Supplier Quality Coach – Glass & Hardware

Cornerstone Building Brands is a leading manufacturer of exterior building products for residential and low-rise non-residential buildings in North America. Headquartered in Cary, N.C., we serve residential and commercial customers across the new construction and Repair & Remodel (R&R) markets. Our market-leading portfolio of products spans vinyl windows, vinyl siding, stone veneer, metal roofing, metal wall systems and metal accessories. Cornerstone Building Brands’ broad, multi-channel distribution platform and expansive national footprint includes more than 18,800 team members at manufacturing, distribution and office locations throughout North America.

Corporate stewardship and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) responsibility are embedded in our culture. We are committed to contributing positively to the communities where we live, work and play. For more information, visit us at

Cornerstone Building Brands is seeking a Supplier Quality Manager to drive quality improvement with suppliers, lead coaching initiatives, and ensure compliance with company standards. This role requires a proactive approach to mentoring suppliers, implementing best practices, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead supplier coaching programs to enhance quality processes, defect prevention, and performance optimization.

Develop and implementtraining forsuppliers on quality control methodologies, 8D problem-solving, and root cause analysis.

Provide hands-on coaching to suppliers on material and component specifications, ensuring adherence to requirements.

Act as a mentor and consultant, guiding suppliers through process improvements and compliance initiatives.

Work with suppliers toestablishcorrective and preventive action plans, ensuring sustainable quality improvements.

Conduct supplier audits and follow-up coaching to ensure long-term success in meeting company standards.

Implement supplier development roadmaps, tracking progress toward zero defects and quality excellence.

Collaborate with Strategic Sourcing to identify, approve, and onboard new suppliers with strong quality capabilities.

Support supplier innovation and improvement projects that drive cost efficiency and process optimization.

Assist with new product launches and material/component qualifications, ensuring supplier readiness.

Promote a culture of continuous improvement, holding suppliers accountable for quality performance and growth.

PRODUCT CATEGORY EXPERIENCE

• Strong understanding of window hardware components, including hinges, locks, handles, and sealing systems.
• Experience in glass manufacturing, including tempering, coating, insulating, and structural glazing applications.
• Familiarity with quality standards for glass thickness, coatings, durability, and optical clarity.
• Expertise in thermal performance and energy efficiency in window glass and hardware integration.
• Ability to assess and improve supplier quality in window components, ensuring material consistency and defect reduction.
• Knowledge of AAMA and NFRC regulations and compliance with residential glass applications.
• The product category is subject to change, requiring adaptability in managing supplier quality across various materials and manufacturing processes

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Industrial Discipline, ora related field.

3+ years of experience in supplier quality or manufacturing quality roles.

Strongexpertisein training, coaching, and mentoring suppliers.

Ability to analyze supplier data and lead performance improvement strategies.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, withanability to influence and educate suppliers.

Minimum 25% up to 50% domestictravelisrequired.

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, quality systems, and supplier management tools.

Why work for Cornerstone Building Brands?

Verbiage to use under additional information in job description- The US base salary range for this full-time position is $120,000-$135,000+ bonus+ medical, dental, vision benefits starting day 1 + 401k and PTO. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location.…