At Ampd Energy, we are trailblazers in making the construction industry emission-free. Our dynamic product management team leads the charge, navigating the roadmap and execution of Ampd Energy’s cutting-edge technology. We've developed the Ampd Enertainer, an advanced, compact and connected battery energy storage system (BESS) to replace the dirty, noisy and hazardous diesel generators that power the world's construction. We are on the lookout for individuals who embody an entrepreneurial spirit, flexibility, and enthusiasm, thriving in an environment of continual learning and evolution.
What you will do:
- Establish and Maintain Supplier Processes. Develop and implement necessary processes for supplier qualification, development, and ongoing surveillance to ensure consistent quality and compliance.
- Quality Strategy Development: Formulate and execute quality strategies to integrate quality assurance into supplier processes from selection through to continuous monitoring.
- Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP): Lead the adoption and execution of APQP processes, acting as a change agent where necessary. Train suppliers on APQP tools and techniques to ensure understanding and effective implementation.
- Supplier Performance Management: Develop and implement a comprehensive supplier scorecard to track and evaluate supplier performance. Lead the reporting of supplier health metrics and take ownership of quality confidence metrics.
- Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams to influence and support supplier selection and define requirements.
- Issue Investigation and Resolution: Lead investigations into supplier-related issues, implementing robust containment, corrective, and preventive actions to address and mitigate problems
What you need:
- Experienced: At least ~8 years of experience in Quality Management, particularly in managing and developing suppliers, preferably within the energy storage industry.
- Knowledgeable & Proven: Strong expertise in Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) with proven implementation experience.
- Supplier Manager: Extensive experience in managing suppliers and/or Contract Manufacturers, including the introduction of new technologies to suppliers.
- Supplier ISO Auditor: Experience in conducting supplier audits, equivalent to ISO/TS 16949 or ISO 13485 standards.
- Supplier Performance Evaluator: Experienced in managing and developing supplier scorecards to evaluate and improve supplier performance.
- Key Process and Product Characteristics Manager: Ability to drive and manage the cascade of Key Process and Product characteristics, from understanding the framework to implementing poka-yoke measures for assurance.
- Problem Solver: Problem-solving as a second nature, with robust knowledge of the 8D methodology.
- Independent, Influential Leader: Autonomous and assertive, with the ability to influence multiple layers within the organization while keeping quality goals in focus. Proven ability to act as a change agent, evidenced through past experiences and exposure.
- Multilingual: Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and Mandarin. Proficiency in other languages and dialects is an added advantage.
- Technical: Comprehensive knowledge and experience with critical quality tools such as APQP, 8D, DMAIC/Six Sigma, TQM, Control Plans (CP), and Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEAs).
Preferred Qualifications- Bachelor’s degree or above in any disciplines pertaining to Science, Technology or Engineering.
- Six Sigma Green belt mandatory
- Certified Quality Engineer with ASQ or equivalent will be a plus.