Senior Supplier Quality & Development Leader

Penumbra; Alameda (CA); On-site; USD 138,000 - 176,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Equity program

On-site work in Alameda

Job summary

Penumbra, Inc. in Alameda, CA is seeking an Associate Principal Supplier Quality Engineer (Supplier Development) to lead cross-functional supplier initiatives, drive capability improvements, and ensure long-term supply continuity.

You will partner with Strategic Procurement and Engineering to define strategy, manage interdependent workstreams, and deliver measurable results. The role involves leading supplier qualification, capability improvement, and risk reduction efforts across a portfolio of

Qualifications

• BS or MS degree in Engineering or related technical discipline.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience leading complex cross-functional programs.
• Experience with supplier development and capability growth.
• Experience with supplier qualification, process assessments, and manufacturing readiness.

Responsibilities

• Lead supplier capability development initiatives to improve quality, scalability, and long-term readiness.
• Execute supplier improvement roadmaps aligned with procurement and engineering priorities.
• Drive Kaizen events, process optimization, and variation reduction efforts.
• Perform supplier capability assessments, manufacturing evaluations, and technical due diligence.
• Lead supplier qualification activities and support complex supplier programs.

Job description

Penumbra, Inc. in Alameda, CA is seeking an Associate Principal Supplier Quality Engineer (Supplier Development) to lead cross-functional supplier initiatives, drive capability improvements, and ensure long-term supply continuity.

You will partner with Strategic Procurement and Engineering to define strategy, manage interdependent workstreams, and deliver measurable results. The role involves leading supplier qualification, capability improvement, and risk reduction efforts across a portfolio of