Senior Project Manager

Perfect Storm Software, LLC; East Devon; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic software company in the UK is looking for a Supplier Quality Engineer to enhance supplier performance and quality assurance processes. The successful candidate will lead investigations into supplier non-conformance and manage the integration of new products. Suitable candidates have extensive experience in supplier development and are qualified in Quality and Engineering. This role offers a competitive salary of around £40k and is based in Southampton.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in a quality-related role.
• Proven experience in supplier development and quality assurance.
• Internal Auditor qualification (ISO 9001 Lead Auditor preferred).

Responsibilities

• Lead supplier non-conformance investigations.
• Support production lines regarding supplied materials.
• Coordinate qualification of new supplied products.

Skills

Supplier development and improvement

Problem-solving tools (8D, A3, CAR, CAPA)

Knowledge of FAIR/PPAP

Strong organizational skills

Effective communication at all levels

Education

Level 5 qualification in Engineering, Quality, or related STEM subject

Tools

Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001)

Job description

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Are you passionate about driving supplier quality improvements and ensuring smooth, reliable supply chains? Were seeking a highly skilled

Southampton, Hampshire

Permanent Circa £40k

Are you passionate about driving supplier quality improvements and ensuring smooth, reliable supply chains? Were seeking a highly skilled Supplier Quality Engineer to take ownership of supplier non-conformance, product change management, and quality assurance processes that directly impact production success.

In this role, youll be the link between suppliers, R&D, and production leading investigations, supporting New Product Introduction, and ensuring that every supplied component meets the highest standards.

What Youll Be Doing

• Lead supplier non-conformance investigations, including quarantine, incoming inspection, returns, root cause analysis, and CAPA.
• Support production lines and customer complaints regarding suspect supplied materials.
• Take the lead for supplier quality within the NPI process (APQP, PPAP, FAIR).
• Coordinate qualification of new and changed supplied products into production.
• Audit suppliers for onboarding and ISO 9001 maintenance.
• Develop and monitor supplier improvement plans and performance metrics.
• Collate and share monthly SQA and non-conforming materials KPIs.
  
  

What Youll Bring

• Proven experience in supplier development, improvement, and quality planning.
• Strong knowledge of FAIR/PPAP and supplier auditing.
• Skilled in problem-solving tools such as 8D, A3, CAR, and CAPA.
• Understanding of key performance indicators and critical-to-quality factors.
• Minimum 5 years experience in a quality-related role (preferably in machined components, optical, or electronics sectors).
• Level 5 qualification (or higher) in Engineering, Quality, or related STEM subject.
• Internal Auditor qualification (ISO 9001 Lead Auditor preferred).
  
  

Youll Thrive In This Role If You

• Communicate and influence at all levels.
• Are a self-starter with strong organisational skills.
• Take a hands-on, practical approach to problem-solving.
• Can work methodically across multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  
  

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a direct impact on supplier performance, product quality, and operational success while working with innovative products in a collaborative environment.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Manufacturing

• Industries

  Manufacturing

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