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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$134K - $374K *

Deliver strategic scientific leadership across diverse therapeutic areas, enhancing client partnerships and ensuring operational excellence. Lead and mentor a team of medical professionals while manag...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$134K - $374K *

Shape your career by providing strategic scientific leadership while mentoring teams, ensuring operational excellence, and building client partnerships across diverse therapeutic areas and initiatives...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Optimize product quality by leading engineering projects, ensuring compliance with ISO and QSR regulations, and working collaboratively across departments to enhance performance and maintain high stan...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving the execution of complex data center construction projects. Lead planning, manage resources, and optimize client service while ensuring quality and financial performance acr...

Texas, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring supplier quality excellence. Lead quality assurance initiatives, manage a skilled team, and collaborate across departments to uphold compliance and drive conti...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of quality assurance by leading process improvement initiatives and managing a dedicated team to ensure high standards in production and compliance, while fostering a culture of safet...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$125K - $150K *

Elevate the Epic Payer Program by leading strategy, governance, and optimization initiatives. Collaborate across teams to drive innovation, enhance provider collaboration, and ensure technology invest...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $150K *

Lead and manage the PMO for Critical Communications Systems, driving strategic project execution and governance. Foster team development, oversee project portfolios, and ensure alignment with organiza...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$103K - $181K *

Lead the Quality Control function at the plant, ensuring product safety and compliance with standards, while collaborating with leadership to drive strategic improvements and quality initiatives acros...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$128K - $160K *

Join us in leading a dynamic team to enhance patient care and operational excellence in a multispecialty ASC environment. Drive quality improvement, ensure compliance, and foster a culture of safety a...

2 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Champion operational excellence in AI server repair, leading strategic initiatives, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring compliance while managing P&L and fostering cross-functional collaborat...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$177K - $278K *

Partner with us to drive the strategic vision and operational excellence of our Veeva Regulatory Information Management platform, ensuring compliance and enhancing global regulatory processes through...

Massachusetts, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in enhancing quality and compliance initiatives to ensure safe, high-quality patient care. Oversee performance improvement, risk management, and regulatory compliance while collaborati...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Drive quality engineering initiatives for new product introductions, ensuring customer satisfaction and compliance with performance standards while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $100K *

Lead a dynamic team to enhance clinical quality programs, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations. Oversee project management, budget adherence, and cross-departmental collaboration to...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Empower operational excellence by leading multi-center healthcare teams, ensuring exceptional patient experiences while driving revenue and quality outcomes across diverse clinical and administrative...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $98K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee multi-center operations, driving excellence in patient care and team performance while managing financial goals and fostering community relationships in a fast-paced hea...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Advance quality engineering by leading a proactive approach to product reliability and prevention. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate quality standards throughout development, manufa...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $275K *

Lead the charge in transforming data capture processes into scalable, platform-native capabilities. Collaborate with teams to define product roadmaps and deliver innovative solutions that enhance oper...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$170K - $204K *

Manage pharmacovigilance activities to ensure patient safety across clinical programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to uphold compliance and operational excellence while leading a growing t...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$91K - $129K *

Join a dynamic team to lead Quality Engineering initiatives, driving product excellence and customer satisfaction through effective quality management, cross-functional collaboration, and innovative p...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$119K - $154K *

Transform regulatory operations by leading teams to ensure compliance and quality in medical device submissions. Oversee projects, manage documentation systems, and drive continuous improvement to mee...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$165K - $185K *

Transform partner audit experiences by leading cross-functional teams to streamline processes, enhance compliance, and drive timely resolutions. This role is pivotal in ensuring seamless collaboration...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$133K - $183K *

Shape the future of program management by leading a high-impact PMO. Drive governance and excellence in program planning and execution, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $125K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing quality in aerospace and defense. Lead quality engineering initiatives, drive compliance with AS9100 standards, and foster continuous improvement across progr...

5 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.