Senior Supplier Quality Specialist

AMETEK.Inc; Sunbury-on-Thames; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A global industrial technology provider in Sunbury-on-Thames is looking for a Supplier Quality Manager to manage supplier relationships and quality metrics. The role involves conducting audits, improving supplier quality, and ensuring compliance with company standards. Strong problem-solving skills and experience in supplier management are essential. Candidates should be adept at analytical techniques to develop effective supplier scorecards. Join a team focused on continuous improvement and innovation.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing supplier relationships.
• Knowledge of Supplier Quality System documentation.
• Ability to conduct robust audits and problem-solving methods.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain relationships with suppliers.
• Conduct audits and manage supplier quality metrics.
• Support supplier selection strategies.

Skills

Problem Solving

Supplier Auditing

Continuous Improvement

Analytical Techniques

Job description

• Manage and maintain the Company's Suppliers by working closely with internal customers such as Operations, Purchasing, Project leaders, Quality, External Suppliers to develop a mutually agreeable relationship., Responsible for the Company's Supplier Audit management plan in accordance with the business requirements
• Develop and maintain the Supplier monitoring process through using analytical techniques including enhancing the Supplier scorecard and other business KPI's deemed appropriate.
• Ensure all Supplier Quality System documentation is maintained and in accordance with the Supplier Quality Manual
• Maintain the Approved Supplier Listing, scope of Supply, frequency of review etc
• Expertise to carry out robust problem solving using 8D Root Cause, Corrective action with Suppliers
• Improve Supplier Quality Metrics ensuring non-conformances are subject to disposition in a timely manner.
• Drive Improvements to the Supplier Quality metrics with rigorous improvement to Root Cause identification and robust corrective Action closure.
• Promote / Support Continuous improvement / lean practices with the Supply Chain
• Competent in conducting audits on Supplier Sites
• Support the Supplier selection strategy for current and New Product Introduction
• Support 3rd party audits as required
• Other Responsibilities/Non-essential Functions
• Undertake training that is identified as a requirement of the role as identified by the role Manager.
• Undertake all other reasonable requests that are made by the role manager/acting manager or Directors.
• At times of reduced department staff attendance there will be a need to be flexible and provide support outside of the normal tasks of the job to ensure customer satisfaction.
• On occasion you may be required to take on ad hoc duties which includes, but is not limited to training, department associated tasks and brief secondment to other departments.
• Limits of Fiscal/Management Authority
• Not permitted to change Business Management System processes, procedures and guidelines without formal approval but expected to make recommendations.
• Standard Company Responsibilities
• Take responsibility for understanding the Business Management System and how it is applied to the role.
• Adhere to Health and Safety requirements at all times.
• There is a responsibility on all employees to bring to the attention of their manager any issues that could potentially affect the business, regardless of how small they may seem at the time.
• All duties within this job description should be carried out in line with any Company policies and procedures in place at the time and in line with any requirements set out in the Business Management System.
• AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.0 billion., AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers' most complex challenges. We employ 21,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK (NYSE:AME) is a component of the S&P 500. Visit www.ametek.com for more information.