Hiring Alert: Deputy Manager – Supplier Quality Assurance (SQA)Gurgaon
Hiring Alert: Deputy Manager – Supplier Quality Assurance (SQA) Best Group (Madhusudan Auto), one of the leading names in the automotive manufacturing and component industry, is inviting applications for an experienced and highly skilled Deputy Manager – Supplier Quality Assurance (SQA). This is a significant opportunity for professionals who are passionate about building a robust supply chain, strengthening supplier relationships, and driving zero-defect quality performance.
If you have a strong background in supplier management, PPAP, vendor audits, and quality assurance in automotive or engineering sectors, this role offers excellent growth, leadership exposure, and the chance to work directly with cross-functional teams that shape the core of manufacturing excellence.
About the Company – Best Group (Madhusudan Auto)
Best Group – widely recognized as Madhusudan Auto – is a reputed automotive components manufacturer associated with leading OEMs. Known for its strong technical capabilities, stringent quality systems, and customer-centric approach, the company continues to expand its footprint across stamping, casting, plastic, and rubber component manufacturing.
As part of its continued growth, Best Group is strengthening its Supplier Quality Assurance function and looking for a dynamic professional to lead the SQA initiatives.
Position Details – Supplier Quality Assurance
- Designation: Deputy Manager – Supplier Quality Assurance (SQA)
- Location: Gurgaon
- Working Days: 6 Days/Week
- Department: Supplier Quality / Supplier Development
- Industry: Automotive / Engineering / Component Manufacturing
Key Roles & Responsibilities
The Deputy Manager – SQA will play a strategic and operational role in ensuring that all suppliers meet the organization’s quality, delivery, and cost expectations. Major responsibilities include:
1. Vendor Identification & Assessment
- Identify, evaluate, and develop new suppliers for stamping, plastic, casting, and rubber components.
- Conduct detailed feasibility studies and capability assessments for onboarding new vendors.
2. Supplier Relationship & Communication
- Establish and maintain strong, transparent, and continuous communication with suppliers.
- Work closely with them to improve quality, cost efficiency, and timely supply.
3. Quality Assurance & Compliance
- Verify that suppliers adhere to required quality standards, technical specifications, PPAP requirements, and regulatory norms.
- Ensure suppliers meet performance targets related to quality, cost, delivery, and responsiveness.
4. Supplier Performance Monitoring
- Track supplier KPIs such as rejection rate, defect rate, OTR, response time, and overall quality score.
- Identify chronic issues and drive long-term corrective actions through continuous improvement initiatives.
5. Vendor Audits & Technical Evaluations
- Conduct regular process audits, system audits, and technical capability reviews.
- Identify risks, non-conformities, and improvement opportunities during audit visits.
6. Cross-functional Coordination
- Work alongside QA, engineering, procurement, and production teams to ensure smooth material flow and defect-free production.
- Support technical reviews for new product development and change management.
7. Part Development & PPAP
- Oversee complete part development, from proto sample to final approval.
- Ensure timely PPAP submission, validation, and sample clearance as per internal and customer requirements.
8. Team Leadership
- Lead and guide a team of 15+ members, including Assistant Managers, Supplier Quality Engineers, and Inspectors.
- Define team targets, provide training, and enhance the capability of team members.
9. Manufacturing Process Understanding
- Demonstrate strong knowledge of stamping, molding, casting, machining, and rubber processes.
- Understand cost drivers and manufacturing constraints to make informed sourcing decisions.
Who Should Apply?
- Professionals with experience in Supplier Quality / SQE / SQA / Supplier Development / PPAP / Vendor Management.
- Candidates from automotive, engineering, or component manufacturing backgrounds.
- Those who can handle audits, vendor development, and cross-functional operations independently.
- Candidates with strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.
How to Apply?
Eligible and interested candidates can share their updted CV for Supplier Quality Assurance
📧 suraksha.chandel@bestgroup.co.in
Top 10 Interview Questions & Answers for Deputy Manager – SQA
1. What is the role of Supplier Quality Assurance in the automotive industry?
Answer: SQA ensures that suppliers deliver defect-free components by monitoring quality, auditing processes, improving vendor capabilities, and maintaining compliance with standards like IATF and PPAP.
2. How do you qualify a new supplier?
Answer: Through capability assessment, process audit, sample evaluation, capacity verification, quality system review, and trial order performance.
3. Which KPIs do you track for supplier performance?
Answer: Rejection PPM, on-time delivery, response time, CAPA closure, defect trends, audit scores, and cost performance.
4. What steps do you take when a supplier repeatedly sends defective parts?
Answer: Issue NCR → Conduct root cause analysis → Implement CAPA → Audit their process → Increase inspection frequency → Monitor for sustained improvement.
5. Explain your experience with PPAP.
Answer: Handling Level 1 to Level 5 PPAP documentation, sample validation, measurement reports, process sheets, and customer approvals.
6. What is your approach to supplier audits?
Answer: Planning audit checklist, visiting shop floor, reviewing process capability, inspection setup, traceability, documentation, competency, and identifying gaps.
7. How do you ensure timely part development?
Answer: By creating a development timeline, coordinating with suppliers, tracking milestones, resolving technical issues, and ensuring PPAP submission on time.
8. What tools do you use for root cause analysis?
Answer: 5 Why, Fishbone Diagram, FMEA, Pareto Analysis, SPC, Control Plan review.
9. How do you motivate and lead your Supplier Quality Assurance team?
Answer: Setting clear goals, assigning responsibilities, providing training, reviewing progress, and promoting accountability and teamwork.
10. Why do you want to join Madhusudan Auto (Best Group)?
Answer: Because of its strong reputation, stable growth, advanced manufacturing operations, and opportunity to contribute to supplier development excellence.