Location:
Zaragoza, Zaragoza, SpainJob ID:
R0140666Date Posted:
2026-08-31Company Name:
HITACHI ENERGY SPAIN, S.A.U.Profession (Job Category):
Quality ManagementJob Schedule:
Full timeRemote:
NoJob Description:
Be a part of a global, diverse and dynamic team leading the charge in the energy transition. As a Supplier Quality Manager, you will play a critical role in strengthening our supply base and driving continuous improvement across our manufacturing operations.
In this position, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that suppliers consistently meet Hitachi Energy and customer requirements. You will lead supplier quality activities focused on risk mitigation, supplier development, quality assurance, and operational excellence, directly contributing to improved quality, delivery performance, and cost competitiveness.
If you are passionate about building strong supplier partnerships, solving complex challenges, and creating measurable business impact through quality excellence, we would love to hear from you.
Lead supplier and material qualification and approval processes.
Drive Supplier Qualification, PPAP, and Supplier Classification activities.
Manage supplier non-conformities and validate corrective actions.
Analyze supplier quality KPIs including PPM, COPQ, audits, and claims.
Conduct supplier audits, assessments, and performance reviews.
Partner with Procurement and Engineering on supplier selection and industrialization activities.
Support new product introductions, design changes, supplier transfers, and process changes.
Identify and mitigate supply chain risks while driving continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, or a related field.
Experience in industrial or manufacturing environments within Quality, Engineering, SCM, or Supplier Management.
Proven experience managing supplier quality issues, corrective actions, audits, and supplier development programs.
Solid knowledge of quality methodologies and tools such as 8D, DMAIC, PPAP, PFMEA, DFMEA, MSA, Cp and Cpk.
Experience working with ERP systems and quality management tools; SAP knowledge is required.
Advanced English communication skills is a must.
A holistic range of competitive benefit program to support your financial, physical and mental wellbeing and personal development. We want you to truly thrive with us, in work and out.
For this role, depending on grade and experience we offer the following employee benefits (subject to the respective plan rules): Annual Incentive Plan, Flexible Working, Meal Allowance, Life Insurance, Medical Check-up, Psychological Assistance, Language Trainings, Coaching & Assessments.
At Hitachi Energy, we believe that diversity drives innovation. We welcome applications from individuals with different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive and contribute to a more sustainable energy future.
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.