.This position works for the target that Harman has a base of capable suppliers and those purchased products meet internal and external customer expectations. This position will be responsible for driving supplier quality improvement initiatives throughout the corporation with major emphasis in the Far East.Your TeamThis position will coordinate with Harman Procurement, Sourcing, Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing sites, and Suppliers to develop effective working relationships resulting in mutual business success and act as liaison between Harman and Supplier for all quality-related issues. The main duties include supplier quality engineering, working in project and quality assurance during mass production.What You Will DoThe position is responsible for managing mechanical suppliers, ensuring product quality throughout the product lifecycle. The position has the responsibility for developing the appropriate preventive quality processes in suppliers and metrics to minimize returns and maximize customer satisfaction.Establish short-term/long-term supplier quality business plans to fulfill company visions.Manage new projects at supplier side from kick-off to mass production, including feasibility studies of new components, and technical reviews with suppliers.Monitor supplier quality performance and drive continuous improvement.Track and communicate with Program team, BUI team to follow up CPA/CPL status and take care of escalation.Through the utilization of data-driven measurements that are clear and effective, statistical methods, and tracking measurements:Identify new and high-risk suppliers for new programs.Drive supplier improvements in quality systems and performance.Perform risk analyses of new and high-risk suppliers on new programs.Work with company cross-functional teams to resolve supplier quality issues.Perform supplier site visits/audits to assess suppliers' quality management systems, processes, and technical abilities.Drive cost engineering mind with deep knowledge of commodity experience.Workflow optimization and standard/criteria generation on commodities if necessary.Complete other related duties as assigned by the manager.What You NeedFamiliar with die-casting, stamping, faceplate, decoration trimming parts, and switch mat with relevant technical production processes and knowledge about injection molding, painting, plating, forming, etc., supplier quality engineering processes.Familiar with key characteristics of die-casting, stamping components, decoration trimming parts as well as faceplates, and knowledge about switch mat components.Bachelor's degree required in mechanical engineering or equivalent.VDA 6.3 certification is preferred.Minimum five years related experience in automotive environment, involved in car infotainment system supplier quality engineering is preferred
