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This position is for a Sr. Manager, Global Supplier Quality Systems and Strategy with hands-on experience and proven success in developing and managing Supplier Quality system while supporting quality leadership by leading strategic initiatives to build a robust supplier quality system for the organization.

Directs, coordinates, and evaluates the activities of employees in the Supplier Quality Department.  Required to lead strategies, tools, and practices that deliver a system and culture resulting in year-on-year quality/process improvements.  The ideal candidate should demonstrate proficient experience with quality management concepts and Project Management including but not limited to supplier quality, eQMS, risk assessment, process qualification, process controls, root cause investigations, CAPA, and continuous improvement.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Lead and support GSQ leadership in driving digital transformation strategy to implement eQMS for managing Global Supplier Quality activities.

Develop and promote the right behaviors to sustain a culture of continuous improvement necessary to support both short- and long-term business objectives.

Develop and implement visual (real-time) metrics and reporting to drive continuous improvement in the GSQ group.

Provide support to sites by leading critical Supplier Quality related projects and issues which may require supplier visits and audits.

Directly supervise employees in the GSQ group.

Utilize coaching and facilitating skills with program shareholders to ensure proper project management, expectation setting, and best practices are utilized.

Develop procedures and train employees on using digital technology for Supplier Quality related activities.

Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.  Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Support the integration of newly acquired businesses.

Integrate/participate in the overall quality/operation/division leadership community by sharing and seeking best practices and methodologies and finding new ways to help drive for maximizing performance.

Implement and sustain continuous improvement practices and culture throughout the organization.

Provides strategic direction and communication of the company’s goals, directives, and policies to subordinates, creating a clear vision and positive, team-oriented environment resulting in the achievement of the company’s goals and increased profitability.

Direct the activities of the GSQ department to ensure compliance with all appropriate regulations and standards, including FDA, ISO 13485, CMDR, MDR, JPAL and 21 CFR Part 11

Interact and coordinate activities with other departments, external vendors, and customers. Influences and collaborates across stakeholder groups in the areas of process / continuous improvements, identify and implement opportunities.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and experience required for this position.

Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.

Master’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science or Sciences preferred. Minimum 10-years of experience in quality, manufacturing, or engineering in Medical Device, Pharmaceutical (Life Sciences).

Bachelor’s Degree Minimum 12-years of experience in quality, manufacturing, or engineering in Medical Device, Pharmaceutical (Life Sciences).

Minimum 5 years of people management experience.

Strong experience leading deployment of eQMS software solutions.

Experience in FDA controlled environment.

Strong collaboration skills and experience working in a matrix environment.

Ability to read and understand technical and statistical documents.

Ability to interface with technical and non-technical personnel.

Knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and other applicable standards.

Experience using analytical tools to drive data-based decision making.

Six Sigma certification preferred.

Strong project management experience preferred.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED

·eQMS, Power BI, Microsoft Project Management

This position could require up to 30% travel.

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