The Opportunity

Join us in shaping the future of supplier quality at Hitachi Energy.

We are looking for a candidate with a warm and collaborative personality who thrives in building strong relationships and clear communication with suppliers. The role requires expertise in capacitors and filters, with a strong technical background and hands-on experience in quality assurance and problem-solving within this field.

This role offers the opportunity to work at the intersection of engineering, sustainability, and operational excellence—collaborating closely with category teams, buyers, Q&OPEX, HSE, R&D, and suppliers to ensure world-class quality and compliance.

We value diversity and collaboration, ensuring everyone feels respected and included. Join us and make a difference!

How you will make an impact

Lead and execute part and process qualifications (PPAP) in line with defined requirements and PPAP gate model
Act as project manager for PPAP activities, ensuring quality, timing and completeness of deliverables
Drive supplier qualification and quality improvement activities in close collaboration with internal stakeholders and suppliers
Plan, conduct and follow up on supplier audits and assessments, ensuring effective closure of non‑conformances
Manage supplier quality issues and non‑conformances (e.g. 8D), including escalation when required
Monitor and report supplier performance KPIs (e.g. OQD, OTD) and support Supplier Performance Evaluations
Maintain and ensure accuracy of PPAP documentation in PLM systems and SAP Reiwa
Foster cross‑functional collaboration, proactive communication and effective conflict resolution

Your background

Degree in Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or a comparable technical field
Proven experience in Supplier Quality Management within an industrial or manufacturing environment
Strong knowledge of PPAP and supplier qualification processes
Experience with supplier audits, quality methodologies and problem‑solving tools (e.g. 8D, FMEA, SPC)
Solid understanding of procurement and supply chain operations
Familiarity with sustainability, corporate governance and Supplier Code of Conduct requirements
Ideally Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certified
Fluent in German and English; willingness to travel approx. 40%

More about us

Opportunity to actively shape and contribute to a growing business and market environment
Attractive compensation package based on the IG Metall collective labor agreement, including 30 days of paid vacation, special payments, and holiday and Christmas bonuses
Close support during onboarding, ensuring a smooth and structured induction phase
Employer‑funded pension scheme and additional capital‑forming benefits
Access to a company holiday home for children and a childcare allowance
EGYM Wellpass membership, offering access to more than 7,500 fitness and sports partners across Germany
Exciting career development and continuous learning opportunities in an international environment

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Plats	Karlstein am Main, Bavaria, Germany
Jobbtyp	Full time
Erfarenhet	Experienced
Jobbfunktion	Quality Management
Avtal	Regular
Publiceringsdatum	2026-04-29
Referensnummer	R0118257

Om Hitachi Energy

Hitachi Energy är en global teknikledare som arbetar för en hållbar energiframtid för alla. Vi betjänar kunder inom energi-, industri- och infrastruktursektorerna med innovativa lösningar och tjänster över hela värdekedjan. Tillsammans med kunder och partners utvecklar vi banbrytande teknik och möjliggör den digitala omvandling som krävs för att påskynda energiomställningen mot en koldioxidneutral framtid.

Vi sysselsätter cirka 45 000 personer i 90 länder som varje dag arbetar målmedvetet och använder sina olika bakgrunder för att utmana nuläget. Vi välkomnar dig att ansöka idag och bli en del av ett globalt team som jobbar för: Mångfald + Samarbete = Stor Innovation.

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