Senior Supplier Quality Specialist

• Support the Supplier selection strategy for current and New Product Introduction
• Support 3rd party audits as required
• Maintain the Approved Supplier Listing, scope of Supply, frequency of review etc
• Drive Improvements to the Supplier Quality metrics with rigorous improvement to Root Cause identification and robust corrective Action closure.
• Improve Supplier Quality Metrics ensuring non-conformances are subject to disposition in a timely manner.
• Promote / Support Continuous improvement / lean practices with the Supply Chain
• Develop and maintain the Supplier monitoring process through using analytical techniques including enhancing the Supplier scorecard and other business KPI’s deemed appropriate.
• Responsible for the Company’s Supplier Audit management plan in accordance with the business requirements
• Ensure all Supplier Quality System documentation is maintained and in accordance with the Supplier Quality Manual

Candidates would need to have lived & worked in the UK for 5+ years and be eligible for BPSS security clearance.

Our client, an established aerospace manufacturing firm in Sunbury-on-Thames, require an experienced Senior Supplier Quality Specialist to join their multi-disciplined team.

• Significant Microsoft office skills, including creation of Excel spreadsheets
• Able to write comprehensive reports
• Competent in conducting audits on Supplier Sites
• A proven track record and extensive experience working in a Supplier Quality role within a dynamic manufacturing environment
• Understanding of regulatory requirements appertaining the supply of product for the Aerospace and Defence industries
• Excellent stakeholder management & customer / supplier facing skills
• Good presentation and communication skills to groups of around 10 people and to senior management
• Expertise to carry out robust problem solving using 8D Root Cause, Corrective action with Suppliers
• Familiar with the AS 9100 and FAA standards/regulations
• Good command of the English language and very articulate

Salary: Competitive depending on experience