Director, Supplier Quality leaders build and oversee the programs that ensure suppliers consistently meet quality, safety, and regulatory requirements. They partner with procurement, engineering, manufacturing, and operations teams to manage supplier performance, reduce risk, and support reliable product delivery. Explore vetted Director, Supplier Quality opportunities paying $100,000 or more on Ladders.
These executives establish supplier quality strategy and standards across an organization or product portfolio. Typical responsibilities include qualifying and auditing suppliers, monitoring corrective and preventive actions, analyzing quality data, managing supplier-related risks, and leading teams that resolve issues at their source. They may also support new product introductions, manufacturing transfers, and regulatory or customer audits.
Employers often seek extensive experience in supplier quality, quality engineering, manufacturing, or supply chain leadership. Relevant strengths include supplier audits, quality management systems, root-cause analysis, corrective action, risk management, and cross-functional leadership. Familiarity with industry standards and regulations—such as ISO 9001, IATF 16949, FDA requirements, or AS9100—may be valuable depending on the sector. A bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field is common; some roles prefer an advanced degree or professional certifications.
Director, Supplier Quality roles are found in industries where supplier performance directly affects product reliability and compliance, including technology, automotive, aerospace, medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and industrial manufacturing. The role can lead to broader executive positions in quality, operations, manufacturing, or supply chain management. Compensation varies by industry, location, company size, and scope of responsibility.
Browse Director, Supplier Quality openings on Ladders to discover vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare roles by company, location, and responsibilities, then pursue positions that match your leadership experience and career goals.
Sr. Supplier Quality Engineer, Global Material Transitions
$95K - $115K *
Join a dynamic team as the Supplier Quality Engineering lead, overseeing global material transitions. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to evaluate suppliers, manage approvals, and drive cont...
1 week ago
Sr. Supplier Quality Engineer, Global Material Transitions
$92K - $110K *
Elevate supplier quality through effective management of global material transitions. Lead audits, approvals, and development initiatives while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance sup...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Empower excellence in quality management by leading a dedicated team to ensure all manufacturing processes consistently meet high standards, driving resolution and continuous improvement in quality as...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$88K - $105K *
Unlock your potential as you lead supplier quality initiatives, ensuring compliance and performance excellence. Collaborate across teams to enhance supplier capabilities and mitigate risks, driving op...
1 week ago
$150K - $180K *
Transform quality leadership by driving strategic initiatives and operational excellence. Oversee quality operations, supplier management, and compliance to enhance product reliability and customer sa...
6 days ago
$95K - $115K *
Manage supplier quality initiatives to ensure compliance with standards, lead audits, and drive continuous improvement through effective partnerships and problem-solving strategies, enhancing overall...
6 days ago
$176K - $229K *
Help us lead clinical supplies for trials by managing CSPs, overseeing packaging, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. Drive budget management and collaborate across teams for uninterrup...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Join a dynamic team as you ensure supplier quality for electronic and mechanical components. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance supplier performance, manage quality risks, and drive co...
1 week ago
$88K - $105K *
Join us in driving excellence in supplier quality through advanced planning and validation. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure zero defects and optimize production flow, while leading continuous...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Unlock potential by driving supplier quality through APQP, audits, and continuous performance monitoring. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance production flow and ensure zero defects in critical...
2 weeks ago
$163K - $225K *
Drive quality assurance excellence by managing QA and QS teams, ensuring compliance with FDA regulations, and overseeing the production of sterile pharmaceuticals. Lead initiatives for continuous impr...
2 weeks ago
Principal Engineer, Supplier Quality
$129K - $207K *
Drive supplier quality excellence by leading assessments, optimizing processes, and ensuring compliance for NPD projects. Collaborate with teams to enhance supplier capabilities and mentor engineers i...
1 week ago
Sr. Supplier Quality Engineer, New Product Development (NPD)
$95K - $115K *
Contribute to supplier quality excellence by evaluating and improving supplier readiness for new product launches. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and drive performance im...
1 week ago
Sr. Supplier Quality Engineer, New Product Development (NPD)
$90K - $110K *
Lead supplier quality initiatives to ensure readiness for new products and transitions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance supplier capabilities and drive performance improvements, whi...
1 week ago
$88K - $108K *
Unlock potential by driving supplier quality improvements and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Collaborate with suppliers to enhance performance and foster a high-quality supply chain that...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Drive quality assurance excellence by collaborating with suppliers to ensure compliance, oversee audits, and implement engineering methodologies for continuous improvement in medical device production...
4 weeks ago
$90K - $110K *
Lead the charge in enhancing supplier quality for aerospace manufacturing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, drive continuous improvement, and mitigate risks while supporti...
3 weeks ago
$130K - $155K *
Transform quality assurance across multiple sites by leading initiatives for process improvement, governance, and external customer engagement in a hybrid work environment while collaborating with cro...
Reposted 2 days ago
$90K - $110K *
Champion quality excellence by ensuring supplier compliance and performance. Drive supplier audits, establish control standards, and implement improvement programs to maintain a robust supply chain th...
1 week ago
$90K - $110K *
Elevate supplier quality standards by leading audits, implementing improvements, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with suppliers to maintain product integrity and meet customer demands in a dynami...
1 week ago
$88K - $105K *
Develop and maintain supplier quality standards, ensuring compliance and performance. Collaborate with suppliers to implement corrective actions and improvements, while managing audits and KPIs to sup...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring supplier quality and compliance. Oversee supplier audits, establish quality standards, and implement improvement programs to maintain high product quality and...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Empower supplier quality by establishing standards, conducting audits, and driving improvements. Collaborate with suppliers to ensure compliance and enhance product quality, while effectively managing...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing audit quality and compliance. Leverage your expertise to guide assurance professionals, implement quality management practices, and influence the future of ou...
6 days ago
$95K - $115K *
Join a team focused on ensuring supplier quality through assessments and audits, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and optimizing supply chain strategies for enhanced performance and operati...
3 weeks ago
What does a Director of Supplier Quality do?
A Director of Supplier Quality sets supplier quality strategy, leads audits and performance programs, manages corrective actions and risk, and works across functions to ensure suppliers meet company, customer, and regulatory requirements.
What qualifications are common for Director, Supplier Quality jobs?
Employers commonly look for senior experience in supplier quality or related engineering and manufacturing fields, a track record leading teams, and expertise in audits, quality systems, root-cause analysis, and continuous improvement. A bachelor's degree in engineering or a related discipline is often preferred.
Which industries hire Directors of Supplier Quality?
Common employers include companies in automotive, aerospace, medical devices, pharmaceuticals, technology, and industrial manufacturing, as well as other sectors with complex or regulated supply chains.
How can I find Director, Supplier Quality jobs paying $100,000 or more?
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