Supplier Quality Manager New

Neil Cope Director - Procurement, Supply Chain & Operations [email protected] My Profile See my jobs Job Description Supplier Quality Manager Zurich, Switzerland We have an exciting opportunity for a Supplier Quality Manager to join a leading international manufacturing organisation operating within a highly technical and engineer related environment. This role will play a key part in driving quality performance across the global supply chain, ensuring robust quality standards, supplier development, and continuous improvement across high-volume component manufacturing. You will have the opportunity to shape quality processes, improve supplier performance from the Direct materials side and deliver measurable operational impact across an international network. Key responsibilities as Supplier Quality Manager include: Develop and implement supplier quality strategies and frameworks for high-volume manufacturing environments (direct materials) Establish quality standards, control plans, and validation processes to ensure production readiness and consistency Work closely with suppliers and cross-functional teams to improve quality performance and reduce operational risks Lead process validation activities and ensure quality requirements are embedded across the supply chain Drive supplier quality initiatives and proactively identify opportunities to improve product and process performance Deliver continuous improvement activities using Lean, Six Sigma, and structured problem-solving methodologies The ideal candidate profile: Degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Quality Management, or a related technical discipline Strong experience within Quality Engineering in high-volume manufacturing environments Proven knowledge of quality methodologies including APQP, PPAP, Lean Manufacturing, and Six Sigma Experience supporting industrialisation activities and process validation programmes Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to influence stakeholders across multiple functions Fluent in English, German would be beneficial (B2 level or above) Comfortable working in an international environment with occasional travel requirements EMEA Recruitment is committed to promoting Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace. We act as a neutral third party in the recruitment process, basing our candidate searches on skills and experience. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion/beliefs, or sexual orientation. APPLY Apply With LinkedIn