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For many decades, GROHE has been committed to the brand values of technology, quality, design and sustainability that all illustrate GROHE's commitment to creating exceptional experiences and to delivering \"Pure FreudeanWasser\". With its engineering, innovation and design activities firmly anchored in Germany, GROHE products bear the badge of quality \"Made in Germany\", ultimately strengthening the customers’ confidence in the brand. In 2014, GROHE became part of the LIXIL Corporation, a publicly listed company on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.\n\nJob description\n\n>\nThis is a high-impact, strategically influential role at the heart of LIXIL’s Central Quality Group. You will shape how global quality systems operate, drive a proactive quality culture across New Product Development, and play a pivotal role in the global SAP S/4HANA transformation (LIFT). If you are motivated by complex global environments, cross-functional collaboration, and the opportunity to build a unified “One LIXIL” quality language, this role offers exceptional scope and visibility.\nAbout the Role\nThe Global Quality Systems & NPD Integration Lead operates at the intersection of Quality Engineering, SAP Quality Management, and New Product Development. The position is split roughly 50/50 between:\nSAP S/4HANA Quality Management (QM) deployment and governance\n\nNPD Quality leadership and “Quality at the Source” implementation\n\nYou will work closely with teams across Asia, EMENA, the Americas, R&D, Manufacturing, and the global LIFT programme to harmonise processes, strengthen quality foundations, and support high-velocity manufacturing.\nKey Responsibilities\nSAP S/4HANA (LIFT) Quality Management\nLead the architecture, deployment, and governance of the SAP QM module within the global S/4HANA template.\n\nManage rollout activities across regions, including completed, ongoing, and upcoming deployments.\n\nMaintain and safeguard the integrity of the global QM template to ensure harmonised processes.\n\nCollect, prioritise, and manage system backlogs and optimisation initiatives based on user feedback.\n\nDrive continuous improvement post-rollout across global regions.\n\nCollaborate closely with ITD, MTE, and STP workstreams to ensure integrated, user-centric processes.\n\nNPD Quality Leadership\nEmbed “Quality at the Source” principles across the Stage Gate process.\n\nEnsure rigorous completion of quality work packages throughout NPD projects.\n\nFacilitate early-stage quality engineering activities, including Design and Process FMEAs with internal teams and suppliers.\n\nReview and validate technical feasibility, installation testing, and field test reports.\n\nIntegrate lessons learned into new project planning to prevent repeat issues.\n\nDefine and manage Critical Characteristics within inspection planning, coordinating with plants and R&D.\n\nConduct supplier process audits aligned with VDA 6.3 standards.\n\nAnalyse product data and drive 8D corrective actions, including communication, tracking, and effectiveness checks.\n\nOversee containment, rework, and sorting activities when required.\n\nManage quality-related cost recharging to the appropriate owner.\n\nTrack and report project-specific Quality KPIs.\n\nWhat You Bring\nYou will thrive in this role if you have a strong Quality Engineering foundation and the ability to operate autonomously in a global, fast-moving environment.\nEngineering degree (Mechanical, Industrial, or related field)\n\n5+ years’ experience in Quality, Engineering, or Manufacturing Operations in an international setting\n\nStrong SAP QM/PP knowledge (S/4HANA preferred)\n\nDeep understanding of PPAP, APQP, SPC, FMEA, and core quality tools\n\nExperience with supplier quality, audits, and NPD processes\n\nStrong analytical capability and excellent MS Office skills\n\nSelf-driven, pragmatic, and able to balance quality and business priorities\n\nSkilled at influencing senior stakeholders across regions\n\nBusiness-fluent English; German is a plus\n\nPreferred certifications: Six Sigma Green/Black Belt, ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor\n\nWhy This Role Matters\nThis position is central to LIXIL’s shift from reactive quality management to a proactive, prevention-driven culture. By harmonising digital tools and NPD processes, you will help create a unified global quality language that strengthens manufacturing performance, reduces failure and warranty costs, and enhances customer satisfaction.\nWhy Join LIXIL\nHigh visibility and strategic influence across global operations\n\nOpportunity to shape long-term quality systems and processes\n\nSignificant involvement in a major global SAP transformation\n\nBroad exposure to cross-functional and international stakeholders\n\nFlexible, autonomous working environment\n\nA role with genuine impact on product quality, customer experience, and operational excellence\n\nLIXIL\nA HOME FOR EVERYONE.\nEvery person on the planet dreams of a better home. Andat LIXIL, we’re committed to making better homes a reality for everyone, everywhere.\nWe make it happen with pioneering water and housing technology solutions. Home to world leading brands like INAX, American Standard, GROHE, TOSTEM and many more, we touch the lives of more than a billion people each day, transforming houses into homes.\nOur planet is the home we all share. So how we do business matters. Ourinclusive and empowering culture, entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to having a positive impact on the planet are integral to our business strategy.\nLIXIL today is on a journey of transformation. The world around us is changing. Technological advances. Evolving needs. New demographics. Shifting expectations. These changes serve as opportunities for solutions to be discovered, and to unlock progress for all.\nWe invite you to make this journey with us. It is as challenging as it is inspiring. Together we can shape the future of living. We’re a home for growth, for imagination, for creativity. 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