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Head of Supplier Quality Assurance

Full time at edge group in UAE
Posted on January 28, 2025

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Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Create Alert Join Us as Head of Supplier Quality Assurance (SQA) . Take on a transformative role that bridges our supply partners and internal operations, ensuring seamless delivery of conforming goods. As the Head of Supplier Quality Assurance (SQA), you will lead supplier-focused initiatives, drive value-chain improvements, and enable program success by fostering a culture of quality excellence and collaboration. Key Accountabilities Supplier Quality Strategies : Define and implement the Supplier Quality vision, ensuring compliance with customer, regulatory, and safety standards. Leadership & Team Development : Lead and inspire Supplier Quality and Receipt Inspection teams to achieve organizational goals. Safety Culture : Champion a safety-first mindset and empower team members to proactively address quality concerns. Continuous Improvement : Drive initiatives like Zero Defect (ZD), Continuous Improvement (CI), Six Sigma, and APQP within the supply chain. Risk Management : Use data-driven risk management to ensure conformity with management systems and meet program commitments. Team Development : Identify skills gaps and ensure team readiness through strategic training, budgeting, and performance management. Supplier Quality Audits : Manage the Supplier Quality audit program to align with certifications and enhance business processes. Resource Planning : Optimize resource deployment throughout the program lifecycle to ensure right-first-time outcomes. Stakeholder Collaboration : Work with internal and external partners to meet program objectives and maintain high-quality standards. Escalation Management : Represent senior management in addressing Supplier Quality Assurance concerns and provide expert guidance. Requirements Strategic Thinking Decision Making Managing Performance Relationship Management Experience & Qualifications : Minimum: 12+ years in quality assurance, supply chain management, or related roles in industrial environments, with 7+ years leading quality teams in complex supply chains. Chartered Quality Institute (CQI) ‘Member’ grade or above. Bachelor’s degree in engineering or relevant vocational qualification. Preferred: 6+ years in defense industry with regional exposure. Certifications: AS9100/ISO9001 Lead Auditor, APQP (AS9145) training. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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