Supplier Quality Manager

Nu-Pure Beverages; Gold Coast City; Hybrid; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Nu-Pure Beverages is seeking a Supplier Quality Manager to lead and strengthen our supplier quality program across the business. Reporting to the National Quality Manager, this role can be based at any of our East Coast manufacturing sites and will partner with suppliers and internal teams to ensure raw materials, ingredients and packaging meet quality and regulatory requirements.

You will lead supplier audits, supplier approval, and performance management, driving corrective actions and

Qualifications

• Experience leading supplier quality in manufacturing.
• Strong auditing and quality systems knowledge.
• Ability to drive regulatory compliance in food manufacturing.
• Proven track record in supplier performance management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and continuously improve Nu-Pure's supplier quality program across manufacturing sites.
• Oversee supplier approval, qualification and performance processes.
• Conduct supplier audits and supplier-related investigations with corrective actions.
• Develop supplier scorecards, KPIs and performance reporting.
• Collaborate with Procurement, Manufacturing and Quality teams to reduce risk.

Skills

Supplier Quality

Quality Assurance

Quality Management

Auditing

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder management

Food safety

Job description

Nu-Pure Beverages is one of Australia's leading contract beverage manufacturers, producing some of the country's most recognised beverage brands. As we continue to grow, we're seeking an experienced Supplier Quality Manager to lead and strengthen our supplier quality program across the business.

Reporting to the National Quality Manager, this role can be based at any of our East Coast manufacturing sites and will work closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure raw materials, ingredients and packaging consistently meet quality, food safety and regulatory requirements. You'll play a critical role in driving supplier performance, minimising risk and supporting operational excellence across our national manufacturing network.

About the Role

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and continuously improving Nu-Pure's Supplier Quality Assurance Program.
• Managing supplier approval, qualification and performance processes.
• Conducting supplier audits and assessments.
• Investigating supplier-related quality issues and driving corrective actions.
• Developing supplier scorecards, KPIs and performance reporting.
• Partnering with Procurement, Manufacturing, Supply Chain and Quality teams to improve supplier performance and reduce risk.
• Supporting food safety, regulatory compliance and certification requirements.
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives focused on supplier capability and quality outcomes.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• Experience in Supplier Quality, Quality Assurance or Quality Management within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of supplier assurance programs, auditing and quality systems.
• Experience managing supplier performance and conducting supplier audits.
• Sound understanding of food safety, quality and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to influence outcomes and build strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.

Highly regarded:

• Food or beverage manufacturing experience.
• Experience supporting multiple manufacturing sites.

Why Join Nu-Pure?

• Flexible location across our East Coast manufacturing network.
• Opportunity to influence supplier quality on a national scale.
• Be part of a growing Australian manufacturer committed to quality and food safety.
• Collaborate with experienced professionals across Operations, Procurement and Quality.
• Competitive remuneration package and ongoing development opportunities.