Assistant Manager - Material & Supplier Quality

Position Title Assistant Manager - Material & Supplier Quality Position Summary The Assistant Manager - Quality (Material Inspection & Supplier Onboarding) is responsible for material inspection, supplier onboarding, supplier qualification, supplier quality improvement and quality compliance for Transmission Line and Substation projects. The role ensures that suppliers, materials, manufacturing processes and inspection activities comply with approved drawings, specifications, MQP/QAP/ITP, applicable IS/IEC/ASTM standards and organizational quality requirements. The position drives First Time Right (FTR), prevents recurring quality issues and ensures timely material clearance without compromising quality. Key Accountabilities / Responsibilities Material Inspection & Quality Control Carry out inspection and testing of Transmission Line and Substation materials against approved drawings, specifications and applicable IS/IEC/ASTM standards. Verify test certificates, material traceability and acceptance criteria before material clearance. Drive First Time Right (FTR) and timely material clearance without compromising quality. Inspection Planning & Coordination Prepare and implement inspection plans aligned with MQP/QAP/ITP and project delivery schedules. Coordinate with suppliers, project and site teams, and third-party inspection agencies for timely inspections. Supplier Onboarding & Qualification Conduct document review, capability assessment and manufacturing facility audits for new suppliers. Qualify and onboard suppliers against defined quality criteria. Supplier Quality Improvement & Performance Monitoring Monitor supplier quality performance and FTR, and drive improvement plans for recurring issues. Review manufacturing processes and process controls at supplier facilities to prevent repeat defects. Quality Documentation, NCR/RCA/CAPA & Reporting Raise and close NCRs with RCA and CAPA and manage deviation and change control. Maintain inspection records and prepare periodic quality and supplier performance reports. Critical Success Factors - Essential Strong knowledge of material inspection and testing for Transmission Line and Substation materials Ability to conduct supplier assessments, qualification and supplier quality improvement Understanding of manufacturing processes, process controls and quality requirements Working knowledge of MQP/QAP/ITP, NCR, RCA and CAPA Strong communication, stakeholder management and integrity in quality decisions Critical Success Factors - Desirable Experience in Transmission Line / Substation / Power T&D projects Experience with EPC companies, utilities, OEMs or major power-sector manufacturers ISO 9001 Internal Auditor / Lead Auditor certification Knowledge or certification in NDT, welding, galvanizing or coating inspection Experience in supplier performance monitoring, FTR improvement and critical material inspection About Us Resonia, formerly Sterlite Power, is a leading private sector power transmission infrastructure developer and solutions provider with a robust portfolio of 30 completed & flipped and under-construction projects, we’re building approximately 14,602 circuit Kms of transmission lines across India and Brazil. We believe that electricity access transforms societies and delivers long-lasting social impact.Resonia Limited is uniquely positioned to solve the toughest challenges of energy delivery. We are guided by our core purpose of empowering humanity by addressing the toughest challenges of energy delivery. Our four core values form the pillars of our organization: Integrity & Ethics Respect Innovation Speed We leverage innovative global technologies like helicranes and drones to enhance project completion, minimize environmental impact, and improve accuracy. Our strong local presence, deep understanding of regulations, agile execution, and collaborative partnerships with leading EPCs ensure project success, often ahead of schedule.Resonia’s commitment to strong liquidity discipline and innovative project financing empowers our teams to deliver on our promises to the market, government, and all stakeholders. We are dedicated to powering progress, ahead of schedule. For more details, visit: www.resonia.com