Supplier Quality Manager
Onsite - MO - RELOCATION SUPPORT PROVIDED
Position Summary:
As the Quality Leader for Supplier Management, you will oversee the Supplier Quality function at our St. Louis site, ensuring that all suppliers meet our stringent quality standards. This role includes supervising the Supplier Quality and Receiving Inspection teams, managing supplier audits, and leading quality improvement initiatives. You will work closely with Purchasing and Operations teams to evaluate and qualify new and existing suppliers, addressing any quality issues and ensuring compliance with internal and regulatory standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage the Supplier Quality and Receiving Inspection teams.
- Oversee supplier qualification, audits, and process validation.
- Support supplier selection and sourcing decisions.
- Manage supplier-related quality issues and corrective actions.
- Ensure supplier compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements.
- Represent Supplier Quality in audits and management reviews.
- Monitor and report on key supplier quality performance metrics.
- Travel up to 25% may be required.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Biology, Chemistry, or related field.
- 7+ years of Quality experience in Medical Device or other regulated industries, with 5+ years in supplier quality management.
- Strong communication, organisational, and project management skills.
- Proficient in MS Office; additional certifications (ASQ CQE, CQA, Six Sigma) preferred.
Benefits:
We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, 401K with company match, paid time off, employee stock purchase plan, performance bonuses, and tuition reimbursement.
