Yolk Recruitment is exclusively partnered with a global manufacturing leader to recruit a Supplier Quality Engineer to join their successful and growing team.
Company Overview
This innovative business is at the forefront of engineered solutions for critical industries, providing high-quality products trusted around the world. They have a proud history of investment in their people, technology, and facilities, and are renowned for offering structured career development, ongoing training, and real opportunities for progression.
Role Overview
Following continued business growth and increasing demand, they are expanding their quality function with the addition of a Supplier Quality Engineer — a key role working at the heart of supplier development and performance improvement.
Responsibilities
1. Drive supplier development initiatives, conduct audits, and ensure a world-class supply chain supporting manufacturing excellence.
2. Lead supplier audits in line with ISO9001, ISO14001, and ISO45001 standards.
3. Support new supplier development aligned with strategic business goals.
4. Drive continuous improvement using Lean methodologies, supplier scorecards, and data analysis.
5. Manage supplier corrective actions, APQP, and PPAP activities.
6. Liaise with internal teams (Engineering, Procurement, Manufacturing) and external suppliers.
7. Track and analyze supplier performance, report metrics, and drive sustainable improvements.
8. Provide technical guidance and leadership to improve supplier processes and capabilities.
9. Support the introduction of new products and the enhancement of manufacturing and design processes.
10. Review and implement new procedures, ensuring alignment with operational excellence initiatives.
Qualifications and Experience
* Proven background in Quality within an engineering or manufacturing environment.
* Hands-on experience of supplier performance management or continuous improvement.
* Experience with quality tools and methodologies.
* Auditing experience - 9001, 14001, 45001.
* Knowledge of Lean principles is advantageous.
* Strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
Benefits
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays
* Annual company bonus
* Company pension contribution
* Free onsite parking
* Development opportunities with a globally respected employer
Application Note
If you feel you have the skills, experience, and passion to succeed as a Supplier Quality Engineer, apply now.
Please note: While we strive to contact all applicants, due to high application volumes, we cannot guarantee individual responses. If you do not hear from us within 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful. Keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.
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