Senior Staff Supplier Quality Specialist

Thermo Fisher Scientific

. Serve as a Supplier Quality systems subject matter expert .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeBrno • CzechiaSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Supplier Quality Management processes, including governance, metrics, and documentation strategies. Proficient in data analysis, risk assessment, and continuous improvement methodologies to enhance supplier quality and operational efficiency.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Supplier Quality ManagementQMS ProcessesISO 9001Data AnalysisContinuous Improvement

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Hard Skills

Supplier QualificationProcess ImprovementProject ManagementChange ManagementQuality AgreementsPPAP GovernanceSupplier Audit PlanningRisk AssessmentMetrics GenerationProcess Controls

Soft Skills

MentoringStakeholder InfluenceLeadership

Tools & Technologies

AnalyticsDashboardsDocumentation Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Quality Auditor TrainingQuality Lead Auditor Training

Industry Keywords

ISO 1348521 CFR Part 82021 CFR Part 210/211ISO 14971MDSAP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a Supplier Quality systems subject matter expert
Lead Supplier Quality Management processes, projects, governance, metrics, process improvements, and documentation strategy
Partner with Supplier Quality, Procurement, Quality, Operations, Engineering, IT, and business leaders
Provide senior SME leadership for Supplier Quality Management processes, governance, metrics, documentation, and process controls across sites or business units
Set strategy for supplier qualification, monitoring, issue management, supplier change control, Quality Agreements, PPAP governance, supplier audit planning, and process effectiveness reviews
Translate regulatory, QMS, business, and stakeholder requirements into scalable Supplier Quality processes and technology-enabled solutions
Lead cross-site Supplier Quality process transformations, system improvements, data governance initiatives, and continuous improvement portfolios
Develop improvement roadmaps, business cases, risk assessments, stakeholder alignment plans, and sustainment mechanisms
Use analytics, dashboards, and leading indicators to reduce supplier quality risk, improve process cycle time, and reduce cost of poor supplier quality
Advise Supplier Quality and business leaders on process risks, controls, metrics, and improvement priorities
Lead governance reviews, escalation forums, audit readiness activities, and process health assessments
Mentor specialists and engineers; provide expert guidance on PPI, RCCM, change management, and Supplier Quality systems practices
May sit or stand for long periods and walk between buildings or to production, laboratory, warehouse, or office areas
Close vision is needed to read documents, quality records, and computer screens

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Business, or equivalent combination of education and experience required for professional, management, and leadership roles
Associate degree or equivalent technical experience may be acceptable for associate roles
Quality auditor training preferred for bands 4-6; quality lead auditor training preferred or required for advanced professional roles depending on business need
Experience with QMS processes, documentation systems, data analysis, dashboards, project coordination, and continuous improvement tools preferred
8+ years in Supplier Quality, Quality, Manufacturing, Operations, Engineering, Business Process, or related functions
Working knowledge of ISO 9001 and applicable industry standards
Experience with ISO 13485, 21 CFR Part 820, 21 CFR Part 210/211, ISO 14971, MDSAP, or other applicable requirements preferred based on business context
Knowledge of Supplier Quality Management processes, QMS documentation, process governance, project management, change management, and practical process improvement methods
Ability to analyze data, summarize results, generate metrics, identify risks, and drive improvement actions
Demonstrated ability to mentor colleagues, influence stakeholders, and lead complex or cross-functional improvement initiatives
May lift up to 15-20 lbs. as business needs require
Travel by air, train, or car may be required; supplier-facing and leadership roles may require up to approximately 30% travel depending on business needs