Supplier quality manager
Job in
Leeds, West Yorkshire, ME17, England, UK
Listed on 2026-06-02
Listing for:
Opus Recruitment Solutions
Full Time, Part Time
position Listed on 2026-06-02
Job specializations:
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Quality Assurance - QA/QC
QA Specialist / Manager, Regulatory Compliance Specialist, Data Analyst
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Supplier Quality Manager
Location:
Bristol (Hybrid – minimum 1 day/week onsite)
Travel: ~25% (UK & occasional international)
Clearance:
Must hold an ACTIVE SC clearance
Overview
An exciting opportunity for an experienced Supplier Quality Manager to lead quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives across a complex logistics and supply chain program.
The role will focus on ensuring quality compliance across procurement, storage, and distribution processes while driving supplier performance and audit activities.
Key Responsibilities
Develop, implement, and maintain quality assurance frameworks across the supply chain
Conduct internal, external, and supplier audits in line with ISO
9001 / AQAP standards
Act as the main point of contact for supplier quality issues and escalations
Drive continuous improvement initiatives and enhance quality processes
Ensure compliance with quality management systems and operational procedures
Produce audit reports with actionable insights for performance improvement
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to monitor and improve programme performance
Support audit readiness by coordinating documentation and compliance evidence
Deliver quality training and awareness across the business
Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders and suppliers
Key Requirements
Certified ISO
9001 Lead Auditor
Proven experience in quality assurance within logistics, procurement, or supply chain environments
Strong understanding of audit processes and compliance frameworks
Experience managing supplier quality and performance
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
Willingness to travel within the UK and occasionally overseas
Desirable Skills
Experience with defence or regulated environments
Knowledge of AQAP, defence standards, or similar frameworks
Familiarity with tools such as Power BI, SharePoint, Jira, and MS Office
Experience with procurement/sourcing platforms
Additional Requirements
Active UK SC clearance
UK citizenship required
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