Supplier Quality Lead

E3 Recruitment; Brighouse; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent manufacturing firm in England is seeking a Supplier Quality Lead to ensure quality standards within the supplier base. The role involves leading the inspection team, conducting audits, and implementing supplier strategies. The ideal candidate will have experience in an engineering environment and a strong understanding of ISO 9001 standards. A competitive salary alongside benefits including a bonus and flexible working hours is offered.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + Bank holidays

Company pension contributions up to 8%

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Experience in an engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of ISO 9001 standards.
• Experience with risk mitigation and corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Supplier Quality and Goods Inwards inspection team.
• Implement and deliver supplier strategies.
• Attend supplier visits and conduct audits.

Skills

Supplier Quality Lead experience

Understanding of ISO 9001 standards

Root cause analysis skills

Knowledge of ERP systems (e.g., SAP)

Job description

Overview

Supplier Quality Lead required for a global engineering and manufacturing leader, with multiple worldwide locations employing 1000+ staff and renowned for quality and innovative deliverables.

The successful Supplier Quality Lead will be able to commute to Huddersfield from surrounding towns and cities, including Leeds, Dewsbury, Halifax, Wakefield and Brighouse.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the Supplier Quality and Goods Inwards inspection team ensuring agreed standards are maintained
• Create, implement and deliver supplier strategies
• Attend supplier visits and conduct audits to verify their ability to meet internal and external demands and regulatory requirements
• Ensure suppliers consistently follow approved programs for manufacturing, packaging, documentation and other operational processes
• Drive improvements within the supplier base using PFMEA and APQP tools
• Develop and manage non-conformance processes including containment, screening, root cause analysis and corrective actions
• Nurture relationships with the supplier base and support the onboarding of new suppliers

Candidate Requirements

• Experience as a Supplier Quality Lead or similar within an engineering or manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of ISO 9001 standards and other industry standards
• Experience mitigating risks, conducting root cause analysis and corrective actions
• Knowledge of ERP systems such as SAP (preferable)

Salary & Benefits

• £60,000 - £65,000 + 10% Bonus (depending on company and personal performance)
• Flexible working hours
• 37.5 hours per week
• 25 days annual leave + Bank holidays
• Company pension contributions of up to 8%

Security & Compliance

Please be aware that many roles working for our client will be subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors including your nationality, any previous nationalities you have held, and your place of birth may limit those roles you can perform for the organisation.

You must meet Right to Work in the UK criteria and achieve the required security and clearance requirements to undertake this role.

Application

To apply for the Supplier Quality Lead role, please click "Apply Now" and attach an updated copy of your CV. Alternatively, please contact Alex Feather at E3 Recruitment for more information.