Supplier Quality Manager Jobs

Discover Supplier Quality Manager opportunities with leading employers on Ladders. These professionals help ensure suppliers consistently meet quality, regulatory, and performance requirements across the supply chain. Explore vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more and take the next step in your quality leadership career.

What Does a Supplier Quality Manager Do?

Supplier Quality Managers develop and oversee programs that assess supplier capabilities and improve the quality of incoming materials, components, and services. They may lead supplier audits, manage corrective and preventive actions, investigate defects, and partner with procurement, engineering, manufacturing, and operations teams to reduce risk and prevent disruptions.

Common Responsibilities and Skills

Role requirements vary by employer and industry, but often include supplier qualification, quality audits, root-cause analysis, corrective action management, and tracking performance metrics. Employers may seek experience with quality management systems, regulatory standards, risk assessment, process improvement, and cross-functional leadership. Clear communication and the ability to build productive supplier relationships are also valuable.

Industries and Career Opportunities

Supplier Quality Managers work across industries that depend on reliable suppliers, including manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, medical devices, electronics, and pharmaceuticals. Depending on the organization, the role may focus on a particular product line, region, supplier portfolio, or quality system. Experienced professionals can advance into broader quality, operations, supply chain, or supplier development leadership roles.

Find Supplier Quality Manager Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare roles, review employer requirements, and find Supplier Quality Manager positions aligned with your experience and career goals.

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$100K - $120K *

Drive strategic sourcing initiatives to enhance supply chain efficiency and cost savings. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement innovative solutions and ensure high-quality materials, f...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$116K - $183K *

Transform sourcing strategies to enhance quality, cost, and reliability while fostering supplier relationships and driving sustainability initiatives across the organization...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$116K - $183K *

Drive strategic sourcing initiatives to optimize supplier relationships, enhance quality, and reduce costs while ensuring compliance and sustainability across all procurement activities...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$116K - $183K *

Drive strategic sourcing initiatives to optimize supplier relationships, enhance quality, and reduce costs while ensuring compliance and sustainability across all procurement activities...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$118K - $234K *

Drive quality assurance initiatives for semiconductor construction projects, overseeing 3rd party inspections and ensuring compliance with standards. Collaborate with teams to enhance construction qua...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$125K - $150K *

Empower a dynamic team of supply chain planners and buyers to enhance delivery performance, align manufacturing with customer needs, and drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $135K *

Drive continuous performance improvement with key suppliers by developing strategies, monitoring metrics, and fostering innovation to enhance overall value and supply chain efficiency...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$66K - $171K *

Lead the charge in ensuring compliance and quality in material management processes, collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize supplier qualifications and enhance operational efficiency in...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$66K - $171K *

Champion innovative material management processes to ensure compliance and quality in pharmaceutical operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize supplier qualifications and enhance...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$154K - $290K *

Elevate quality standards as you lead a 200-person multi-function Quality organization, driving strategic direction and operational excellence in a high-complexity Life Science manufacturing environme...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading end-to-end procurement for complex projects, ensuring timely and cost-effective sourcing while collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives and d...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Lead efficient warehousing operations, ensuring safe material handling and accurate inventory control. Drive continuous improvement and foster a culture of accountability while leveraging technology f...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$84K - $126K *

Lead operational improvements and oversee workforce performance to achieve production and quality goals. Collaborate across departments to enhance efficiency, manage compliance standards, and develop...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$84K - $126K *

Engage in overseeing operations management and staff development to enhance performance and efficiency. Lead processes and compliance to achieve operational excellence while ensuring a supportive envi...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$121K - $163K *

Transform supply chain operations by leading strategic initiatives, optimizing processes, and collaborating cross-functionally to enhance vendor partnerships and drive business growth while ensuring e...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$121K - $163K *

Join a team that's redefining supply chain excellence by leading strategic initiatives, optimizing operations, and enhancing vendor partnerships to drive growth and improve customer experiences in a d...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$120K - $136K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee quality control processes, manage audits, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance and enhance product quality in...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Drive quality improvement with suppliers, overseeing audits, qualifications, and corrective actions. Leverage technical expertise for effective problem-solving while collaborating cross-functionally t...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$157K - $223K *

Drive complex sourcing initiatives by partnering with Category Leads, enhancing supplier performance and collaborating cross-functionally to align procurement strategies with business objectives while...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in enhancing quality and optimizing processes in supply chain and production operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure efficiency, safety, and compliance while supp...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Take ownership of supplier quality across multiple projects to ensure compliance and promote best practices. Lead inspections, manage budgets, and serve as the key liaison among suppliers, engineering...

Reposted yesterday

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

$94K - $115K *

Lead logistics and purchasing strategies, ensuring timely and cost-effective global transportation and supplier relations. Drive operational efficiency and manage relationships for optimal inventory r...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing a Design Center Quality Team, ensuring compliance with quality systems and design assurance. Drive metrics and objectives to meet organizational goals while fostering colla...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to lead quality assurance in distribution and logistics. Drive compliance and operational efficiency while overseeing quality systems across multiple facilities and service provide...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$183K - $262K *

Lead the charge in supplier development and quality assurance, overseeing end-to-end execution and capability building across global supply chains. Drive flawless program execution and zero-defect qua...

Reposted yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Supplier Quality Manager do?question toggle

    A Supplier Quality Manager oversees processes that help suppliers meet an organization’s quality, compliance, and performance requirements. Common duties include supplier qualification, audits, corrective actions, defect investigations, and collaboration with internal teams.

  • What qualifications are common for Supplier Quality Manager jobs?question toggle

    Employers commonly look for experience in quality assurance, supplier management, manufacturing, or a related field. Familiarity with quality management systems, auditing, root-cause analysis, regulatory requirements, and continuous improvement may also be requested. Specific requirements vary by role.

  • Which industries hire Supplier Quality Managers?question toggle

    Supplier Quality Managers are employed in industries such as manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, medical devices, electronics, and pharmaceuticals, among others.

  • How much do Supplier Quality Managers earn?question toggle

    Compensation varies based on factors such as industry, location, experience, and scope of responsibility. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.

  • Where can I find Supplier Quality Manager jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Explore Supplier Quality Manager listings on Ladders to find vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.