Director, Supplier Quality

Revelyst; California (MO); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Revelyst is seeking an experienced Director of Supplier Quality to lead our global quality management across hardgoods and softgoods. Based in Irvine, CA, you will drive total quality management and continuous improvement across product lifecycle with cross-functional leadership.

You will oversee supplier audits, risk mitigation, performance monitoring, and executive reporting while collaborating with R&D, product management, and operations to ensure quality excellence across the three

Responsibilities

• Lead global quality strategy across three platforms and align objectives with business goals.
• Transform Revelyst's quality organization from reactive inspection to prevention-based culture.
• Design and implement QA/QC processes ensuring design-to-production quality across regions.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, legal requirements and environmental regulations globally.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance product quality and reduce waste.
• Inspire and lead a globally dispersed team of quality professionals; recruit and develop talent.
• Collaborate with R&D, product management, operations to embed quality in development lifecycle.
• Manage supplier audits, qualification and performance monitoring across regions.
• Develop risk mitigation strategies for supplier quality issues and contingency planning.
• Drive supplier development initiatives and joint improvement plans with procurement.
• Provide executive-level reporting on quality performance, trends and risks.
• Standardize quality systems and KPIs across regions and supplier tiers.

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Director of Supplier Quality to join the Global Operations team and lead our global quality management efforts across technical hardgoods and softgoods. This position will be responsible for establishing and executing a comprehensive quality strategy that spans global teams, including product management, R&D, manufacturing facilities, and external suppliers. Your leadership will ensure that we not only meet rigorous quality standards but also maintain a competitive edge in a fast-paced global marketplace. This role demands a strategic thinker with a proven track record in leading cross-functional teams, managing complex global product creation processes, and driving continuous quality improvements at every stage of the product lifecycle. This senior leadership role will oversee all aspects of Total Quality Management (TQM), driving excellence in both product creation and operational processes to meet and exceed customer expectations.

This position reports to the Vice President of Strategic Sourcing, Procurement and Supplier Quality and is based out of Irvine, CA.

As the Director of Supplier Quality, you will have an opportunity to:

• Lead Global Quality Strategy : Develop and execute a global quality management strategy that aligns withRevelyst'sbusiness goals across three primary platforms: Adventure Sports, Outdoor Performance, and Precision Sports. Define and communication qualityobjectives, priorities, and key results across regions and product categories.


• Quality Transformation & Customer Experience : Lead the ongoing transformation ofRevelyst'sglobal quality organization from a reactive inspection-based model to a prevention-based quality culture. Drive enterprise-wide focus on customer experience, defect prevention, quality ownership, and continuous improvement through people, process, systems, and supplier partnerships.


• Global Quality Assurance and Control : Lead the design and implementation of QA/QC processes that ensure the highest standards for all products, from design through production. Partner with internal teams and external suppliers to ensure that all technicalhardgoodsandsoftgoodsmeet functional, safety, and aesthetic standards. Assess production operationsata global scale to ensure compliance with quality standards.


• Compliance & Regulatory Oversight : Ensure that Revelyst products meet all relevant industry standards, legal requirements, and environmental regulations globally. Stay current with changes in quality standards andregulations, andwork closely with compliance teams to ensure ongoing alignment.


• Continuous Improvement & Innovation : Lead initiatives toidentifyand implement process improvements that enhance product quality, reduce waste, and drive cost efficiencies. Introduce innovative quality management practices that align with best-in-class industry standards.


• Team Leadership & Development : Inspire and lead a diverse, globally dispersed team of quality professionals. Oversee hiring, training, and professional development efforts to build a high-performing, collaborative team that is equipped to meet evolving challenges. Foster a culture of accountability, continuous learning, and quality excellence.


• Cross-Functional Collaboration : Work closely with senior management, R&D, product management, and operations teams to integrate quality into the product development lifecycle from concept to consumer. Collaborate with Global Sourcing, Procurement, Manufacturing and Supply Chain teams to align supplier quality expectations, scorecards, and escalation protocols. Provideexpert guidance on quality-related decision-making at every stage of product creation.


• Supplier Quality Management : Develop and implement a global supplier quality strategy that ensures consistent standards across all regions. Lead supplier audits,qualification, and performance monitoring programs to ensure compliance with quality expectations and continuous improvement.


• Vendor Quality Risk Mitigation : Establish proactive risk assessment and mitigation strategies for supplier quality issues, including contingency planning and corrective action protocols.


• Supplier Development & Engagement : Partner with Procurement and Sourcing teams to drive supplier development initiatives, including training, capability assessments, and joint improvement plans.


• Executive Reporting : Provide regular updates and executive-level reports on quality performance, compliance, continuous improvement initiatives, and key performance metrics. Highlight trends and emergingissues andensure that leadership is informed about quality-related risks and opportunities.


• Global Quality Systems & Metrics : Standardize quality processes, documentation, and KPIs across all regions and supplier tiers to ensure consistency and transparency. Implement andmaintaina global Quality Managemen