Sr. Director
Nextracker Inc.
Lead global supplier quality strategy, oversight, and continuous improvement initiatives.
8 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Hyderabad, Telangana, India
Onsite
Company Size
1,300 Employees
Service Specialisms
Solar tracker manufacturing
Software solutions
Energy storage
Predictive modeling
Technical services
Global support
Project development
Engineering
Sector Specialisms
Energy
Solar
Utility-scale Solar
Distributed Generation
Manufacturing
Sustainable Supply Chain
Renewable Energy
Steel Industry
Role
What you would be doing
supplier audits
quality assurance
risk management
six sigma
root cause
spc
- Implement and monitor supplier scorecards, audits, and performance improvement plans.
- Develop and oversee comprehensive supplier quality assurance programs across global supply chains.
- Partner with Supply Chain and Engineering to drive supplier quality improvement initiatives.
- Represent the company in strategic supplier negotiations and customer quality escalations.
- Champion Lean Six Sigma methodologies to reduce defects, waste, and cost across the supply base.
- Collaborate with contract manufacturers to establish in-process controls, testing protocols, and corrective action plans.
- Present quality status, improvement plans, and risk mitigation updates to senior leadership.
- Drive process optimization and use data-driven techniques to identify improvement opportunities.
- Establish supplier selection, qualification, auditing, and performance evaluation processes including assessments, PPAP/FAI reviews, and compliance checks.
- Lead and mentor a team of regional and global supplier quality engineers and managers.
- Develop and maintain risk management protocols for outsourced partners.
- Work closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Program Management teams to address quality issues.
- Conduct root cause analysis and corrective action planning for supplier non-conformances.
- Ensure all suppliers comply with relevant standards (ISO 9001, IATF 16949, AS9100, etc.) and customer-specific requirements.
- Proactively communicate potential risks or issues and develop action plans accordingly.
- Ensure process capability and control through effective use of SPC (Statistical Process Control) and PFMEA.
- Serve as the key liaison between suppliers, internal quality teams, and executive leadership.
- Lead supplier audits and assessments; track and report on quality metrics and KPIs.
- Oversee quality control processes at outsourced manufacturing and assembly sites.
- Set strategic direction and align cross-functional quality initiatives across the supply chain.
- Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and quality excellence.
- Partner with R&D and product development to ensure quality is built into design and processes early on.
- Collaborate with regulatory and internal compliance teams to maintain documentation and traceability.
What you bring
leadership
bachelor's
six sigma
apqp
erp
20+ yrs
- Leadership & Influence: Strategic thinker with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
- Expertise in quality tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC, CAPA).
- 20+ years of experience in supplier quality management, including 10+ years of leadership roles.
- Familiarity with ERP and QMS systems.
- Strong background in managing outsourced manufacturing and global supply chains.
- Proven leadership in driving quality culture and mentoring diverse teams.
- Adaptability: Able to operate in dynamic, fast-paced, and multicultural environments.
- Analytical Thinking: Strong problem-solving skills using Six Sigma and root cause analysis.
- Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy in managing data and documentation.
- Six Sigma Black Belt certification (ASQ or equivalent).
- Multilingual skills or global cultural fluency a plus.
- Experience in industries such as Renewable, Electronics or Automotive.
- Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills across all organizational levels.
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Company
Overview
- Founded to revolutionize solar energy with cutting-edge tracker technology.
- Provides advanced solar tracking solutions that maximize energy production and efficiency.
- Works with utility-scale solar projects to deliver reliable and cost-effective power solutions.
- Delivers engineering excellence with focus on durability, performance, and ease of installation.
- Has grown to become a global leader in solar tracker systems, with projects across multiple continents.
- Known for developing and deploying smart, automated solar trackers that adjust to the sun’s position.
- Focuses on enhancing the sustainability and scalability of solar energy worldwide.
- Pioneers in creating solutions that integrate seamlessly with existing grid infrastructure.
- Constantly pushing the boundaries of solar technology to support a cleaner, greener future.
- Customer Success
- Innovation & Agility
- Collaboration & Teamwork
- Safety First
- Sustainability in Action
- Excellence in Execution
Net Zero 2040
Ambitious Climate Goal
Aiming to achieve net zero emissions by 2040, showcasing strong commitment to sustainability.
50M CO2 Saved
Annual Emission Reduction
Reduces 50 million metric tons of CO2 annually through solar projects, significantly impacting global emissions.
100% Renewable by 2030
Energy Transition Commitment
Committed to sourcing all operational energy needs from renewable sources by 2030.
- Designs products to enhance solar energy efficiency and reduce costs.
- Solutions accelerate the global shift to sustainable energy.
50/50 Gender Ratio
Leadership Commitment
The company aims to achieve equal representation of men and women in its leadership teams.
45% Women Employees
Employee Representation
A significant percentage of the workforce is female, with strong presence in engineering and technology roles.
- Promotes a diverse and inclusive workforce with measurable goals for gender balance in leadership positions.
- Supports diverse hiring practices to foster inclusion across different backgrounds.
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