Supplier Quality Manager

JR United Kingdom; Guildford; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the supply chain sector is seeking a Supply Quality Manager to join their team. This permanent role involves auditing supplier sites across the EMEA region, driving quality improvements, and implementing corrective actions. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in Good Distribution Practice (GDP) and be versed in cold chain processes, ensuring compliance and quality assurance across the board. The role also includes travel opportunities within EMEA, providing an exciting challenge for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Experienced in internal auditing to GDP regulations.
• Knowledge in transport or logistics environment with cold chain processes.
• Second language skills desirable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct audits of supplier facilities to GDP regulations.
• Manage SCARs and collaborate with suppliers on corrective actions.
• Support cold chain activities.

Skills

Auditing

Quality Assurance

Collaboration

Job description

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Location: Surrey, UK (Hybrid with Travel). Up to 40% travel across Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA)

Job Type: Permanent

If you are an experienced Supply Quality Manager with extensive Good Distribution Practice (GDP) experience this role might be for you! You will be responsible for auditing supplier sites across the EMEA region, driving quality improvements and supporting corrective actions through the Supplier Corrective Action Request (SCAR) process.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct audits of supplier facilities to GDP regulations across EMEA (EU and Africa).
• Assess supplier quality systems and performance; initiate and manage SCARs as required.
• Collaborate with suppliers to implement and verify corrective and preventative actions (CAPA).
• Support cold chain activities, where applicable.

Experience and Qualifications Required:

• Experience in internal auditing to GDP regulations (external supplier audit experience is desirable but not essential).
• Ideally experienced in a transport or logistics environment with knowledge of cold chain processes.
• Second language skills are desirable but not required.

Interviews: Starting w/c 19th May

How to apply: Apply to e.smailes@x4lifesciences to learn more about the role or connect with me on LinkedIn to hear about regular job updates available with X4 Life Sciences.