Supply Chain Quality Specialist
Location: Filton (minimum 60% onsite)
Contract: Contract until 31/12/2026 (extension possible)
Working Pattern: 35 hours per week | 4.5-day working pattern
Pay Rate:£40.00 per hour Umbrella / £29.89 per hour PAYE
Clearance: BPSS (completed by the Client)
IR35: Inside IR35
The Opportunity
Our client is seeking an experienced Supply Chain Quality Specialist to support their UK Systems & Equipment organisation, with a strong focus on quality, supplier development and industrial maturity. This is a highly autonomous role suited to someone confident working across a complex supply chain environment, influencing stakeholders and driving continuous improvement.
The role is quality-led rather than pure supply chain, with significant exposure to suppliers and operational delivery.
Key Responsibilities
APQP & New Product Introduction
Lead APQP deployment across New Product Introduction, Major Modifications and Transfers of Work
Ensure industrial maturity across end-to-end processes
Act as APQP lead for product changes across Structures, Systems and Fuel EquipmentSupplier Quality & Development
Coach and upskill the Supply Chain Quality Manager (SCQM) community
Support suppliers through continuous improvement and Supplier Business Improvement Plans
Act as focal point for supplier APQP self-assessments and improvement actionsQuality Tools & Methodologies
Drive standardisation of quality tools and ways of working
Facilitate and support robust problem-solving using PPS methodologies
(e.g. 8D, 9S, Ishikawa, 5 Whys)Operational Support
Support complex supplier quality issues impacting production and delivery
Contribute to corporate and industrial maturity assessments
Work closely with internal quality and programme teams
Essential Experience & Skills
Strong background in Supply Chain Quality, not pure supply chain
Proven APQP leadership experience
Experience supporting Transfers of Work and industrial implementation
Solid knowledge of quality tools, techniques and methodologies
Excellent communication and negotiation skills
Ability to work autonomously and proactively drive change
If you think this could be a new and exciting career opportunity for you and you would like to learn more or just for an initial, no-obligation conversation please contact me on (phone number removed) or you can apply directly by following the Easy Apply link and I will contact you as soon as I receive your contact details.
This vacancy is being advertised by Belcan