Supplier Quality Manager

Bennett & Game Recruitment Ltd; Woking; On-site; GBP 68,000 - 70,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-term contract

Site-based in Woking

Job summary

Bennett & Game Recruitment Ltd is seeking an experienced Supplier Quality Manager in Woking to lead a team of SQEs and drive supplier performance in a low-volume automotive environment.

You will own containment, CSL activities, and supplier recovery, act as escalation point, and support audits and continuous improvements.

The role is 100% site-based with a long-term contract; ideal for hands-on leaders with APQP/PPAP knowledge.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in Supplier Quality or related roles.
• Experience leading Supplier Quality teams.
• Automotive/OEM exposure.
• Strong APQP/PPAP and problem-solving knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Supplier Quality Engineers to drive performance.
• Manage supplier containment, CSL1/CSL2, and recovery activities.
• Act as escalation point for critical supplier quality issues.
• Ensure robust containment plans to protect production.
• Drive corrective actions using 8D and root cause analysis.
• Monitor KPIs like PPM, escapes and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering, Purchasing and Programme teams.
• Provide regular reporting on supplier performance and recovery plans.
• Support supplier audits and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership experience

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Engineering

Tools

APQP

PPAP

PFMEA

Control Plans

GD&T

8D

Root Cause Analysis

Job description

Supplier Quality Manager (JBL47164) Woking, England

Salary: GBP35 - GBP36 per hour

Supplier Quality Manager

Our client is seeking an experienced Supplier Quality Manager to lead a team of Supplier Quality Engineers, driving supplier performance, containment activities and quality improvements across a complex, low-volume manufacturing environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on quality professional with strong leadership experience within the automotive sector.

Supplier Quality Manager Position Overview

• Lead, mentor and develop a team of Supplier Quality Engineers.
• Manage supplier containment, controlled shipping (CSL1/CSL2) and supplier recovery activities.
• Act as the escalation point for critical supplier quality issues.
• Ensure robust containment plans are implemented to protect production.
• Drive supplier corrective actions using 8D, 5 Whys and structured problem-solving techniques.
• Monitor supplier KPIs including PPM, quality escapes and corrective action performance.
• Work closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, Purchasing and Programme teams to minimise disruption.
• Provide regular reporting on supplier performance and recovery plans.
• Support supplier audits and continuous improvement initiatives.

Supplier Quality Manager Position Requirements

• Degree qualified in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• 7+ years' experience within Supplier Quality, Supplier Development or Supplier Quality Assurance.
• Previous experience managing or leading Supplier Quality teams.
• Strong knowledge of APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plans, GD&T, 8D and Root Cause Analysis.
• Experience managing supplier containment and recovery activities including CSL1 & CSL2.
• Background within Automotive, Motorsport, OEM, Tier 1 or advanced manufacturing.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Supplier Quality Manager Position Remuneration

• Long-term contract opportunity
• 100% site-based in Woking