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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$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring quality in cement manufacturing. Oversee lab activities, implement quality control measures, and collaborate with management to enhance product standards while...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in global quality strategy for high-speed interconnect solutions, driving operational excellence and customer satisfaction. Collaborate across teams to ensure top-tier product quality...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing the Quality Assurance Program, ensuring product integrity from sample submission to mass production while driving quality improvements and compliance with customer requirem...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $110K *

Transform quality and safety initiatives by leading compliance and risk management efforts across business units, engaging in continuous improvement and audit readiness while fostering an effective QS...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$78K - $117K *

Drive quality assurance and control for HVAC construction projects, ensuring compliance with standards and safety protocols while collaborating with teams to enhance design and efficiency throughout a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Elevate service quality by conducting audits, analyzing performance, and ensuring adherence to ITIL practices. Collaborate with stakeholders to identify gaps and implement corrective actions, driving...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing service quality through rigorous quality assurance and process audits. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance with ITIL practices and drive contin...

Chicago, ILRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by leading Quality Assurance projects in a dynamic GMP environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and deliver exceptional client experiences in Cell...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$190K - $240K *

Build and lead the Supplier Quality organization, ensuring external suppliers meet quality, engineering, and regulatory standards as the company transitions from prototype to commercial operations, fo...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$66K - $169K *

Lead product quality initiatives to ensure compliance and continuous improvement throughout the product lifecycle, partnering with cross-functional teams to enhance manufacturing performance and suppo...

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Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$122K - $159K *

Champion risk management excellence by leading compliance initiatives, overseeing enterprise frameworks, and collaborating with global stakeholders to enhance organizational resilience and decision-ma...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$74K - $97K *

Elevate quality standards by leading global initiatives, managing high-priority projects, and driving continuous improvement across operations to ensure effective governance and successful outcomes...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of enterprise-scale cybersecurity by leading vulnerability management initiatives. Drive program strategy, enhance client relationships, and mentor teams to achieve measurable risk re...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Champion enterprise-scale delivery by leading vulnerability management initiatives, driving program strategy, and fostering client relationships to achieve measurable risk reduction across diverse tec...

New York, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in enterprise-scale vulnerability management, driving strategy and governance while transforming technical initiatives into measurable risk reduction across diverse teams and stakehold...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $110K *

Transform patient care by leading quality and accreditation initiatives. Oversee compliance, enhance safety standards, and drive continuous improvement across clinical operations. Collaborate with tea...

5 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Transform your career by leading quality and accreditation initiatives to ensure exceptional patient care and safety. Drive compliance, oversee quality assurance programs, and foster continuous improv...

5 days ago

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

$232K - $290K *

Elevate your career by leading Quality strategy across multiple regions, ensuring product safety and compliance. Drive organizational excellence and build a high-performing team dedicated to patient s...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$232K - $290K *

Lead the charge in establishing a comprehensive Quality strategy and governance for a multi-site operation, ensuring regulatory compliance and organizational performance to enhance patient safety and...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Optimize Continuous Improvement initiatives to enhance product quality, reduce costs, and ensure compliance with safety standards. Lead quality management systems and foster a customer-focused environ...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$129K - $184K *

Elevate clinical data management by overseeing data integrity and quality across studies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and vendors to ensure timely delivery of clinical data analyses, drivi...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K *

Lead the charge in ensuring quality control for healthcare construction projects, managing compliance, coordinating with stakeholders, and optimizing facility operations to support ongoing renovations...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$112K - $131K *

Drive compliance and quality initiatives as a leader in risk management, ensuring adherence to regulations while fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement across the organization. Super...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$184K - $277K *

Lead operational quality oversight for global packaging and labeling, ensuring compliance and efficiency. Drive team performance and cross-functional collaboration to support uninterrupted commercial...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Champion quality excellence by leading compliance with ISO 14001 and TS 16949 standards, driving continuous improvement, and fostering a culture of safety and accountability within the organization...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.