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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$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

$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

$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

$90K - $110K *

Elevate quality assurance standards by leading compliance efforts, managing audits, and ensuring optimal product release. Collaborate with teams to implement improvements and maintain documentation, f...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing quality standards and operational efficiency in high voltage infrastructure. Lead initiatives, coach teams, and collaborate cross-functionally to ensure compl...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's driving the execution of complex, enterprise-level programs. Lead cross-functional integration, ensuring alignment with cost, schedule, and performance targets while fostering a cul...

Reposted yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing compliance and risk processes, focusing on audit workflows and automation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to mitigate risks and enhance operational efficiency whil...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$150K - $180K *

Transform clinical development operations by owning process engineering methodologies, ensuring scalable, compliant processes, and leading strategic initiatives that enhance operational excellence acr...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $105K *

Take ownership of project management initiatives, driving operational excellence and cross-functional collaboration to enhance efficiency and deliver impactful results across diverse teams and project...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Drive operational excellence by leading process improvement initiatives, managing change, and ensuring effective SOPs. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance workflows and technology adoption, fost...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Elevate operational performance by leading data-driven initiatives, developing KPIs, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement across business units to enhance efficiency, quality, and client...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$121K - $205K *

Join a team that's committed to excellence in quality engineering, ensuring the highest standards in medical device manufacturing. Drive robust testing, validate methods, and collaborate across functi...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$144K - $216K *

Shape the future of Quality Assurance and Regulatory Affairs solutions. Lead global strategy, governance, and lifecycle management of critical IT systems to ensure compliance, quality, and patient saf...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Transform quality assurance processes by leading strategies in manufacturing and packaging. Oversee compliance, drive continuous improvement, and manage a skilled QA team to ensure products meet regul...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$107K - $143K *

Drive impactful Performance Improvement initiatives in healthcare, overseeing quality programs, regulatory compliance, and departmental evaluations. Collaborate with leadership to enhance patient care...

Yesterday

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

$117K - $201K *

Lead the charge in enhancing data integrity by improving data quality operations and strategy across the enterprise, ensuring accurate, reliable, and timely data to drive business decisions and suppor...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 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.