The Supplier Quality Manager manages the Supplier Quality and Compliance activities in the region; overall performance of the +2,500 Bio-Rad Direct Suppliers via a Risk-Based approach.
This includes, but not limited to, the following:
- Global Supplier Audits & Audit Program Management (Onboarding, QMS mandated, Metrics)
- Global Supplier Ratings Program Management (Aggregation, Metrics, S-CAPA, Trends)
- Global QN Program Management (Aggregation, Metrics, CAPA, Trends)
- Global S-CAPA Program Management (Aggregation, Metrics, Trends)
- WWM Collaboration: Site & Regional Monthly/Quarterly Ops Forums
- Global LSG/CDG/DBG Management Review Collaboration
How You’ll Make an Impact:
- Responsible for all the Supplier Quality and Compliance activities in the region,
- Manages a team of Supplier Quality Engineers who are supporting the region
- Oversees supplier quality and compliance audit programs including new supplier qualification process and onboarding.
- Manages supplier compliance activities including RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances), REACH (Restriction, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals), supplier diversity, sustainability, etc.
- Evaluates the existing supply base for improvement opportunities that align with supplier, regulatory, compliance, sustainability and other requirements
- Manages Supplier Risk Assessment Program (SRAP) to identify supply base risks. Executes supplier partner risk mitigation program to ensure compliance with both external and internal regulations and controls.
- Develop long term relationships with supplier to embark on a WIN/WIN quality journey between companies.
- Sets regional and country priorities to satisfy internal stakeholder requirements.
- Assists in the development and implementation of supplier quality policies, procedures and programs.
What You Bring:
While this list of qualifications may help an employee to succeed in this position, capable candidates may have a wide range of backgrounds or skills. If you have experience that aligns with the responsibilities of this role, we encourage you to apply.
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business or supply chain management
- MS or MBA degree desirable.
- More than 8 years of experience in supply and value chain management, quality, compliance and regulatory.
- At least 3 years of people management experience or experience leading project teams.
- ISO 13485 Lead Auditor Certification
- Experience in a medical devices, life science, clinical diagnostics and or Biotech products highly desirable.
- Experience with Supplier management, Supplier Qualification, Supplier Onboarding and Audit required.
- Working experience and knowledge of ERP, SAP preferred
- Familiar and possess working knowledge of quality systems standards for regulated businesses required. (FDA, and ISO 13485 preferred).
- Proficient in Microsoft suite of programs, Google Office applications, PLM software.
- Strong Documentation skills in procedure writing required.
- Experience in policy development preferred
- Good knowledge of quality tools; e. supplier assessments, First Article Inspections (FAI), Failure Modes Effects Analysis (FMEA), 8D Problem Solving, Root-Cause Analysis, Corrective Action, Mistake Proofing and Process Control.
- Clear and Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Ability to influence others to work together to drive towards company objectives. create and deliver presentations to technical and non-technical audiences.
Who We Are: For 70 years, Bio-Rad has focused on advancing the discovery process and transforming the fields of science and healthcare. As one of the top five life science companies, we are a global leader in developing, manufacturing, and marketing a broad range of high-quality research and clinical diagnostic products. We help people everywhere live longer, healthier lives. Recently voted a Best Place to Work, Bio-Rad offers a unique employee experience with collaborative teams that span the globe. Here, you are supported by leadership to build your career and are empowered to drive change that makes an impact you can see.
Benefits: Bio-Rad's biggest asset is our people, and this is the reason why our Total Rewards deliver programs that provide value, quality, and inclusivity while satisfying the diverse needs of our evolving workforce. Our offerings serve to enrich the overall health, wealth, and wellbeing of our employees and their families through the various stages of an employee’s work and life cycle. We’re proud to offer comprehensive medical plans and insurance, flexible benefits, wellness programs, extensive learning and development opportunities and more.
EEO Statement: Bio-Rad is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and we welcome candidates of all backgrounds. Veterans, people with disabilities, and people of all races, ethnicities, genders, ages, and orientations are encouraged to apply.
Agency Non-Solicitation: Bio-Rad does not accept agency resumes, unless the agency has been authorized by a Bio-Rad Recruiting Representative. Please do not submit resumes unless authorized to do so. Bio-Rad will not pay for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
