The Supplier Quality Supervisor is responsible for the leadership and development of a dedicated supplier quality team that ensures the  quality and reliability of products received from suppliers. This role involves developing and implementing quality assurance strategies with a strong emphasis on supplier development by fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance supplier performance and mitigate risks.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: Bachelor’s degree in a business or engineering discipline is required.

Experience: A minimum of 5 years related industry experience.

or

An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the key job accountabilities may be considered.

Travel: 5-10% depending on company needs.

Work Schedule: This position works between the hours of 7 AM and 5 PM, Monday- Friday. However, work may be performed at any time on any day of the week to meet business needs.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Team Leadership and Development
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a team of quality professionals, promoting a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
  • Identify training needs and facilitate skill development opportunities to enhance team capabilities.
• Supplier Evaluation and Performance Management:
  • Assess and qualify new suppliers based on quality standards and company requirements.
  • Conduct regular supplier audits and assessments to ensure compliance with specifications and regulatory standards.
  • Develop and monitor supplier performance metrics and address non-conformances promptly.
• Quality Assurance and Improvement:
  • Develop and implement quality control processes for incoming parts and materials.
  • Lead initiatives to identify root causes of quality issues and implement corrective and preventative action (SCAR).
• Collaboration and Communication:
  • Work closely with Procurement, Engineering, and Production teams to ensure alignment on quality expectations.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for supplier and internal stakeholders to resolve quality issues effectively.
• Continuous Improvement:
  • Drive a culture of continuous improvement by implementing best practices in supplier quality management.
  • Facilitate workshops and training sessions for suppliers and internal teams on quality standards and methodologies.
• Documentation and Reporting:
  • Maintain accurate records of supplier quality audits, assessments, and corrective actions.
  • Prepare reports and presentations for management on supplier quality performance and improvement initiatives.
• Risk Management:
  • Identify quality risks in the supply chain and develop strategies to mitigate them.
  • Work collaboratively with suppliers to ensure compliance to customer requirements, regulatory requirements, industry standards, and Excellerate procedures.
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

The job description and responsibilities described are intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.