Global Supplier Quality & QA Senior Manager

Alcon; Lake Forest (CA); On-site; USD 178,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Flex time

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Alcon is seeking a Sr. Manager, Supplier Quality for R&D Quality Assurance to lead the supplier management program globally across Lake Forest, Fort Worth, and Johns Creek facilities.

You will drive supplier evaluation, CAPA oversight, and performance monitoring to ensure uninterrupted supply of high‑quality components. In this role you will mentor quality personnel, oversee cross‑functional quality initiatives, and ensure compliance with QS and regulatory requirements, collaborating with Global

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school +15 yrs; Assoc.+11 yrs; M.S.+4 yrs; PhD+3 yrs).
• English reading, writing, understanding and communication fluency (U.S.).
• 7 Years of Relevant Experience.
• 5 Years of Demonstrated Leadership.
• Location: Onsite with standard work hours.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategies for pre-market supplier selection, evaluation and minimization of risk at time of transfer.
• Oversee multiple projects, ensuring goals are met through self-directed work and supervision.
• Supervise supplier CAPAs to mitigate root causes and prevent recurrence.
• Facilitate global supplier performance monitoring and report to senior and executive management.
• Mentor supplier quality personnel and lead cross-functional meetings on global supplier performance.

Skills

English fluency

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent

Job description

Alcon is seeking a Sr. Manager, Supplier Quality for R&D Quality Assurance to lead the supplier management program globally across Lake Forest, Fort Worth, and Johns Creek facilities.

You will drive supplier evaluation, CAPA oversight, and performance monitoring to ensure uninterrupted supply of high‑quality components. In this role you will mentor quality personnel, oversee cross‑functional quality initiatives, and ensure compliance with QS and regulatory requirements, collaborating with Global