Head of Supplier Quality Assurance

Edge Group; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UAE is seeking a Senior Supplier Quality Manager to define and implement quality strategies, lead teams, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in quality assurance and supply chain management, with a strong focus on safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 years in quality assurance or supply chain management.
• 7 years leading quality teams in complex supply chains.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement Supplier Quality vision.
• Lead Supplier Quality and Receipt Inspection teams.
• Drive initiatives like Zero Defect and Continuous Improvement.

Skills

Strategic Thinking

Decision Making

Managing Performance

Commercial Awareness

Relationship Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Chartered Quality Institute (CQI) Member

Tools

AS ISO Lead Auditor

APQP

Job description

Key Accountabilities

1. Supplier Quality Strategies: Define and implement the Supplier Quality vision, ensuring compliance with customer, regulatory, and safety standards.
2. Leadership Team Development: Lead and inspire Supplier Quality and Receipt Inspection teams to achieve organizational goals.
3. Safety Culture: Champion a safety-first mindset and empower team members to proactively address quality concerns.
4. Continuous Improvement: Drive initiatives like Zero Defect (ZD), Continuous Improvement (CI), Six Sigma, and APQP within the supply chain.
5. Risk Management: Use data-driven risk management to ensure conformity with management systems and meet program commitments.
6. Team Development: Identify skills gaps and ensure team readiness through strategic training, budgeting, and performance management.
7. Supplier Quality Audits: Manage the Supplier Quality audit program to align with certifications and enhance business processes.
8. Resource Planning: Optimize resource deployment throughout the program lifecycle to ensure right-first-time outcomes.
9. Stakeholder Collaboration: Work with internal and external partners to meet program objectives and maintain high-quality standards.
10. Escalation Management: Represent senior management in addressing Supplier Quality Assurance concerns and provide expert guidance.

Requirements

• Strategic Thinking
• Decision Making
• Managing Performance
• Commercial Awareness
• Relationship Management

Experience & Qualifications

• Minimum 12 years in quality assurance, supply chain management, or related roles in industrial environments, with 7 years leading quality teams in complex supply chains.
• Chartered Quality Institute (CQI) Member grade or above.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or relevant vocational qualification.
• Preferred: 6 years in defense industry with regional exposure.
• Certifications: AS ISO Lead Auditor, APQP, AS training.

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