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Project Supplier Quality Manager

 

e-STORAGE is a subsidiary of Canadian Solar and a leading company specializing in the design, manufacturing, and integration of battery energy storage systems for utility-scale applications. The Company offers its own proprietary LFP battery solution, comprehensive EPC services, and innovative solutions aimed at improving grid operations, integrating clean energy, and contributing to a sustainable future. e-STORAGE has successfully implemented over multiple GWh DC of battery energy storage solutions in various locations, including North and South America, the United Kingdom, Australia, and East Asia. This significant accomplishment solidifies e-STORAGE's position as a key player in the global energy storage integration industry. Currently, the Company operates two fully automated, state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities with an annual production capacity approaching 20 GWh. e-STORAGE is fully equipped to continue providing high-quality, scalable energy storage solutions and contribute to the widespread adoption of clean energy.

For additional information about e-STORAGE, visit www.csestorage.com

Canadian Solar was founded in 2001 in Canada and has been listed on NASDAQ since 2006. It is now one of the world's largest solar technology and renewable energy companies. Canadian Solar is a leading manufacturer of solar photovoltaic modules, a provider of solar energy and battery storage solutions, and a developer of utility-scale solar power and battery storage projects with a geographically diversified pipeline in various stages of development. Over the past 23 years, Canadian Solar has successfully delivered over 102 GW of premium-quality solar photovoltaic modules to customers across the world. Since entering the project development business in 2010, Canadian Solar has developed, built, and connected over 9 GWp of solar power projects and over 3 GWh of battery storage projects globally. Currently, the Company has approximately 700 MWp of solar power projects in operation, 8 GWp of projects under construction or in backlog (late-stage), and an additional 17 GWp of projects in advanced and early-stage pipeline. In addition, the Company has a total battery storage project development pipeline of 52 GWh, including approximately 2 GWh under construction or in backlog, and an additional 50 GWh in advanced and early-stage development. Canadian Solar is one of the most bankable companies in the solar and renewable energy industry.

For additional information about Canadian Solar, visit www.canadiansolar.com

Position Title: Project Supplier Quality Manager
Department: Quality
Entity: CS e-STORAGE
Reports To: Sr. Project Quality Director
Location: CA, TX or AZ - US or Kitchener, Canada (Hybrid)

 

Key Responsibilities

 

We are seeking a highly skilled and results-driven Project Supplier Quality Manager to join our team. This role plays a critical part in ensuring the quality and reliability of components sourced from our global suppliers.

 

As the Project Supplier Quality Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of supplier quality across our global supply chain. This role involves establishing supplier quality strategies and standards, implementing robust quality control processes, resolving supplier quality issues, managing supplier relationships, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Your leadership and expertise will directly contribute to our mission of delivering high-quality energy storage solutions to customers worldwide.

 

Essential Duties

  • Establish a comprehensive global supplier quality strategy that aligns with business goals and objectives. Develop and nurture strong partnerships with global suppliers.
  • Set high supplier quality standards and expectations. Clearly compile these into contractual Quality Requirements to be signed by suppliers in the purchase agreements.
  • Regularly evaluate supplier performance and drive improvement initiatives, ensuring their capability to meet quality standards, regulatory requirements, and performance expectations.
  • Develop and implement robust supplier quality control processes, including effective inspection plans and comprehensive factory audits. Participate in supplier development and qualifications.
  • Collect and maintain accurate records of supplier quality performance and audit results. Analyze data to identify trends and opportunities and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure supplier performance.
  • Coordinate and collaborate with Engineering, Procurement, Implementation, and Operations teams to troubleshoot and mitigate supplier quality issues. Drive suppliers to resolve quality problems, reduce defects, and improve performance.
  • Lead and facilitate root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions for supplier quality issues. Provide guidance and training to suppliers and stakeholders on continuous improvement methodologies.
  • Summarize findings, track work progress, and share lessons learned. Prepare supplier quality reports and manage communications with internal and external parties.
  • Foster strong collaborative relationships with clients, suppliers, contractors, and internal stakeholders to promote a culture of quality and teamwork.
  • Travel within the United States, Canada, Europe, Australia, and other locations as needed, including weekends and overnight stays.
  • Work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as required.

 

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or higher in Quality Management, Engineering, or a related field.
  • 7+ years of proven experience in supplier quality management, ideally in the renewable energy sector.
  • Professional certifications in quality management or regulatory affairs (e.g., ASQ, RAPS) are a plus.
  • Deep knowledge of quality methodologies and tools, such as Six Sigma, Statistical Process Control (SPC).
  • Experience in conducting supplier audits and assessments, Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), and Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA).
  • Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and data-driven decision-making abilities.
  • Excellent communication, teamwork, time management, and problem-solving skills.
  • Self-motivated, adaptable, resourceful, results-oriented, resilient, flexible, and dependable.
  • Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision and meet tight deadlines under pressure.

 

Compensation & Benefits

Canadian Solar offers a competitive salary plus fully comprehensive benefits and performance bonus package based on an annual objective achievement.

 

Canadian Solar Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).  Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.

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Canadian Solar's mission is to deliver solar powered electricity to millions of people around the globe. Dr. Shawn Qu, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, founded the company with a dream of making solar power products normal household convenien...

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