Supplier quality engineer

Company Overview An exciting opportunity to join a global, innovative manufacturer of consumer goods who are growing due to demand in the business. As a Supplier Quality Engineer you will play a crucial part within the Quality Team and the wider business in their consistent appetite for growth. Please see further details below regarding this exciting opportunity. Job Responsibilties * Act as the primary liaison between the factory and suppliers regarding quality discrepancies. * Engage all necessary functions within Husqvarna to address supplier-related quality issues. * Foster internal customer relationships and collaborate with SQA Commodity Engineers to enhance supplier development. * Provide suppliers with feedback on quality discrepancies identified within factory processes (e.g., Goods-in, assembly lines, lab). * Issue IQNs (Initial Quality Notifications) to suppliers. * Initiate 8D investigations with SQA Commodity Engineers and oversee resolution. * Validate supplier root cause analyses and implement permanent corrective actions in coordination with SQA Commodity Engineers. * Report on the progress of 8D investigations. * Regularly collect data and report KPIs. * Review and approve deviation requests. * Support and cooperate with the Global SQA team. * Conduct supplier visits, as needed, in collaboration with SQA. * Participate in the New Product Introduction process by assisting with Engineering and Manufacturing pilot builds. Skills and Experience * Bachelor #39;s degree in a relevant field or equivalent work experience. * Minimum of 3 years of experience in a Supplier Quality Engineering role. * Proficiency in reading and interpreting both electrical and mechanical engineering drawings. * Experience working with EMS suppliers preferred. * Strong problem-solving and analytical skills