Hybrid Supplier Quality Engineer

at ESA - Electronic Security Association

• Job title: Supplier Quality Engineer
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Brno, Czech

About the role

• Supplier Quality Engineer ensuring compliance with quality standards and driving continuous improvement within supplier facilities. Engaging with suppliers to monitor KPIs and optimize performance within the organization.

Responsibilities

• Drive supplier selection through Common Assessments
• Lead on-site process audits to ensure compliance and process capability
• Develop suppliers using Lean tools to improve quality, eliminate systemic issues, optimize cost, inventory, and delivery performance
• Monitor supplier KPIs to reduce risks and improve performance across the supply base
• Support smooth transitions, VA/VE activities, and new product introductions (NPIs) with suppliers
• Partner with suppliers during NPIs to ensure milestones are achieved on time
• Collaborate with Design and Manufacturing teams to define process parameters that meet product and process requirements
• Contribute to and lead continuous improvement initiatives
• Coach and develop suppliers using quality improvement tools (process control, error proofing, etc.) to achieve Resideo’s goals of zero disruptions, on-time delivery, and efficient PO management

Requirements

• Strong understanding of quality engineering practices
• Trained in Six Sigma / Lean methodologies
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills to deliver innovative quality solutions
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to prepare progress reports and executive-level presentations
• Ability to work both in office and production environments
• Self-motivation and ability to deliver results with minimal supervision
• Hands-on experience with quality assurance processes
• Proven experience leading teams in problem solving and driving supplier improvements using Six Sigma tools
• Strong organizational and project management capabilities
• Effective negotiation skills and ability to build win-win supplier relationships
• High level of interpersonal skills to manage conflict and challenging situations effectively
• Proficiency in Czech and English
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Supplier Quality or related roles
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 standards

Benefits

• 5 weeks of paid vacation
• On-site canteen & home office meal vouchers
• Pension plan or DIP contributions
• Discounted phone plans & company product discounts
• Multisport Card & cafeteria program