Supplier Quality Manager

Siemens; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Mental health support

Subsidised gym memberships

Subsidised healthcare (Bupa)

Annual bonus

Enhanced sick pay

Job summary

Siemens Mobility UKI is seeking a Supplier Quality Manager to lead supplier quality across RI UK&I manufacturing and project delivery. You will define the supplier quality strategy, govern processes, and drive cross-functional collaboration with Procurement, Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering and Delivery.

The role emphasizes risk-based supplier selection, audits, KPIs, and continuous improvement, with strong emphasis on data analytics and compliance with ISO standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or manufacturing or equivalent
• ISO 9001 Lead Auditor qualification preferred
• Experience leading quality investigations (RCCA, CAPA, problem solving)
• Lead Auditor experience in supplier audits
• Knowledge of ISO 9001/45001/14001/27001 and application in large orgs
• Experience developing Supplier Quality KPIs and monitoring performance
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or equivalent CI delivery experience
• Strong IT skills incl. data analysis and digital workflow tools
• CQI membership or accreditation desirable
• Facilitation and presentation skills for group activities and workshops
• Self-starter with autonomy in fast-paced environments
• Experience in Supplier Quality Management in relevant industry

Responsibilities

• Define and govern Supplier Quality strategy and governance
• Lead supplier selection, qualification and approval using risk-based criteria
• Establish supplier quality plans, targets and controls
• Plan and report supplier audits and assessments
• Manage supplier quality performance with cross-functional teams
• Monitor KPIs and advise executives on action plans
• Lead containment, RCCA, CAPA across the organisation
• Identify and mitigate supplier quality and supply-chain risks
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using data analytics
• Define quality-related contract and QA agreement requirements

Skills

Bachelor's degree

Lead Auditor

RCCA / CAPA

ISO 9001

Lean Six Sigma

Data analytics

Supplier KPIs

Facilitator

Autonomous working

Education

Engineering or manufacturing degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Data analysis tools

AI tools

Job description

What if your next role actually made you excited for Mondays? At Siemens Mobility, we believe our people are the cornerstone of our success. We are committed to nurturing a supportive and inclusive environment where every team member can thrive.

Rail Infrastructure, one of three businesses within Siemens Mobility Limited UKI, is a leading UK rail industry provider. We offer a broad portfolio of solutions, including signalling, train control systems, fixed and mobile telecommunications, station management, electrification and integrated digital solutions, to help our customers deliver the best possible UK rail system.

The role of the Supplier Quality Manager is to act as an expert to lead and act to improve supplier quality across SMO RI UK&I manufacturing and project delivery. The role sets a clear supplier quality strategy, including innovation and uses; data, advanced analytics and appropriate AI capabilities to identify risk, improve performance and support robust decision making. The role will drive business excellence and foster cross-functional collaboration across; Procurement, Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering/R&D, Project Management and Delivery across the UK&I. The Supplier Quality Manager will build supplier relationships and work across the category and commodity teams. Focus areas include; Innovation, Supplier Cost of Poor-Quality reduction, Root Cause Investigations and Auditing compliance to all business requirements, certifications and regulations.

You’ll be responsible for

• Supplier quality strategy and governance: Define, deploy and improve the Supplier Quality strategy to ensure adherence to Siemens processes. Reduce Cost of Poor Quality and improve governance.
• Supplier selection, qualification and approval: Apply risk-based quality, compliance, sustainability and capability criteria to support supplier selection, sourcing decisions, qualification and approval. Maintain a level of market intelligence sufficient to provide insight to supply chain and leadership.
• Supplier quality planning: Establish supplier quality plans, targets, acceptance criteria, controls and interfaces aligned to product, service, project and supplier criticality.
• Supplier audits and assessments: Plan, lead and report supplier audits, assessments and reviews, ensuring actions are defined, followed up and verified for effectiveness.
• Supplier performance management and development: Manage supplier quality performance, strategic status, integration, supervision and development activity with category and commodity teams.
• Quality Insight, KPIs and escalation: Monitor and communicate at Executive level the outcomes of supplier quality status, risks, incidents, and KPIs. Advise senior leadership on effective action plans.
• Non-conformance and problem solving: Lead and deliver effective containment, reporting, root cause analysis, corrective action across the organisation. (8D and other tools etc).
• Risk, resilience and contingency planning: Identify, prioritise and verify supplier quality and supply-chain risks, driving mitigation, resilience and contingency planning with cross-functional stakeholders.
• Continuous improvement, innovation and analytics: Lead improvement programmes, lessons learned, digital workflows and data analytics to reduce risk, improve performance and create value.
• Contracts, QAA, compliance and capability building: Define quality-related contract and Quality Assurance Agreement requirements, support compliance and sustainability expectations, and coach colleagues in SQM methods.

You’ll win us over with

• Ideally a bachelor's degree in a relevant field (engineering or manufacturing) or equivalent education
• Ideally ISO9001 Lead Auditor qualification
• Experience in leading quality investigations (RCCA, CAPA, Problem Solving methodologies).
• Lead Auditor experience within supply chains and conducting supplier audits.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001/45001/14001/27001 and practical application within a large organisation.
• Experience in developing Supplier Quality KPIs and monitoring performance.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (preferred) or significant experience delivering Lean/CI outcomes.
• Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Office, data analysis, AI tools and digital workflow tools.
• CQI Membership or Accreditation (desirable)
• Trained experienced Facilitator with the ability to present information clearly and unambiguously, both written and oral, and to lead/facilitate group activities and workshops.
• Self-starter, comfortable with autonomy and the ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in a role within Supplier Quality Management in a relevant industry.

Specific Health, Safety & Environmental Responsibilities for this Post

• Set and lead the right behaviours to support creating a robust H&S and Quality culture.
• Set an example by their own actions and activities.
• Ensure effective implementation of the SMO UKI BMS relating to relevant Policies and procedures.
• Communicate and encourage feedback on Quality, H&S and environmental issues
• When unable to rectify or remedy unsafe situations either stop work if the risk is too high and/or report the deficiency to the Management for action
• Be prepared and be competent to manage any for-seen emergency situations

At Siemens Mobility, we believe that work should work for you. We go beyond standard benefits to create an environment where our people feel supported, empowered and valued both professionally and personally.

Wellbeing

• Flexible working
• 24/7 Mental health support
• Subsidised gym memberships
• Subsidised Bupa healthcare
• Enhanced sick pay

Financial

• Match and More pension
• Life assurance
• Perks at Work discounts
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Annual Bonus

Family

• Day-one parental rights
• Shared parental leave
• Extra holidays for length of service
• Enjoy 26 days annual leave (plus public holidays), with the flexibility to buy or sell up to 5 days each year
• Volunteering days and sabbaticals

Personal Growth

• Access to online learning
• Support for external training and development opportunities
• Inclusive culture promoting equality and belonging
• Active employee networks
• Opportunities to grow your skills and career

Join Siemens Mobility where your wellbeing, growth, and future matter.

Please note that Siemens advises employees to inform their line manager when formally applying for a new role within the company.

We are a Disability Confident Leader and welcome applications from all individuals, including those with disabilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact your recruiter, who will be happy to support you.