Manager, Supplier Quality – Development, Commodity

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. Own supplier quality performance across assigned commodities .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeRemote • Washington • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $107,500 - $204,500 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in supplier quality management, including supplier qualification, auditing, and compliance with regulatory standards. Proficient in root cause analysis, corrective action methodologies, and continuous improvement initiatives within supply chain environments.

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Supplier Quality ManagementRoot Cause AnalysisQuality Management SystemsSupplier DevelopmentContinuous Improvement

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Hard Skills

Supplier MonitoringAuditingCorrective Action MethodologiesAPQPPFMEAPPAPSPCMSAISO 9001AS9100

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationCross-Functional Collaboration

Industry Keywords

Supplier QualityManufacturingCommoditiesQuality Improvement PlansNonconforming Material Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own supplier quality performance across assigned commodities
Ensure compliance with company, customer, and regulatory standards
Lead supplier qualification, onboarding, and certification activities
Conduct audits, assessments, and capability evaluations
Monitor supplier performance metrics and identify risks or trends
Implement proactive supplier improvement strategies
Investigate and resolve supplier-related quality issues
Lead root cause analysis and corrective and preventive actions
Manage nonconforming material and escape management processes
Partner with suppliers to contain issues and prevent recurrence
Support source inspections, material release, and work transfer activities
Drive adoption of PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC, and MSA
Lead or support Corrective Action Boards and DQ Clinics
Ensure supplier readiness for PPAP approvals, Resourcing Gate reviews, and contractual quality requirements
Manage supplier improvement programs such as ZERO and Quality Improvement Plans

Requirements

What you’ll need

University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years experience
5+ years of experience in a supply chain, manufacturing, or supplier quality environment
Experience with supplier monitoring, auditing, and/or development
Experience with root cause analysis and corrective action methodologies, such as 8D and Red-X
Working knowledge of Quality Management Systems and standards, such as ISO 9001 and AS9100
Experience with APQP, PFMEA, and PPAP, including associated elements
Experience supporting commodities such as composites, plastics, textiles, or interior products
Familiarity with SPC, MSA, and Control Plans
Experience working cross-functionally with engineering, operations, supply chain, and quality teams
Effective communication with internal stakeholders and external suppliers
Background in supplier development and continuous improvement initiatives
U.S. citizenship required; only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract
Ability to work remotely, preferably from the Mountain or Pacific time zone
Willingness to travel up to 30% (approximately two trips per month)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
401(k) plan with employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
Tuition reimbursement program
Student Loan Repayment Program
Life insurance and disability coverage
Optional pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, and ID theft protection
Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits
Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
Adoption Assistance
Autism Benefit
Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
Healthy You Incentives wellness rewards program
Doctor on Demand virtual doctor visits
Bright Horizons child and elder care services
Teladoc Medical Experts second opinion program
Paid time off and holidays
Flexible work schedules
Employee Scholar Program
Potential eligibility for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs