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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$85K - $95K *

Transform client relationships by leading strategic projects, ensuring quality and alignment across teams. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive success and meet client expectations while fostering g...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $245K *

Drive the execution of companion diagnostics strategy, managing cross-functional teams and partnerships to ensure successful assay development and regulatory compliance, ultimately enhancing patient o...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Optimize our Dayforce systems strategy while managing stakeholder relationships. You'll guide HRIS functions, lead an offshore analyst, and ensure effective implementations to drive organizational eff...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Lead the day-to-day management of a complex federal construction project, ensuring alignment with contract requirements and client expectations while overseeing scope, schedule, cost, quality, and saf...

Illinois, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$215K - $408K *

Transform healthcare delivery by leading medical management and quality initiatives. Collaborate with clinical teams to enhance patient outcomes and drive cost-effective care while ensuring compliance...

Missouri, USRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $150K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing revenue operations by owning HubSpot, building scalable systems, and driving growth through integrated data management. This hands-on role is pivotal in shaping our...

Cincinnati, OHRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$97K - $119K *

Lead the charge in transforming research into actionable insights for clients. Manage projects, build relationships, and deliver impactful recommendations in a fast-paced client service environment fo...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$92K - $138K *

Join our team to lead the Virtual Utilization Management Program, ensuring clinical excellence and operational efficiency. Collaborate with diverse healthcare professionals to enhance patient care and...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$140K - $160K *

Drive operational excellence by leading process and manufacturing engineering initiatives. Collaborate across teams to enhance efficiency, product quality, and scalability while fostering a culture of...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Develop and optimize complex applications while collaborating with stakeholders and supporting junior staff to enhance workflow, usability, and system functionality in healthcare settings. Engage in t...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$124K - $211K *

Transform your career by leading underwriting teams, driving pricing strategies, and ensuring financial performance. Collaborate across departments to influence business growth and deliver sustainable...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in developing competitive oncology strategies, ensuring client needs are met through collaboration and expertise. Drive business development and enhance client relations while overseei...

Raleigh, NCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$119K - $186K *

Lead the development of a risk-based compliance framework for U.S. pharmaceutical commercialization, advising senior leaders and ensuring adherence to compliance standards while fostering ethical deci...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$91K - $163K *

Champion the production of high-quality Medicaid proposals, ensuring compliance and excellence from RFP release to submission. Collaborate with stakeholders and vendors to enhance processes and delive...

Minnetonka, MNRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading product vision and strategy, driving customer insights to align with business goals. Collaborate across teams to deliver innovative solutions, ensuring impactful outcomes f...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Elevate project outcomes by managing the full lifecycle, ensuring alignment with business objectives, and driving successful execution through effective planning, budgeting, and risk management...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $147K *

Inspire and elevate employee engagement through strategic internal communications. Collaborate with leaders to craft and deliver impactful messaging that drives understanding of company goals and fost...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Drive revenue cycle operations by managing processes from entry to adjudication. Lead teams, implement efficiencies, and ensure compliance while optimizing cash collections and performance metrics for...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's driving business development across a diverse portfolio, managing accounts, generating leads, and closing sales. You'll engage with clients to deliver customized solutions while ach...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining clinical engagement by leading strategic initiatives to enhance clinician pipelines, improve hiring processes, and foster partnerships across multiple regions, driving or...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$118K - $197K *

Lead and develop project quality engineers, ensuring quality deliverables meet standards and customer specifications across various high-voltage projects, while managing inspections, audits, and conti...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Transform enterprise resilience by leading strategic initiatives in crisis management, business continuity, and disaster recovery. Collaborate across functions to enhance operational readiness and ens...

Minneapolis, MNRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$238K - $357K *

Drive clinical excellence by leading coverage determinations and collaborating with providers to enhance health outcomes. Leverage your expertise to ensure cost-effective care while supporting a multi...

Houston, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$70K - $105K *

Manage and oversee multiple medical communications projects, ensuring timely delivery and operational excellence while collaborating with cross-functional teams and clients to drive impactful healthca...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Empower your career by leading health plan expansion efforts. Drive strategic partnerships, engage executives, and align teams to enhance our impact in the healthcare sector through innovative AI solu...

Austin, TXRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.