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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$225K - $285K *

Drive the development of HPC supply chain frameworks for market intelligence and risk management. Collaborate with sourcing teams to analyze market trends, manage costs, and enhance supplier relations...

San Francisco, CARemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $120K *

Shape the future of Crop Protection & Chemicals by driving sales and fostering client relationships. Utilize strategic insights and collaboration to achieve targets and expand market presence while ma...

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as you champion quality across the SDLC, promoting best practices in testing. Collaborate cross-functionally to build and scale automated test suites, ensuring reliability and perf...

Salt Lake City, UTRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$97K - $200K *

Advance your career by leading public sector consulting projects, mentoring staff, and driving financial solutions for local governments. Join a dynamic team dedicated to community success and profess...

Mishawaka, INRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$133K - $200K *

Lead and elevate analytic approaches to support contract negotiations, drive strategic initiatives, and mentor a skilled team, enhancing provider relationships and regulatory compliance to improve the...

Massachusetts, USRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in shaping global healthcare packaging design. As a Principal Design Program Manager, you'll establish frameworks and standards, drive strategic decisions, and ensure seamless collabor...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$225K - $250K *

Shape the future of business development by driving Quantum opportunities and building strategic relationships across federal markets, with a focus on Defense & Intelligence to win multi-million dolla...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$170K - $195K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead Revenue Operations, driving strategy and execution for sales and renewals. Collaborate across departments to enhance processes, optimize technology, and ensure accurate...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Transform global CMC regulatory strategies for biologics and vaccines, ensuring compliance and quality in submissions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to influence outcomes and enhance patient...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$220K - $240K *

Optimize customer success through strategic leadership and analytics, guiding a global team to deliver exceptional customer experiences and drive market growth in the Resins & Technologies sector...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$189K - $246K *

Pioneer AI-driven product capabilities by translating complex challenges into actionable solutions that enhance user trust and drive measurable outcomes through collaboration across diverse teams...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$72K - $130K *

Engage in leading complex technology and data initiatives, ensuring alignment with strategic business objectives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive project delivery from planning throug...

Boston, MARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$145K - $182K *

Drive demand planning excellence by leading the Americas team, collaborating across functions to enhance forecasting accuracy and integrated business planning. Transform scenario planning capabilities...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing a high-performing team of Field Reimbursement Managers, ensuring operational excellence and client satisfaction while fostering a culture of development, accountability, an...

Morrisville, NCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $160K *

Transform the finance function by leading strategic initiatives, optimizing staffing, and enhancing profitability. Oversee accounting, reporting, and treasury operations while driving disciplined cost...

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6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$171K - $231K *

Drive innovative patient recruitment strategies to enhance clinical trial enrollment and retention. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement data-driven approaches, optimize patient engage...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team to lead AI-driven pricing innovations in insurance. Shape strategies, evaluate models, and drive high-value applications to market. Your leadership will empower data scientists and...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $213K *

Transform customer engagement by leading omnichannel marketing strategies, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and leveraging data insights to enhance HCP and patient experiences in the pharmac...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$133K - $213K *

Lead the charge in engaging key opinion leaders and healthcare providers, delivering scientific insights and fostering collaboration within the immunology and dermatology fields to enhance clinical pr...

Raleigh, NCRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $160K *

Drive client success in our lab network by managing relationships, ensuring renewals, and identifying growth opportunities. Collaborate across teams to enhance processes and improve client experiences...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$171K - $243K *

Join us to lead strategic customer development in North America, driving revenue growth and market expansion. Oversee a high-performing sales team, foster key customer relationships, and collaborate c...

Rockville, MDRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$163K - $216K *

Unlock potential by serving as a strategic partner for enterprise payer accounts, focusing on risk adjustment and quality programs. Engage with C-suite leaders, enhance client relationships, and drive...

North Carolina, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Drive provider network excellence by managing data integrity, overseeing contract configurations, and leading cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and compliance in a dynamic TPA e...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of patient services by ensuring timely delivery of features and integrations. Collaborate across teams to enhance operational efficiency in a compliance-heavy environment, driving inn...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$133K - $199K *

Champion a high-performing team of data engineers to drive data transformation, influence technical architecture, and ensure reliable data systems while aligning with business objectives and engineeri...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.