Quality Assurance Manager
Ref: AS8300145
Manchester, UK
£70,000
- Permanent
- Supplier Quality Management
- Compliance And Auditing
- Process Improvement
About the candidate
The candidate is a seasoned Quality Assurance Manager with a comprehensive background in supplier quality management across various sectors in consumer products. They possess extensive experience leading supplier audits, driving compliance efforts, and implementing corrective actions that substantially improve product quality. Renowned for their ability to collaborate effectively, they are adept at building solid relationships within cross-functional teams and promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
Their pragmatic problem-solving skills are complemented by excellent communication abilities, enabling them to engage successfully with both suppliers and internal stakeholders. This ensures a smooth and efficient flow of information and actions necessary for maintaining high quality standards, aligning supplier performance with organizational objectives, and adhering to regulatory needs.
What makes them great?
- Proven Leader: Reduced non-conformance rates by 30% through the introduction of structured audit processes, significantly enhancing supplier performance.
- Efficiency Enhancer: Achieved a 20% reduction in product defects by streamlining inspection procedures, directly impacting product quality and compliance.
- Collaborative Communicator: Known for effective cross-departmental collaboration and maintaining open lines of communication with stakeholders to manage quality issues efficiently.
Areas of expertise
- Supplier Quality Management: Expertise in overseeing supplier quality assurance programs, ensuring compliance with ethical and regulatory standards across multiple regions.
- Compliance and Auditing: Strong background in implementing structured audit processes and driving compliance initiatives that align with corporate and legal standards.
- Process Improvement: Demonstrated ability in spearheading initiatives to streamline quality processes, resulting in significant reductions in non-conformance and product defects.