Senior Manager Supplier Quality APAC

Job Description

Location: Tukang, Singapore (West)

Only candidates with the legal right to work in Singapore will be considered. Please note that applicants without this eligibility will not be considered.

Why join Rolls-Royce?

At Rolls-Royce we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere.

By joining Rolls-Royce, you'll have the opportunity to work on world-class solutions, supported by a culture that believes individuality is our greatest strength, and all perspectives, experiences and backgrounds help us innovate and enable our high-performance culture.

Position Summary

Rolls-Royce Power Systems delivers mission-critical solutions across power generation, marine, energy, and industrial applications, including diesel and gas engines, hybrid systems, and distributed energy systems.

We are seeking a Senior Manager, Supplier Quality APAC to lead supplier quality performance across a complex regional supply base supporting engine systems, power generation equipment, and critical components.

This role operates at both strategic and operational levels, driving supplier capability, managing risk, and ensuring quality standards in environments where reliability, safety, and uptime are critical.

What you will be doing:

Regional Supplier Quality Leadership

• Define and execute APAC supplier quality strategy aligned with global standards and business objectives
• Establish governance frameworks, KPIs, and reporting mechanisms for supplier performance

Supplier Development & Performance Management

• Drive supplier capability improvement across manufacturing processes such as machining, casting, fabrication, and electrical integration
• Lead supplier audits, qualification, and approval processes
• Manage supplier performance through structured scorecards and reviews

Supplier Risk & Recovery

• Identify high-risk suppliers and lead recovery plans to stabilize quality and delivery performance
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for critical supplier issues
• Support escalation management across the supply chain

Quality Assurance & Compliance

• Ensure supplier compliance with Rolls-Royce standards and applicable regulatory requirements
• Apply structured quality methodologies (e.g. APQP, PPAP, FMEA, 8D)
• Support new product introduction and industrialization activities

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Engineering, Procurement, and Operations teams on supplier selection and performance management
• Provide quality and risk insights to support sourcing decisions
• Act as the APAC interface for global supplier quality initiatives

Leadership & Capability Building

• Strengthening supplier quality capability across the region
• Coach stakeholders and suppliers on quality standards and continuous improvement practices

Position requirements:

• Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, or a related discipline
• Significant experience in supplier quality, manufacturing quality, or supplier development within industrial or engineering environments
• Experience working with products or systems such as:
  • Power generation equipment
  • Diesel or gas engines
  • Generator sets or distributes energy systems
  • Heavy industrial or mechanical equipment
• Proven track record in:
  • Supplier audits, qualification, and performance management
  • Managing supplier quality issues and driving resolution
  • Working with cross-functional stakeholders in complex environments
• Strong knowledge of:
  • Quality methodologies (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, 8D, Lean Six Sigma)
  • Manufacturing processes (e.g. machining, casting, welding, assembly, electrical systems)
• Experience working across multiple markets in APAC is advantageous
• Experience gained in industries such as power generation, energy systems, heavy equipment, marine, or industrial manufacturing will be advantageous. Equivalent experience in other relevant engineering or manufacturing sectors will also be considered.

About mtu Power Systems

Power Systems is the Rolls-Royce business which provides world-class power solutions and complete life-cycle support under our product and solution brand mtu. Through digitalization and electrification, we strive to develop drive and power generation solutions that provide answers to the challenges posed by the rapidly growing societal demands for energy and mobility.

We deliver and service comprehensive, powerful and reliable systems, based on both gas and diesel engines, as well as electrified hybrid systems. These technologically advanced solutions serve our customers in the marine and infrastructure sectors worldwide.

Our vision is to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that shaped our history continues into our future. Our multi-year transformation programme aims to turn Rolls-Royce into a high-performing, competitive, resilient and growing company. Join us, and it can be your future vision too.

Rolls-Royce is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristics.

Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

As part of our selection process, candidates in certain locations may be asked to complete an online assessment, which can include cognitive and behavioural aptitude testing relevant to the role. If required, full instructions for the next steps will be provided.

Job Category

Quality

Posting Date

18 May 2026; 00:05