About this role
Senior Engineer, Supplier Quality for SQM, AP (based in Pune, India)
Are you the enthusiastic, self-driven and result-oriented professional who wants to move our customer’s performance forward?
We are looking for “Senior Engineer, Supplier Quality” to be based in Pune, India. This position reports to “Manager, GS Quality SQM, AP”. In this position you will have an opportunity to develop quality standards at supplier works and secure quality of ordered goods by conducting supplier workshop inspections, quality control, training and auditing suppliers.
In this position, you will be required to,
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with procurement during supplier selection and qualification, providing input on quality risks, capabilities, and technical compliance.
- Lead supplier qualification processes, including audits, documentation reviews, and first article inspections, ensuring readiness for project deliveries.
- Act as the primary supplier quality contact for assigned category(ies)/projects, managing supplier delivery performance.
- Coordinate with Procurement to embed quality expectations in supplier agreements and onboarding processes.
- Drive timely resolution of supplier quality issues through root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).
- Conduct supplier visits, process audits, and Gemba walks to verify compliance and enable proactive risk mitigation and explore development opportunities.
- Lead and track supplier claim management activities by initiating claims, validating cost of poor quality (COPQ), and supporting claim recovery with Procurement.
- Support supplier coaching on quality tools and practices to foster self-inspection, problem-solving, and capability growth.
- Contribute to supplier scorecards and performance reviews with data-driven insights for continuous improvement and escalation when needed.
- Support sales project cases and new development projects.
- Coordinate with sourcing and Category for footprint changes.
Knowledge & Skills:
Good knowledge of supplier quality processes (APQP, Audits, NCR/CAPA, qualification) Familiarity with manufacturing processes (e.g., casting, machining, welding, fabrication and surface preparation) Competence in quality tools and techniques (8D, FMEA, Control Plan, SPC, root cause analysis) Understanding of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 and related QHSE standards Proficiency in interpreting technical drawings and quality specifications Ability to collaborate across functions (Procurement, Assurance, Engineering, Projects) and with suppliers Strong communication, problem-solving, and follow-through skills Certification in Lean Six Sigma is a plus Go along with company HSE procedures and practices
Experience & Education:
Technical degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering (or equivalent technical field) At least 12 years of experience in supplier quality, manufacturing, or industrial quality assurance roles Experience in capital projects or low-volume/high-complexity production environments preferred Hands-on experience with supplier audits, inspections, and qualification activities Exposure to project-based procurement, customer-facing quality, or field quality is a plus Experience in multi-cultural and multi-national environment is plus. This position requires domestic/international travel (60% -70%) and depuations. Good communication in English and fluent in local language.
We offer:
We offer you a rewarding position in a global industry leader in pulp, paper and energy industries with the possibilities to grow professionally.
If this sounds like something you are looking for and you are ready to go forward on your career, send your application with your CV via the link provided latest by 28th Jan 2026.
Other facts
About Valmet
Valmet is a global technology leader serving process industries. We work together with our customers throughout the entire lifecycle, delivering cutting-edge technologies and services as well as mission-critical automation and flow control solutions. Backed by more than 225 years of industrial experience and a global team of over 19,000 professionals close to customers, we are uniquely positioned to transform industries toward a regenerative tomorrow.
In 2024, Valmet’s net sales totaled approximately EUR 5.4 billion. Our head office is in Espoo, Finland, and we have experts in approximately 40 countries around the world. Valmet’s shares are listed on Nasdaq Helsinki.
Valmet has two focused segments: Biomaterial Solutions and Services and Process Performance Solutions. Valmet’s operating model consists of five business areas: Automation Solutions; Flow Control; Pulp, Energy and Circularity; Packaging and Paper; and Tissue. The business areas are supported by a separate Latin America unit and a China Chair. The Global Supply unit supports cost-competitiveness by optimizing and leveraging Valmet’s global scale in procurement and production.
What you'll do
- The Senior Engineer, Supplier Quality will develop quality standards at supplier works and secure the quality of ordered goods through inspections, training, and auditing. This role involves collaborating with procurement, leading supplier qualification processes, and managing supplier delivery performance.
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