Director, Supplier Quality

G&W Electric Co; Bolingbrook (IL); On-site; USD 159,435 - 211,180; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k)

Tuition Reimbursement

Annual Profit Sharing

Job summary

G&W Electric Co. is seeking a Director of Global Supplier Quality to lead supplier quality compliance and work cross-functionally to improve overall quality performance. This role is positioned in Bolingbrook, IL, and involves managing supplier quality initiatives globally.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field and have 15+ years of experience, including 6+ years in management roles. A comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k), and more.

Qualifications

• 15+ years total experience, 6+ years management experience with supplier quality.
• Experience using root cause analysis techniques.
• Hands-on, collaborative leader committed to team development.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute quality strategies supporting New Product Introduction.
• Ensure supplier risk management and qualification processes.
• Drive standardized lean and quality tools for operational excellence.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Strategic leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, Chemical or related engineering field

Tools

Lean Six Sigma

Job description

Director of Global Supplier Quality

The Director of Global Supplier Quality leads teams to ensure supplier quality compliance to G&W Electric specifications and objectives. This position will work with cross‑functional teams to ensure overall quality compliance of G&W Electric operations with all ISO and regulatory requirements as part of the Global Quality team. Based out of Bolingbrook, IL, the Director will work with G&W Electric facilities worldwide on standardizing best practices and improving overall quality performance from engineering concepts through the customer life cycle with a focus on supplier quality management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the roadmap to achieve the G&W Electric long‑term supplier quality vision.
• Develop and execute quality strategies in support of New Product Introduction (NPI) that satisfy near‑term demands of development programs and support the long‑term vision of transitioning to full rate production.
• Ensure supplier risk management, supplier qualification, and effective PPAP process implementation and oversight.
• Lead the teams in leveraging quality best practices to drive supplier quality issues resolution.
• Evaluate organizational design and recommend improvements to optimize resources.
• Prepare management reports to review performance of all supplier performance and cost of quality.
• Drive use of standardized lean and quality tools, share best practices, and benchmark world‑class companies to achieve a higher level of operational excellence.
• Manage capital, point of control, and expense budgets associated with supplier quality global operations and improvements.
• Support a strong environmental, health, and safety culture with the team by following all safety regulations and maintaining clean and orderly work areas.
• Coordinate the execution of company business initiatives with cross‑functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, Chemical or related engineering field.
• 15+ years total experience, 6+ years management experience with supplier quality, quality, and manufacturing.
• Problem‑solving skills with experience using root cause analysis techniques, with examples.
• Demonstrated strategic leadership accountability.
• Experience working cross‑functionally with all levels of the organization structure.
• Experience developing operational yield and process control tracking.
• Hands‑on, collaborative leader committed to team development and performance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in technical or business.
• Lean Six Sigma, Red X, or other problem‑solving certification.
• Previous development and execution of global quality initiatives.

Benefits

Typical pay is $159,435 - $211,180 annually. Pay is based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications.

This position is eligible for participation in our Quarterly Incentive Pay Program.

G&W Electric offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Short and Long‑Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Health club membership program and reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 401(k)
• Annual Profit Sharing
• Vacation
• Air‑conditioned/heated state‑of‑the‑art manufacturing facility

G&W Electric is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. G&W Electric participates in the E‑Verify process for all new hires.