Supplier Quality Specialist

Matchtech; Sunbury-on-Thames; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the defence and aerospace sector is seeking a Supplier Quality Specialist to ensure high standards of supplier quality assurance. This permanent role focuses on managing supplier relationships, improving quality metrics, and supporting continuous improvement within the supply chain. The position offers a collaborative environment and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Competitive compensation package

Comprehensive employee benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in quality assurance within aerospace or defence sectors.
• Knowledge of supplier quality systems and documentation processes.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage relationships with suppliers and internal customers.
• Ensure compliance with supplier quality documentation.
• Conduct audits and support supplier selection strategies.

Skills

Problem-solving methodologies

Quality assurance

Supplier quality systems

Continuous improvement

Attention to detail

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Sunbury-on-Thames, United Kingdom

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25.06.2025

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09.08.2025

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Job summary

• Looking for one junior and one senior supplier quality specialist

Key skills required for this role

Quality Supplier Specialist

Important

Supplier Quality Specialist

Our client, a leading player in the defence and aerospace sector, is currently seeking a Supplier Quality Specialist to join their team in Sunbury on Thames. This permanent role is crucial in ensuring high standards of supplier quality assurance within the business unit of Air Technology.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and maintain the company's relationships with suppliers, working closely with internal customers such as operations, purchasing, project leaders, quality, and external suppliers.
• Ensure all supplier quality system documentation is maintained and complies with the Supplier Quality Manual for new product introduction (NPI) suppliers.
• Improve supplier quality metrics by addressing non-conformances in a timely manner.
• Conduct source inspection activities for resourcing and support new product introduction.
• Implement robust problem-solving techniques, such as 8D Root Cause and Corrective Action, with suppliers.
• Drive improvements in supplier quality metrics through rigorous root cause identification and corrective action closure.
• Promote and support continuous improvement and lean practices within the supply chain.
• Conduct audits on supplier sites and support the supplier selection strategy for new product introduction.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including procurement, quality, and engineering, to ensure effective communication and alignment.
• Support the strategic purchasing team during regular business reviews with key suppliers.
• Assist in third-party audits as required.

Job Requirements:

• Experience in quality assurance within the aerospace or defence sectors.
• Knowledge of supplier quality systems and documentation processes.
• Strong skills in problem-solving methodologies, specifically 8D Root Cause and Corrective Actions.
• Experience in continuous improvement and lean practices.
• Competence in conducting supplier audits and supporting supplier selection strategies.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to high-quality standards.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations and the ability to adhere to company policies and procedures.
• Opportunity to work in a leading company within the defence and aerospace industry.
• Engagement in a variety of critical and impactful projects.
• Professional development and continued learning opportunities.
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment.
• Competitive compensation package and comprehensive employee benefits.
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Created on 25/06/2025 by TN United Kingdom