel, Power BI, and Minitab
- Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt preferred
- Experience partnering with Purchasing/Sourcing and working within MRP systems (JD Edwards preferred)
- Strong project leadership, communication, organization, and time-management skills
- Ability to lead cross-functional teams, meet deadlines under pressure, and drive continuous improvement
- Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and compliance
Key Responsibilities:
- Primary responsibility is to lead supplier quality management system and Supplier Quality Engineering team, along with supplier issue monitoring, triaging and resolution process.
- Closely collaborate with the Supply Chain team to develop and manage robust supply base.
- Lead regularly scheduled Supplier Quality meetings, supplier issue resolution, and drive continuous improvement
- Partner with Supply Chain for Supplier sourcing, qualification, selection, and development
- Work closely with Design Engineering, Supply Chain, and Operations on all stages of New Product Development, ensuring materials readiness at product launch
- Lead and oversee new supplier and new part qualification process, including PPAP, FAI, setting up incoming inspection requirements, and verification of Cpk data
- Develop and maintain Supplier Scorecard, track KPIs, and work with suppliers on action plans to improve performance
- Lead technical reviews of new components and existing components with Supplier and Engineering
- Audit and assess suppliers' processes on regular basis, which may include (~20-25%) travel
- Act as a quality leader in organization
- Participate as a member of the Material Review Board (MRB)
- Support outside certification audits (e.g., ISO 9001:2015)
- Advocate and promote process focused approach for all functions
- Enable culture change from a reactive approach to Quality to a proactive approach to Quality
- Help drive reduction in Cost of Poor Quality
- Hold self-accountable to achieving goals and standards
Thanks & Regards,
Purnasree.U
Recruiter
Intellectt Inc
Purnasree.u@intellectt.com
Desk number: 7324568346 EXT: 234