Section Manager – Supplier Quality Engineering

About the role

The Section Manager – Supplier Quality Engineering (SQE) leads Makino Asia’s effort to embed quality at the source across its supply chain. This senior position drives supplier performance, defect reduction and the transition from reactive to preventive quality assurance.

Key responsibilities

• Define and execute supplier quality strategy, governance, KPIs and escalation processes.
• Lead risk‑based incoming quality control, including first‑article, sampling and 100% inspections.
• Conduct supplier audits, capability assessments and corrective‑action programs.
• Investigate field issues, translate findings into process improvements and support warranty claim resolution.
• Collaborate with SCM, production, assembly and quality engineering teams to align standards and share best practices.
• Drive continuous‑improvement initiatives, digital quality monitoring and Kaizen projects.
• Manage and develop a team of SQE engineers, technicians and administrative staff.
• Monitor and report key performance indicators such as supplier defect rates, VQI trends and incoming quality metrics.

Required profile

• Proven experience leading supplier quality functions in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical mindset with ability to implement risk‑based inspection models.
• Demonstrated capability to manage cross‑functional projects and drive corrective actions.
• Leadership experience, including coaching, performance management and resource planning.

Required skills