Supplier Quality Manager

Overview

As a Regional Supplier Quality Manager
, you will play a key leadership role overseeing supplier quality and compliance activities across the region. Your day involves collaborating with a team of Supplier Quality Engineers to drive performance at critical suppliers, ensuring raw materials and semi-finished goods meet quality and regulatory standards. You will act as the main point of contact for internal stakeholders on supplier-related quality issues, lead supplier qualification and onboarding efforts, and manage risk through programs like the Supplier Risk Assessment Program (SRAP).

Continuous improvement is central to the role, with activities including reviewing defect trends, overseeing audits, and executing mitigation plans to reduce supply chain risk. The role also demands cross-functional engagement, clear communication, and strategic thinking to support manufacturing and operational goals.

• Drive supplier performance and compliance by leading audits, managing supplier qualifications, and ensuring ongoing adherence to regulations to maintain a reliable and compliant supply base that meets quality expectations.
• Lead regional supplier risk mitigation by proactively executing the Supplier Risk Assessment Program (SRAP) to identify and address potential risks in the supply chain, safeguarding business continuity and product availability.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives by investigating supplier quality issues, analyzing defect trends, and implementing data‑driven solutions to reduce nonconformances and improve supplier capabilities.
• Act as a strategic partner to internal stakeholders by aligning quality priorities with procurement, manufacturing, and global quality teams, influencing regional decisions and supporting business goals.
• Develop and coach a regional SQE team by managing and mentoring a geographically dispersed group of Supplier Quality Engineers to ensure consistent execution of quality programs and foster professional development.

• Strong Educational Foundation
  : A bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or Supply Chain Management, with a preference for an advanced degree (MS).
• Extensive Experience In Quality And Supply Chain
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  Over 8 years of experience in supply/value chain management, quality, compliance, and regulatory environments—ideally within medical devices, life sciences, or biotech.
• Leadership and Team Management
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  Demonstrated ability to lead a team or project, with 0–3 years of people management experience and a proven record of executing quality initiatives with cross-functional teams.
• Regulatory and Quality Systems Expertise
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  Working knowledge of FDA and ISO 13485 standards, along with experience in supplier audits, onboarding, and compliance activities (e.g., RoHS, REACH).
• Top 5 Key Attributes
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  • Analytical & Detail‑Oriented:
    Skilled in identifying trends and driving root cause analysis to resolve quality issues.
  • Strong Communicator:
    Capable of influencing stakeholders across all levels and functions.
  • Results‑Driven:
    Proven ability to lead initiatives that improve quality, reduce cost, and mitigate risk.
  • Process‑Focused:
    Experienced in developing and improving quality procedures and documentation.
  • Globally Minded:
    Comfortable managing suppliers across regions and cultures, with ERP (SAP).

Total Rewards Package:
Bio-Rad offers a comprehensive program that provides value, quality, and inclusivity while supporting the diverse needs of our workforce. Benefits include medical plans for you and your family, HSA funds, fertility stipend, group life and disability, paid parental leave, 401k plus profit sharing, employee stock purchase program, mental health resources, learning and development opportunities, student debt relief, pet insurance, wellness programs, paid time off, and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs).

The estimated base salary range for this position is $137,600 to $189,200 at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be provided in writing at the time of offer and is based on factors including geographic location, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other job‑permitted…