Arshad Ali

About Arshad Ali

A results-oriented Supplier Quality Manager with over 11 years of experience driving…

Experience

1. Senior Engineer- Sqa

   Ss Innovations International, Inc

   Nov 2023 — Present · Delhi, IN

   Spearheaded a cross-functional initiative to enhance supplier performance, resulting in a 22% improvement in Supplier Scorecard ratings within six months by enforcing data-driven SCAR implementation and rigorous audit schedules.• Partnered with the Purchasing team to lead supplier qualification and improvement programs, reducing procurement lead time by 18% and strengthening material sourcing reliability.• Led risk-based assessments of supplier quality systems, identifying root causes of non-conformance and driving sustainable corrective actions across a network of critical vendors.• Conducted over 30 comprehensive supplier quality audits aligned with ISO 9001 standards, fostering a culture of compliance and continuous improvement across the supply base.• Developed and maintained a supplier performance database that enhanced decision-making for strategic sourcing and minimized the risk of supply disruptions.• Acted as a key liaison between engineering, manufacturing, and external suppliers—successfully renegotiated contracts that achieved both cost savings and improved material quality.• Improved team efficiency by mentoring junior engineers and standardizing quality control documentation, resulting in a 15% increase in audit readiness and report turnaround time.