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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$96K - $120K *

Empower quality assurance initiatives by developing and managing a robust Quality Management System (QMS). Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and drive continuous improvement...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$116K - $159K *

Champion quality excellence by leading product evaluation and control initiatives. Collaborate with teams to enhance quality systems, ensuring compliance and efficiency in manufacturing processes whil...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing multiple complex programs, driving strategic initiatives, enhancing client relationships, and fostering collaboration to ensure timely, high-quality deliverables and financ...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Drive your career forward by leading the enterprise testing strategy, enhancing quality engineering practices, and fostering collaboration across teams to ensure reliability and consistency in complex...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead federal program operations, ensuring quality delivery and compliance. Manage budgets, schedules, and multidisciplinary teams while driving continuous improvement initiatives to achieve contract p...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $155K *

Pioneer innovative quantum solutions by defining product vision and roadmap. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate quantum capabilities into software products, enhancing user experience...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of project quality by managing assurance processes, enhancing standards, and collaborating with teams to foster a culture of excellence throughout the project lifecycle...

Yesterday

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead quality initiatives by ensuring compliance with standards and regulations, managing audits, and resolving quality complaints. Collaborate with production teams to enhance product reliability whil...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$91K - $152K *

Partner with us to lead Quality Management System initiatives, ensuring compliance and driving continuous improvement in manufacturing operations. Collaborate across teams to enhance quality performan...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$87K - $131K *

Drive supplier quality excellence by supporting compliance, conducting audits, and managing corrective actions for materials and services. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance supplier performance...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$191K - $271K *

Join a team that's shaping the Patient Activation strategy, driving enterprise-wide initiatives, and influencing cross-functional leaders to enhance patient care access and outcomes in a dynamic envir...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Manage quality initiatives across renewable energy projects, ensuring compliance with standards and fostering collaboration among stakeholders. Drive continuous improvement and lead quality training t...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$197K - $241K *

Lead the project management function in a medical device environment, overseeing cross-functional initiatives and a team of project managers to ensure strategic alignment, risk management, and complia...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$197K - $241K *

Drive the project management function in a medical device environment, overseeing cross-functional initiatives, managing a team, and ensuring strategic alignment and execution of business objectives w...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Drive the deployment and maturation of the Danaher Business System, enhancing operational excellence and continuous improvement across the site. Collaborate with leadership to elevate daily management...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Champion quality assurance in electrical services by developing standards, conducting audits, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Collaborate across teams to enhance processes and exceed client...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$180K - $225K *

Transform qualitative insights by leading a dynamic team to drive growth, enhance client relationships, and innovate methodologies. Champion the practice's vision while ensuring high-quality deliverab...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$180K - $225K *

Shape the future of qualitative insights by leading a dynamic team to innovate, grow client relationships, and deliver exceptional results. Drive strategic vision, foster collaboration, and elevate th...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $110K *

Oversee the quality program for a growing business unit, establishing processes for inspection, integration, and shipping. Manage RMAs and returns, ensuring customer satisfaction through effective qua...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$108K - $130K *

Engage in leading complex regulatory programs across diverse medical devices, ensuring compliance and execution in global markets. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive strategic initiative...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $143K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing data quality across the Customer 360 ecosystem. This role involves monitoring, assessing, and improving customer data integrity, collaborating with stakeholde...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $90K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing healthcare education by ensuring compliance with accreditation standards. You'll oversee continuing education programs, collaborate with partners, and drive i...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's committed to enhancing safety in field operations. As a key EHS leader, you'll drive compliance, coach teams, and promote a proactive safety culture across multiple sites, ensuring...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Champion effective internal controls and corporate governance by providing independent audit assurance and consulting to management and the Audit Committee, enhancing enterprise risk management and op...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$130K - $170K *

Manage the Microbiology laboratory and personnel, ensuring compliance with cGMP/GMP standards while driving continuous improvement initiatives and effective cross-departmental communication to enhance...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.