Location:
Mannheim, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany
Job ID:
R0137689
Date Posted:
2026-08-24
Company Name:
HITACHI ENERGY GERMANY AG
Profession (Job Category):
Quality Management
Job Schedule:
Full time
Remote:
No
Job Description:
Our purpose is to power good for a sustainable energy future, with pioneering power systems and digital technologies, being the partner of choice to enable stronger, smarter, and greener energy systems .
The Supplier Quality Manager has a direct reporting line to the Global Supply Chain Manager. This position is a high-impact role within the broader leadership team, driving globally scalable, reliable and cost-efficient suppliers and supplier relationships for quality operations .
You will recruit, lead and mentor a team of 10 professionals who will be responsible for working with our suppliers and partners across Germany to ensure the delivery of consistent, sustainable components and materials that meet all technical and safety standards. This position is ideal for individuals who combine strategic thinking with a hands-on, operational approach.
How you’ll make an impact
Represents the “Voice of Supplier ”, sharing strategic supplier perspectives and constraints when collaborating with internal functions, safeguarding long-term supply base sustainability and operational health.
Coordinates with R&D, Engineering, Project Management, and SCM leadership to ensure SQEs receive timely input for an effective execution of critical product qualifications (PPAP, FAI, FAT).
Supports Supplier Quality Engineers (SQEs) during the planning and execution of product qualifications, ensuring a rigorous evaluation of critical risk-assessment documentation, including supplier PFMEAs, Control Plans, and Process Flow Diagrams.
Defines targeted supplier site inspections driven by specific risk profiles - such as underperforming vendors, new critical product introductions, or novel product developments - and collaborates with PQMs to formally integrate these requirements into Quality Control Plans (QCPs) or Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs).
Accessibility and reasonable accommodation
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Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment
As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.
Background Screening and Security Checks
As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.
For certain roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions—additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.
The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.
