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.

Find Director, Quality Management Jobs on Ladders

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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$91K - $121K *

Shape the future of project management by leading enterprise initiatives, establishing standards, and ensuring effective execution of organizational priorities in a remote setting...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$109K - $164K *

Drive advanced digital forensics and incident response initiatives while mentoring a skilled engineering team. Leverage deep technical knowledge to enhance operational capabilities and ensure exceptio...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Optimize transformation readiness by leading enterprise testing strategies. Collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure business solutions meet operational needs, minimize risks, and validate readines...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$182K - $217K *

Unlock operational excellence as a strategic leader driving cross-functional initiatives, enhancing escalation processes, and fostering collaboration to achieve measurable outcomes in a dynamic enviro...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$105K - $110K *

Transform quality management across multiple facilities by driving compliance, enhancing food safety, and leading improvement initiatives. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure product excellence a...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$105K - $120K *

Elevate project management excellence by leading a dynamic team, ensuring high-quality execution across flagship accounts, and driving operational efficiency through strategic oversight and collaborat...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive Quality Management Program, ensuring NCQA accreditation and regulatory compliance while driving performance improvement initiatives across health...

Austin, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $140K *

Drive your career forward by leading a dynamic PMO team, overseeing complex projects in healthcare technology. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure strategic alignment and successful execution of...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $145K *

Lead and advance quality operations in healthcare audits, ensuring compliance, operational excellence, and alignment with global standards. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive process improvements...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$170K - $200K *

Lead cross-functional integration of data, analytics, evaluation, and governance to enhance healthcare AI products. Drive roadmap ownership, optimize workflows, ensure data quality, and foster collabo...

Palo Alto, CARemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$71K - $102K *

Engage in quality assurance leadership for Prior Authorization reviews, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and efficiency. Oversee a team of auditors, drive improvement initiatives, and enhance provider a...

Florida, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $205K *

Champion process excellence by optimizing workflows and driving cross-functional improvements. Collaborate with teams to enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and elevate service quality throu...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading clinical reimbursement strategies across skilled nursing facilities, ensuring compliance and optimal performance through collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to enhan...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$138K - $231K *

Lead revenue cycle operations for a multi-site Center of Excellence, driving performance improvements, managing budgets, and mentoring teams to enhance billing accuracy and cash collections while ensu...

Texas, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$154K - $181K *

Lead and optimize enterprise data platforms and Salesforce AMS, ensuring scalability, reliability, and security. Collaborate with stakeholders to align systems with organizational goals while managing...

Washington, DCRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Reimagine medical communication by leading a team of writers to craft regulatory and scientific documents. Oversee projects, ensuring clarity and quality for diverse audiences while adhering to timeli...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$132K - $172K *

Lead pharmacovigilance operations and safety science initiatives, ensuring compliance and quality in drug safety reporting. Oversee vendor performance, manage safety data, and contribute to regulatory...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $160K *

Transform your career by leading cross-functional teams to drive drug development strategies. Collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure successful execution of integrated plans, manage risks, and de...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$143K - $208K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead enterprise-wide manufacturing strategy, ensuring performance and scalability across multiple facilities while driving cross-functional collaboration and continuous impr...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$126K - $191K *

Lead the charge in implementing an integrated risk framework across the enterprise, enhancing resilience and oversight while guiding teams in risk management, business continuity, and crisis response...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $178K *

Transform data governance by leading initiatives that bridge legal compliance, data security, and technology operations. Drive innovative self-service workflows while ensuring compliance across divers...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Elevate your career by leading the strategy and execution of analytics products that drive measurable value in healthcare. Collaborate across teams to transform complex data into actionable insights t...

Dublin, OHRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Drive customer success by managing complex onboarding projects, ensuring alignment across teams, and delivering high-quality implementations. This role is pivotal in creating structured processes in a...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$126K - $153K *

Transform healthcare safety by leading multi-hospital engagements, applying High Reliability Organization principles, and driving operational improvements to enhance patient care and trust across dive...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Champion data integrity by implementing comprehensive quality controls and metrics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize data governance and enhance usability across the enterprise. Dri...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

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.