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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$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in enhancing product quality by developing robust quality systems, resolving complex issues, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enhancing quality and operational excellence across multiple plants. Drive continuous improvement initiatives, standardize processes, and foster collaboration to produce high-qualit...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead a team to enhance operational performance and quality control across multiple plants, driving continuous improvement initiatives and architectural capabilities in precast manufacturing. Collabora...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join us to lead quality and technical services, driving operational excellence and continuous improvement across multiple manufacturing plants while enhancing architectural precast capabilities and fo...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join us in leading quality and technical services to enhance operational performance and architectural capabilities across multiple manufacturing plants, driving continuous improvement and collaborati...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$67K - $110K *

Drive project management efforts for validation and qualification activities within Quality Control. Collaborate across teams to ensure timely execution and contribute to continuous improvement in a d...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$78K - $109K *

Partner with us to enhance quality systems by managing training, document control, and records management processes. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance and efficiency in a regulated environ...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $112K *

Join a team dedicated to quality assurance in a dynamic manufacturing environment, focusing on process performance improvement, compliance management, and customer satisfaction through efficient Quali...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer supplier quality excellence by leading engineering teams to enhance supplier performance, ensure compliance, and drive continuous improvement in aerospace and defense sectors. Collaborate cros...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$164K - $201K *

Lead the charge in supplier quality management, overseeing teams to ensure aerospace components meet rigorous standards. Drive supplier development, audits, and corrective actions while collaborating...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of aerospace quality by leading supplier quality teams, ensuring compliance and performance across the supply base. Drive supplier development, audits, and corrective actions to enhan...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$157K - $192K *

Lead the charge in enhancing supplier quality across aerospace systems. Oversee teams in supplier qualification, performance management, and audits, ensuring compliance with quality standards while fo...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$94K - $181K *

Drive impactful research and development initiatives by providing expert program management support, ensuring effective planning, execution, and documentation to advance critical technologies and clos...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $150K *

Lead cross-departmental transformation initiatives, optimizing financial reporting and shareholder insights through data aggregation and process improvements while collaborating with Finance and Accou...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Analyze and enhance financial reporting processes while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Lead the integration of data aggregation efforts and drive optimization initiatives to ensure alignme...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Collaborate to drive efficiency and optimize financial reporting while managing cross-departmental relationships. Leverage data aggregation insights and enhance business operations, ultimately support...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Transform financial reporting by optimizing processes, collaborating with diverse teams, and deeply understanding data flow in a dynamic environment, ensuring alignment and efficiency across accountin...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$116K - $182K *

Transform the software quality assurance landscape by leading a dynamic QA team, defining testing strategies, and ensuring top-notch quality for video collaboration software. Collaborate cross-functio...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of data quality and operations by managing QA processes, enhancing workflows, and driving compliance, while delivering data insights. Collaborate across teams to ensure reliability an...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $180K *

Manage and enhance the Quality Management System (QMS) to ensure product excellence, compliance with ISO 9001, and operational efficiency. Lead quality initiatives, oversee inspections, and drive cont...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing branch operations, ensuring timely delivery of medical equipment and services. Collaborate with healthcare partners to enhance patient care while managing logistics, inve...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $95K *

Drive operational excellence by leading branch activities, ensuring timely delivery of medical supplies and services, and enhancing patient care through collaboration with healthcare partners and comp...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $90K *

Champion operational excellence by leading branch activities, ensuring timely delivery of medical equipment and services, and enhancing patient care through collaboration with healthcare partners and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $90K *

Lead the future of patient care by overseeing branch operations, ensuring timely delivery of medical equipment and services. Collaborate with healthcare partners to enhance patient experiences while m...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $165K *

Shape the future of quality assurance in medical device software by managing QMS and SDLC tools, ensuring compliance with FDA regulations, and driving continuous improvement in validation processes. J...

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  •   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.