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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$110K - $130K *

Drive project management excellence by leading a high-performing team to ensure strategic alignment, process consistency, and exceptional customer satisfaction. Foster career development while achievi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Elevate project success by leading a high-performing management team, ensuring alignment with corporate strategies, resource optimization, and stakeholder satisfaction while mentoring talent in a dyna...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of project management in clinical research. Lead and mentor a dedicated team, ensuring strategic alignment, resource optimization, and outstanding customer satisfaction across diverse...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Elevate project management success by driving strategic initiatives and leading teams. Oversee project execution, ensuring alignment with corporate goals while optimizing resources and enhancing custo...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Drive project excellence by leading a dynamic team of project managers and implementing strategies that align with corporate goals. Ensure customer satisfaction and compliance while fostering team dev...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in project management excellence, guiding a team of professionals to deliver strategic initiatives that align with corporate goals and enhance stakeholder satisfaction...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in driving project success by overseeing a dynamic team, ensuring alignment with corporate strategy, and enhancing client satisfaction through exceptional project management practices...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$143K - $185K *

Unlock potential by leading clinical data management for innovative cell therapy studies. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure data integrity and compliance while managing teams and external partn...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$97K - $130K *

Unlock potential by driving supplier compliance and continuous improvement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality standards and regulatory requirements are met, while managing supp...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$71K - $98K *

Champion quality and food safety initiatives by leading cross-functional teams. Drive policy development, compliance, and continuous improvements while partnering with management to ensure adherence t...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$150K - $235K *

Join a team that's redefining business processes through digital transformation. Lead cross-functional initiatives, ensuring scalable and standardized practices that align with strategic goals while f...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$134K - $219K *

Collaborate across functions to establish and maintain enterprise data stewardship standards, ensuring clarity of definitions, roles, and accountability while driving consensus on shared planning conc...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $140K *

Join a team that's driving excellence in Post Production by leading diverse teams, implementing innovative processes, and enhancing quality standards across multiple sites. Your leadership will shape...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$134K - $219K *

Discover a pivotal role in establishing enterprise data stewardship standards, leading cross-domain collaboration, and ensuring consistency in planning data definitions and accountability across funct...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $180K *

Lead the charge in overseeing prior authorization operations, ensuring compliance and quality care delivery. Collaborate with clinical teams to enhance policies and workflows while managing a dedicate...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $180K *

Shape the future of patient care by leading a dynamic team in prior authorization management, ensuring compliance and quality in healthcare delivery while driving program development and operational e...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead operational excellence initiatives by collaborating with site leadership to enhance performance, drive continuous improvement, and ensure compliance. Foster a culture of safety and quality while...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Build and run a proactive statewide Quality Control Program to enhance service delivery across Facilities Engineering, Custodial, and Construction, focusing on prevention and continuous improvement...

1 week ago

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

$123K - $160K *

Champion innovative cancer therapies by leading quality operations for apheresis and treatment centers. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure compliance and support Kite's rapid expansion in CAR-T...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$74K - $112K *

Elevate safety and quality standards as you coordinate health, safety, and environmental programs. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance and foster a culture of safety while supporting ISO 900...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$220K - $250K *

Drive operational excellence at a large-scale facility, overseeing 400+ associates. Lead strategic initiatives across diverse teams to enhance productivity, safety, and quality in a highly regulated e...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$152K - $283K *

Shape the execution and enhancement of Content Approval Services, ensuring compliance and efficiency in the Material Approval Process. Collaborate with Medical, Legal, Regulatory, and Marketing teams...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$200K - $230K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing supply chain processes and enhancing materials management. Lead strategic initiatives to improve efficiency, manage supplier relationships, and drive cross-f...

Downers Grove, ILRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$200K - $230K *

Empower operational excellence in materials management for our global supply chain. Guide cross-functional teams in optimizing processes and supplier relationships, driving efficiency and productivity...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $105K *

Manage and execute biomedical equipment projects ensuring compliance with government requirements, stakeholders alignment, and lifecycle management for effective patient-care technology use. Deliver o...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.