Staff Supplier Development Quality Engineer - Mandarin Speaking Required (Remote)

Cordis is a global leader in cardiovascular technology dedicated to transforming cardiovascular care. The Supplier Development Engineer will coach and mentor suppliers, focusing on quality processes and collaboration, while applying technical expertise to improve supplier performance and compliance.

Responsibilities:

• Lead supplier development efforts with empathy and authority—mentoring suppliers like a trusted consultant and empowering them to co-create compliant, efficient systems
• Utilize strong influencing and relationship-building abilities to foster collaborative partnerships
• Design and implement methodical development plans by applying Lean Six Sigma, PFMEA, DOE, APQP, and PPAP
• Oversee project timelines, milestones, and outcomes, ensuring processes remain organized and stakeholders aligned
• Lead data sampling and capability studies to identify opportunities for improvement, error-proofing, and supplier performance
• Apply SPC, capability indices (Cp/Cpk), and MSA to deliver actionable insights
• Apply in-depth knowledge of ISO 13485, FDA QSR, and global regulatory expectations to guide supplier compliance
• Conduct supplier audits, validations, and risk assessments
• Collaborate with R&D, Operations, Procurement, and Quality teams to ensure seamless integration of supplier contributions
• Facilitate supplier design reviews, process mapping, and escalation resolution
• Implement Lean projects to reduce waste, cycle time, and costs
• Track supplier performance using KPIs such as defect trends, audit scores, and CAPA closures
• Demonstrate creativity in designing solutions to complex supply challenges
• Balance technical rigor with strong coaching and mentoring skills
• Maintain a continuous improvement mindset, always seeking efficiency, quality, and long-term supplier capability growth

Requirements:

• Requires Engineering Bachelors Degree and 8+ years of relevant experience or Master's Degree and 6+ years of experience
• Fluent in Mandarin required
• Strong understanding of ISO 13485, FDA QSR, supplier audits, and global QMS standards
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or higher preferred; skilled in DOE, PFMEA, SPC, APQP, PPAP, and capability analysis
• Exceptional influencing, coaching, communication, and negotiation skills
• Strong project management abilities and organizational skills
• Demonstrated ability to lead structured problem-solving and drive supplier engagement
• Excellent analytical and statistical interpretation skills
• Creative thinker with the ability to design structured approaches for complex challenges
• Ability to act as a mentor and coach, guiding suppliers toward long-term success