OverviewAs a Global Supplier Development Engineer, you will oversee supplier qualification, audits, and performance across critical-to-quality materials.
You'll implement QA processes to improve quality and delivery with a global supplier base.
You'll lead on-site audits, drive corrective actions, and push continuous improvement across the supply chain.
This role supports Hitachi Energy's Transformer Business unit by ensuring compliant, high-quality materials at optimal cost.
You will work with cross-functional teams and travel internationally to assess suppliers.
ResponsabilitàLead supplier qualification via SAP Ariba assessments and global on-site audits
Implement improvement actions at suppliers based on audit findings
Oversee global parts approval to meet technical/operational requirements
Monitor supplier performance indicators and drive annual Supplier Performance Evaluation
Develop action plans for supplier performance recovery with effective corrective measures
Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for escalated non-conformities
Drive global continuous improvement in supplier management processes




Lead SCM tool/system improvement projects within Supplier Quality and Development
Act as project lead for single/sole source elimination in critical global categories
Requisiti fondamentaliDegree in Engineering (Chemical, Process, Materials, Mechanical, Polymer science or similar)
Minimum of 10 years of experience in supplier development and supplier quality management
In-depth knowledge of chemicals, gaskets and/or insulation material production processes, specifications, and quality standards in transformer industry (or similar)
Solid experience with production process assessment
Deep knowledge of Quality and Continuous Improvement tools (Kaizen, DMAIC, A3, 8D, 5Why Analysis)
Expertise in APQP/PPAP, P-FMEA, Process Control Plan, SPC, and inspection processes
Excellent communication skills for international environment
Willingness to travel internationally for supplier audits and assessments
Strong communication
Cross-functional collaboration
Problem solving
APQP/PPAP
P-FMEA
Process Control Plan

📌 Global Supplier Development Engineer - Transformers (F/M/D) (Monselice)
🏢 Hitachi
📍 Monselice