Director, Quality Management Jobs

Explore Director, Quality Management jobs for experienced leaders ready to shape quality strategy, strengthen compliance, and improve performance across an organization. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, including senior roles in quality assurance, quality systems, regulatory affairs, and operational excellence.

What Does a Director of Quality Management Do?

Directors of Quality Management build and lead programs that help organizations consistently meet customer, regulatory, and business requirements. Responsibilities may include setting quality policies, overseeing audits and corrective actions, managing quality teams, monitoring performance metrics, and partnering with executives and department leaders to address risks and improve processes.

Common Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek significant experience in quality management, people leadership, and process improvement. Depending on the industry, roles may call for knowledge of quality management systems, regulatory standards, internal and external audits, risk management, root-cause analysis, and continuous improvement methods. Clear communication and the ability to turn data into practical decisions are also important.

Industries and Career Opportunities

Quality management directors work across industries such as healthcare, life sciences, manufacturing, technology, and financial services. The scope of a role can vary: some leaders focus on enterprise-wide quality systems, while others specialize in product quality, compliance, supplier quality, or operational processes. Explore openings to compare responsibilities, company needs, and leadership scope.

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Use Ladders to discover vetted Director, Quality Management opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review job requirements and responsibilities, then find roles that align with your experience, industry expertise, and next-step career goals.

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$110K - $130K *

Pioneer customer success by nurturing strategic relationships, driving product adoption, and ensuring satisfaction. Leverage your expertise to mentor junior team members and shape customer success str...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $180K *

Transform healthcare sales by building strategic relationships within managed care organizations. Drive revenue growth through effective selling and relationship management while maximizing exposure t...

Georgia, USRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $135K *

Shape healthcare delivery by supervising a utilization management team, ensuring quality adherence to standards. Drive process improvements while mentoring staff in effective care management strategie...

Phoenix, AZRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$192K - $258K *

Join a team that's shaping construction risk management across global projects. Lead efforts in governance, compliance, and audit for data center development while collaborating with key stakeholders...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$134K - $230K *

Lead high-complexity strategy consulting engagements, guiding teams and developing solutions for payer clients. Serve as a trusted advisor to senior executives and drive business development efforts t...

Eden Prairie, MNRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$154K - $208K *

Lead statistical operations for Centralized Statistical Monitoring, ensuring study quality and compliance through innovative methodologies and analytical processes across clinical trial portfolios...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Drive operational excellence by leading global partnerships and enhancing efficiency. Collaborate with teams to achieve strategic goals, support change management, and ensure accountability in meeting...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $150K *

Transform customer relationships and drive sales growth by executing innovative strategies and leveraging packaging solutions. Collaborate with internal teams to meet client needs while maintaining a...

Haltom City, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $150K *

Unlock new business opportunities and enhance customer relationships by executing strategic sales initiatives, leveraging packaging solutions, and driving profitability while ensuring exceptional serv...

Houston, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in driving operational excellence across multiple markets, ensuring customer satisfaction and compliance while managing a high-performing team. Focus on strategic growth, budget manage...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$225K - $275K *

Lead the charge in redefining Total Rewards strategy, enhancing compensation, equity, and benefits to attract and retain top talent while anticipating workforce shifts driven by AI and market trends...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower AI-driven software delivery by leading cross-functional teams to enhance execution, speed, and governance. Spearhead innovative solutions for improving complex project management and delivery...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$216K - $236K *

Join a team that's redefining AI product management by driving ROI through innovative solutions. Lead the development of AI capabilities that enhance Alteryx workflows, ensuring faster, better, and ch...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$146K - $269K *

Lead the charge in enhancing long-term care management strategies, ensuring high-quality, cost-effective healthcare outcomes while guiding a dedicated team to improve member and provider experiences a...

Indiana, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$177K - $221K *

Lead the development and execution of global CMC regulatory strategies to support clinical trials and market applications, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements throughout the product lifec...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in developing and maintaining insurance policy forms and endorsements. Ensure compliance and quality assurance across multiple states while collaborating with cross-functional teams to...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$93K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team as you manage clinical data throughout study lifecycles, ensuring compliance and quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive data strategy and support innovative solu...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$167K - $229K *

Lead the charge in transforming clinical decision-making strategies within health insurance, ensuring compliance and quality in medical reviews while advancing innovation in medical management and cro...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$195K - $244K *

Unlock your potential as a Global Regulatory Leader, driving regulatory strategy and submissions for CNS projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor junior staff, and ensure compliance w...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Empower regulatory excellence by managing promotional materials compliance across global markets, ensuring adherence to laws and internal policies, while aligning with strategic business objectives in...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Empower the execution of CMC strategies by collaborating across teams to enhance production, streamline operations, and drive commercial success for innovative therapeutics and diagnostics, ensuring a...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $105K *

Collaborate with clients and teams to manage projects, expectations, and delivery, ensuring high standards and strategic growth in a fast-paced medical affairs environment. Leverage experience to iden...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$174K - $291K *

Lead the charge in shaping enterprise identity and access management strategies. Drive operational excellence, oversee IAM governance, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security a...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing CMC strategies to optimize manufacturing processes and commercial operations, ensuring alignment with project goals through effective collaboration across t...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$151K - $178K *

Shape the future of credit decisioning by leading a team focused on automating underwriting processes, enhancing portfolio analytics, and driving policy governance in a fast-paced fintech environment...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Quality Management do?question toggle

    A Director of Quality Management leads an organization’s quality strategy and programs. The role may oversee quality systems, audits, compliance, performance measurement, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Director, Quality Management jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary by employer and industry, but commonly include substantial experience in quality or compliance, leadership experience, and knowledge of quality systems, audits, risk management, and process improvement. Some positions require industry-specific credentials or regulatory expertise.

  • Which industries hire Directors of Quality Management?question toggle

    Employers hire quality management directors in fields including healthcare, life sciences, manufacturing, technology, and financial services. Responsibilities and regulatory requirements differ by industry.

  • How can I find Director, Quality Management jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Director, Quality Management listings on Ladders, where vetted professional opportunities pay $100,000 or more. Compare role scope, qualifications, and industry requirements to identify a strong match.