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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$90K - $110K *

Drive supply chain excellence by leading procurement strategies, managing supplier relationships, and optimizing inventory processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with b...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Execute comprehensive ODM/OEM sourcing strategies to drive cost-effective and scalable data center hardware solutions while managing global partnerships and leading negotiations from concept through m...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$125K - $150K *

Deliver comprehensive sourcing management for ODM/OEM relationships, ensuring cost efficiency, capacity alignment, and timely production of data center hardware. Collaborate cross-functionally to driv...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$120K - $145K *

Optimize IT project management by leading manufacturing systems initiatives, ensuring stakeholder needs are met through effective communication and cross-functional collaboration, while leveraging ind...

Reposted yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$159K - $230K *

Join a team that's driving supply chain excellence by managing complex projects, ensuring material readiness, and collaborating with cross-functional partners to optimize production processes and enha...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$93K - $115K *

Drive excellence in Procure-to-Pay processes while enhancing compliance, optimizing purchasing operations, and supporting the Cary Campus with effective P2P management and continuous improvement initi...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$66K - $103K *

Shape quality assurance processes by collaborating with suppliers to enhance product standards. Drive root cause analysis and audits, ensuring compliance with ISO 9001 while fostering strong relations...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $180K *

Drive the inventory flow strategy for Fresh, collaborating with Merchandising and Supply Chain leaders to optimize costs, speed, and availability while building trusted relationships and delivering cl...

3 days ago

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

$90K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading the inventory flow strategy for Fresh, collaborating with Merchandising and Supply Chain teams to optimize costs and availability. Drive impactful analytics and build trust...

3 days ago

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

$89K - $120K *

Shape strategic sourcing and procurement strategies to optimize indirect spend, enhance supplier performance, and drive operational excellence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver signi...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$111K - $160K *

Transform category growth by leveraging insights and strategies to enhance customer performance. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize assortments and drive sales initiatives across diverse retai...

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Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$120K - $130K *

Shape the future of indirect procurement by developing strategies that optimize spend, enhance supplier relationships, and drive measurable cost savings across diverse categories while leading a dedic...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing diverse projects from design to production, ensuring customer satisfaction and team collaboration. Drive process improvements and maintain quality standards while balancing...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Empower teams to enhance product quality by developing and implementing assurance programs. Collaborate with management to address manufacturing challenges and drive continuous improvement initiatives...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Elevate manufacturing operations by leading engineering builds and initial production. Leverage your extensive experience to enhance processes, ensure quality, and drive collaboration across teams for...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$97K - $110K *

Tackle innovative processes in manufacturing, focusing on continuous improvement and quality assurance. Engage in cross-functional projects aimed at enhancing process stability, reducing scrap, and op...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$76K - $90K *

Transform product quality and reliability by leading cross-functional teams to identify trends, resolve challenges, and drive improvements. Utilize data and technical expertise to enhance supplier per...

2 weeks ago

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

$102K - $204K *

Drive the strategy and delivery of Product Lifecycle Management solutions, leading cross-functional teams to ensure scalable, compliant, and innovative PLM capabilities that align with business transf...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Reimagine quality leadership in aerospace repair by driving compliance, operational excellence, and continuous improvement. Collaborate across teams to enhance product reliability and customer satisfa...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $90K *

Drive client relationships and manage packaging projects, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality service. Collaborate with internal teams to identify opportunities and resolve issues, enhancing cli...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

Elevate quality standards by leading Quality Control and Assurance initiatives. Oversee compliance, training, and process execution while fostering team development and ensuring product integrity in a...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Champion quality excellence by leading initiatives, ensuring compliance, and fostering collaboration across teams. Drive operational success through effective quality management practices and continuo...

Reposted today

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

$68K - $118K *

Contribute to efficient order management by overseeing customer orders from acceptance to delivery. Collaborate across teams to ensure accurate data and timely resolutions, enhancing operational perfo...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $170K *

Transform supply chain governance by establishing robust processes and compliance frameworks. Lead cross-functional initiatives to enhance performance, mitigate risks, and support large-scale AI data...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $170K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of supply chain governance in data centers. Lead compliance, process mapping, and continuous improvement initiatives to support large-scale AI projects while coll...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.