サプライヤー品質エンジニア/ Supplier Quality Engineer
An international manufacturer of packaging products is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer. The successful candidate will manage supplier quality, drive continuous improvement, and ensure compliance with manufacturing and product quality standards. This is a hybrid role.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct supplier qualification audits and monitor performance against quality KPIs
- Drive Supplier Improvement Plans and ensure effective corrective and preventive actions
- Lead root cause analysis for supplier issues and customer complaints to prevent recurrence
- Execute Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) and manufacturing validation activities
- Identify supply chain quality risks and lead continuous improvement initiatives using WCM, Six Sigma, and P-FMEA
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on supplier strategy, NPI projects, quality reporting, and technical reviews
Requirements:
- 3-5 years of experience in supplier quality management, supplier development, quality assurance, or quality control within manufacturing industry
- Experience in supplier audits, PPAP, and corrective action management
- Ability and willingness to travel
Preferred requirements:
- Experience in machining, welding, and fabrication processes
- Prior welding expertise
- Proven experience in multinational environments or consulting
- Knowledge of SAP and quality tools
- Background with PPAP, FMEA, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement methodologies (WCM, Six Sigma)
- Proficient in MS Office Suite and Power BI
- Understanding of quality management systems and standards
- Possess valid VT Level 2 certification
- Business level English and Japanese (JLPT N1)
About the Company:
An international manufacturer of packaging products for foods and beverages with operations in more than 100 countries and a global workforce numbering in the tens of thousands. The company is well-known for safe, quality products achieved through their dedication to excellent customer service.
Keywords:
サプライチェーン, 物流, ロジスティクス, 求人, 外資系
Job Ref: PBISH1
About the job
Contract Type: Perm
Specialism: Procurement & Supply Chain
Focus: Supply Chain
Industry: Manufacturing and Production
Salary: ¥7,300,000 - ¥9,400,000 per annum
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Experience Level: Mid Management
Language: English - Business level
Second Language: Japanese - Professional working
Location: Tokyo
FULL_TIMEJob Reference: PBISH1-C0C01CA7
Date posted: 16 October 2026
Consultant: April Shen
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