Supplier Quality Specialist

Acuity Inc. (NYSE: AYI) is a market-leading industrial technology company. We use technology to solve problems in spaces, light and more things to come. Through our two business segments, Acuity Brands Lighting (ABL) and Acuity Intelligent Spaces (AIS), we design, manufacture, and bring to market products and services that make a valuable difference in people’s lives. We achieve growth through the development of innovative new products and services, including lighting, lighting controls, building management solutions, and an audio, video and control platform. We focus on customer outcomes and drive growth and productivity to increase market share and deliver superior returns. We look to aggressively deploy capital to grow the business and to enter attractive new verticals. Acuity Inc. is based in Atlanta, Georgia, with operations across North America, Europe and Asia. The Company is powered by approximately 13,000 dedicated and talented associates. Visit us at www.acuityinc.com. Job Summary As a Supplier Quality Specialist, you play a key role in ensuring the quality of products or services provided by our suppliers. You contribute to ensuring that products meet quality standards, which can positively impact customer satisfaction and the company's reputation. Key Tasks & Responsibilities (Essential Functions) Implement, train, and provide ongoing support to suppliers regarding Distech Controls' quality management system processes and quality concepts in manufacturing facilities as needed. Participate in the selection of potential suppliers by assessing their ability to meet the company's quality requirements, including evaluating their quality historical performance, certifications, technical capabilities, and regulatory compliance. Collaborate with Sourcing, Research and Development, Production Technology, and Production departments to establish quality criteria that suppliers must adhere to. Define technical specifications, quality standards, performance requirements, and applicable regulations. Conduct regular audits at suppliers to assess compliance with defined quality criteria. Perform on-site inspections, review manufacturing processes, evaluate performance tests, and analyze results to identify potential issues. Continuously monitor action plans and improvement initiatives with various suppliers. In case of non-compliance or significant quality issues identified with a supplier, work with them to implement corrective actions. Assist in identifying root causes of quality issues, propose solutions, and monitor implementation to prevent recurrence. Continuously monitor supplier performance in terms of quality. Collect and analyze data, establish performance indicators, and identify emerging trends or issues. This monitoring helps anticipate risks and implement preventive measures. Collaborate with suppliers to promote continuous improvement in their quality performance. Offer training, advice, and recommendations to optimize production processes, reduce defects, and enhance customer satisfaction. Maintain ethical and close relationships with suppliers, ensuring clear communication and fostering collaboration. Partner with suppliers to resolve quality issues, build capabilities, and encourage innovation. Skills and Minimum Experience Required Bilingual French and English: To serve clients and external service providers across Canada and USA. Spanish proficiency is an asset. Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or equivalent experience. Training in quality management and assurance is an asset. Internal or external auditor certification is an asset. Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification is an asset. 5 to 10 years of experience in a similar role. Expertise in FMEA, root cause analysis, and recognized problem-solving methodologies. Ability to document issues systematically. Ability to interact effectively with a diverse range of internal stakeholders. Willingness to adapt quickly to changing environments and contribute to various projects. Ability to learn new processes and skills to undertake projects. Strong leadership skills, good listening ability, and willingness to collaborate. Valid driver's license. Travel Requirements Frequent travel required outside of Canada, up to 50% of the time. We value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ethnicity or national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, covered veteran status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accommodation for Applicants with Disabilities: As an equal opportunity employer, Acuity Brands is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in its application process for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you have difficulty using our online system due to a disability and need an accommodation, you may contact us at (770) 922-9000, select option 4. Please clearly indicate what type of accommodation you are requesting and for what requisition. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Acuity Inc. from a third party, such as an Agency recruiter, including unsolicited resumes sent to an Acuity Inc. mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Acuity Inc. employees, or to Acuity Inc. resume database will be considered Acuity Inc. property. Acuity Inc. will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Knowledge of French is required for positions permanently located in Quebec so incumbents can communicate with their colleagues and suppliers in Quebec as necessary. French-language training is offered to all incumbents in permanent positions in Quebec who do not have a good knowledge of French. Acuity Inc. will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. This includes any Agency that is an approved/engaged vendor but does not have the appropriate approvals to be engaged on a search. #J-18808-Ljbffr