Quality Manager- Retailer Management - Bedford

ZipRecruiter; Bedford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electronics manufacturer in Bedford is seeking a Quality Manager to enhance retailer liaison and oversee the Quality Management Systems. The role involves ensuring compliance with UK standards while collaborating with major retailers. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in quality assurance and knowledge of ISO 9001 standards, emphasizing product quality and improvements.

Benefits

21 days + bank holidays

Flexible hours

Bonus scheme

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a Quality Assurance role.
• Experience liaising with retailers and/or trade counters.
• Experience with Quality Management Systems.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with retailers and trade counters.
• Ensure product compliance with UK standards/regulations.
• Manage the QMS.

Skills

Quality Assurance experience

Retailer liaison

Quality Management Systems

Internal/external auditing

Knowledge of ISO 9001 standards

Electro-domestic products knowledge

Job description

Job Description

Quality Manager - Retailer/Trade Counters Liaison

Location: Bedford MK42 (Commutable from Milton Keynes, Bletchley, Biggleswade, St Neots, Rushden)

Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per annum

Working Hours: Monday - Friday (flexible start/finish times)

Benefits: 21 days + bank holidays, flexible hours, bonus scheme

Our client is a leading manufacturer of electronic products. Due to an upcoming retirement, this SME is looking to recruit a new Quality Manager. The role does not involve man-management but focuses on managing retailer/trade counters liaison and the Quality Management Systems (QMS).

Role & Responsibilities:

• Liaise with retailers and trade counters such as B&Q, Currys, B&M, Argos/Sainsbury's, Screwfix, Toolstation, Travis Perkins
• Ensure product compliance with UK standards/regulations
• Manage the QMS
• Investigate non-conformances/issues from audits
• Drive and map quality improvements
• Participate in product development

Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• 5+ years in a Quality Assurance role
• Experience liaising with retailers and/or trade counters
• Experience with Quality Management Systems
• Experience with internal/external auditing
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 standards
• A background in electro-domestic products or electronics is beneficial

If interested, please click 'apply'.

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Job Tenure: Permanent

Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per annum + flexible start/finish times

Location: Bedford, Bedfordshire