Senior Manager, Supplier Quality (R6220)
Core
Lead the global supplier quality team to manage qualification, performance, audits, and corrective actions for aerospace and defense supply base.
Role type
Senior Manager, Supplier Quality
Builds
Supplier qualification, performance management, and corrective-action activities for aerospace and defense supply base
Domain
Aerospace and Defense
Required skills
Supplier qualification, supplier development, PPAP, First Article Inspection, AS9100, ISO 9001, root-cause analysis (8D, 5 Whys, fishbone), ERP/MRP systems, cross-functional collaboration, executive communication, supplier relationship management
Preferred skills
ASQ CQE/CQM certification, Six Sigma Green/Black Belt, leading supplier quality in high-growth aerospace/defense/autonomy/robotics/advanced manufacturing, supporting production/qualification of complex electromechanical/electronic/precision-machined/composite/avionics hardware
Technologies
ERP/MRP systems, Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)
Responsibilities
Develop supplier quality team for qualification, surveillance, performance management, and corrective actions; Establish priorities and allocate resources; Develop leaders and engineering personnel through coaching and mentorship; Oversee supplier audits and approved-supplier status; Ensure compliance with quality and regulatory requirements; Escalate risks and direct recovery efforts; Partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, Supply Chain, and Program teams; Advance supplier-quality processes and data analytics
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities
