Supplier Quality Manager

Provide day-to-day management of Supplier Development personnel which results in the implementation and execution of functional objectives, vision and mission. Drive the development of new component sources for product development with clear specifications and appropriate component evaluation.  Drive the resolution of component/supplier related issues and manage the component/material inspection and stores functions
Recruits, coaches and develops organizational talent.
Fosters a diverse workplace that enables all participants to contribute to their full potential in pursuit of organizational objectives.
Creates an entrepreneurial environment.
Provides direction and guidance to exempt specialists and/or supervisory staff who exercise significant latitude and independence in their assignments. May supervise non-exempt employees.
Keeps the organization’s vision and values at the forefront of decision making and action.
Demonstrates effective change leadership.
Builds strategic partnerships to further departmental and organizational objectives.
Develops and executes organizational and operational policies that affect one or more groups by utilizing technical/professional knowledge and skills
Monitors compliance with company policies and procedures (e.g. compliance with FDA, BSI, EEO regulations, etc.).
Makes decisions regarding work processes or operational plans and schedules in order to achieve department objectives.
Develops, monitors and appropriately adjusts the annual budget for department(s).
In all actions, demonstrates a primary commitment to patient safety and product quality by maintaining compliance to the Quality Policy and all other documented quality processes and procedures.
For those individuals that supervise others, the following statements are applicable:
Assures that appropriate resources (personnel, tools, etc.) are maintained in order to assure Quality System compliance and adherence to the BSC Quality Policy.
Establishes and promotes a work environment that supports the Quality Policy and Quality System.
Minimum requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Science, Engineering, or related technical discipline
7+ years of related and progressive work experience within the medical device industry
5+ years demonstrated success leading and developing high performing teams
Project management experience
Leadership, influencing, and negotiation skills
Strong presentation, facilitation, and communication skills
Solid computer skills: Minitab; MS Excel, Word, Project, and PowerPoint
Ability to travel up to 10%
Preferred qualifications:
MBA or Master of Science degree
Strong understanding of materials and processes
Strong working knowledge of US and International regulations and standards applicable to BSC including 21CFR820, ISO 13485:2016
Technical experience within the areas of Material Controls and Quality Management Systems
Experience working with functions such as Quality Systems, Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, Sourcing, Regulatory, Research and Development, and Design Assurance
ASQ Certified CMQ/OE, CQE, CQA a plus