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.
Senior Supplier Quality Engineer
$98K - $135K *
Grow your career with a key role ensuring supplier quality within manufacturing, focusing on product development, non-conformance management, and supplier audits to maintain high standards in a dynami...
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Supplier Quality Engineer II - Endoscopy SFMD
$75K - $142K *
Collaborate with suppliers and cross-functional teams to ensure product quality and compliance in the medical device sector. Drive quality improvements, conduct audits, and support new product develop...
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$100K - $120K *
Lead the charge in developing and executing supplier quality strategies, mentoring a dynamic team, and collaborating across functions to enhance supplier performance and drive continuous improvement i...
2 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing supplier quality through strategic leadership, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Drive initiatives that align supplier performance with business goal...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Oversee the product quality strategy and enhance customer satisfaction across operations by coordinating mining, production, and quality analysis. Drive continuous improvement and optimize quality thr...
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Group Leader, Manufacturing Quality Engineering
$90K - $110K *
Elevate manufacturing quality and compliance by developing robust strategies, leading teams, and driving continuous improvement initiatives that ensure regulatory adherence and enhance operational eff...
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Senior Supplier Quality Engineer
$94K - $130K *
Lead supplier quality initiatives to enhance automotive product lines through evaluations, audits, and collaboration with engineering teams, ensuring high-performance standards and driving continuous...
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$83K - $111K *
Engage in supplier quality engineering, driving improvements and audits for aerospace manufacturing. Collaborate with suppliers to resolve issues, validate production processes, and enhance overall qu...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $140K *
Advance the Quality Management System while leading teams to optimize manufacturing processes, ensuring quality standards are met from design to delivery and fostering collaboration across various dep...
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Senior Director, Quality Control
$230K - $250K *
Architect quality strategies and lead a high-performing Quality Control team overseeing testing, compliance, and laboratory operations. Collaborate across functions to ensure timely product release wh...
3 weeks ago
Supplier Quality Manager, Nuclear
$134K - $184K *
Drive supplier quality excellence in complex, regulated projects, ensuring compliance and performance through oversight of manufacturing, inspection, and testing. Lead initiatives that enhance quality...
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Supplier Quality Manager, Nuclear
$134K - $184K *
Unlock supplier quality excellence in complex, regulated projects by overseeing manufacturing, inspection, and compliance. Drive continuous improvement and mentor teams to ensure safety and quality st...
Today
$150K - $185K *
Lead the charge in enhancing quality management systems and compliance for regulated industries. Drive audits, certifications, and AI governance while collaborating across teams to ensure effective pr...
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$127K - $157K *
Bring your expertise to a dynamic role overseeing quality systems in a regulated manufacturing environment. Lead a diverse team to ensure compliance with quality standards, drive continuous improvemen...
2 weeks ago
Manager, Quality Engineering, Change Control/Document Review
$116K - $141K *
Lead quality engineering initiatives by managing change control processes, ensuring compliance, and driving continuous improvement across cross-functional teams. Serve as a subject matter expert to en...
2 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Contribute to high-quality module delivery by managing quality systems, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring customer satisfaction through effective leadership and data-driven decision-making...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Lead the charge in quality assurance for new product development, supervising a dynamic QA team that drives technical decisions on product stability, batch releases, and cross-functional collaboration...
3 weeks ago
$88K - $105K *
Lead a team focused on ensuring quality systems operate smoothly and efficiently. Oversee daily QA processes, mentor staff, and drive continuous improvement using both traditional methods and advanced...
3 weeks ago
$85K - $105K *
Lead the charge in quality management, ensuring compliance and excellence in production standards while fostering a continuous improvement culture to elevate product reliability and customer satisfact...
4 weeks ago
Associate Director, New Product Introduction, Supply Management
$110K - $130K *
Unlock potential by leading cross-functional teams to source and industrialize innovative products, ensuring quality and sustainability while managing supplier relationships and driving cost optimizat...
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$100K - $154K *
Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring supplier quality excellence globally. Lead a dynamic group of Supplier Quality Representatives, driving performance and compliance throughout the product lifec...
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Principal Supplier Quality Specialist (Remote)
$86K - $165K *
Join us in driving supplier quality excellence across aerospace and defense. In this role, you'll lead supplier assessments, resolve complex quality issues, and collaborate with cross-functional teams...
Today
$125K - $150K *
Accelerate progress at the forefront of global supplier quality initiatives, driving transformational leadership across diverse supply chains to optimize performance, enhance quality, and ensure strat...
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Senior Supplier Quality Engineer
$110K - $125K *
Join a dynamic team as you drive supplier quality excellence, leveraging your expertise in quality systems to enhance supplier performance, resolve quality issues, and foster continuous improvement ac...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in ensuring product quality and compliance, driving sustainable growth by analyzing customer needs, developing effective quality control processes, and guiding teams in a fast-paced en...
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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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