Supply Chain Quality Lead Auditor

AWE; Reading; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK defense and aerospace company is looking for a Supply Chain Quality Lead Auditor to oversee supplier quality audits in the Reading/Basingstoke area. The successful candidate will lead audit initiatives, collaborate with stakeholders to resolve issues, and maintain high-quality standards in supplier management. The role offers a competitive salary range of £47,690 to £60,000 and a variety of generous benefits, including 270 hours of annual leave, professional development opportunities, and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

270 hours of annual leave

Flexible working arrangements

Funding for professional body membership

Employee Assistance Programme

Life Assurance

Discounts on everyday spending

Special Leave Policy

Qualifications

• Lead Auditor Certification in ISO 9001:2015 is ideal.
• Relevant degree or equivalent qualification or experience is required.
• Experience working with suppliers to drive continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead supplier quality audits according to AWE's standards.
• Support development of initiatives aligned with the audit strategy.
• Deliver assigned audits within set timelines.

Skills

Lead Auditor Certification in nationally recognised auditing standards

Strong manufacturing or process related background

Good auditing skills

Ability to provide technical advice on standards

Partnership building with suppliers

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent qualification

Job description

Supply Chain Quality Lead Auditor

Location - Reading/Basingstoke area

Closing Date - 11th June 2024

Salary - £47,690 - £60,000 (dependant on experience and suitability)

Responsibilities

• Lead supplier quality audits using AWE's Quality requirements for suppliers as the standard.
• Lead and support development of initiatives aligned with the audit strategy.
• Gain agreement to audit findings and follow-up of audit issues and actions in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Deliver assigned supplier audits within the agreed Programme to time and quality.
• Lead and support the implementation of internal and external best practice, including identifying and developing improvements to the end-to-end audit process.
• Participate in the development of other team members through coaching and mentoring.

Qualifications

• Lead Auditor Certification in nationally recognised auditing standards and procedures, ideally ISO 9001:2015.
• Relevant degree or equivalent qualification (or working towards) and/or experience.
• Strong manufacturing or process related background with good auditing skills.
• Provide technical advice on standards and acceptance criteria appropriate to scopes of supplier quality work.
• Maintain, review and report non-conformance, analyse data, share trends and work collaboratively with all stakeholders to drive continuous improvement and share best practice.
• Work proactively with suppliers, building strong partnerships and support supplier development.
• Worked with other assurance providers to support delivery of corporate objectives.

Benefits

• Time to recharge your batteries with 270 hours of annual leave (plus every other Friday off work)
• Consideration for flexible working arrangements so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know on your application if you wish to work part time
• Opportunities for Professional Career Development that include funding for the annual membership of a relevant professional body, access to mentors and training
• Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services
• A generous defined contribution Group Personal Pension (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your own contribution)
• Life Assurance
• Discounts - access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending
• Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring for your family
• A host of voluntary & core benefits to suit your health and wellbeing - more information available on our careers site.

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