Develop and maintain approved supplier lists (ASL).
Supplier Audits & Compliance
Plan, perform, and lead supplier audits to assess compliance with ISO 13485, GMP, FDA QSR, and company quality requirements.
Support regulatory inspections and external audits involving supplier-related processes.
Track audit findings and ensure timely closure of corrective actions.
Supplier Corrective Actions
Lead Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCAR) investigations and resolution activities.
Conduct root cause analysis using quality tools such as 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagram, and Fault Tree Analysis.
Verify effectiveness of implemented corrective and preventive actions.
Incoming Quality & Non-Conformance Management
Manage supplier-related non-conformances and material quality issues.
Review and disposition incoming inspection failures and supplier complaints.
Implement containment actions and coordinate supplier investigations.
Drive reduction of supplier defects and improve incoming quality performance.
New Product Introduction (NPI) Support
Partner with R&D, Manufacturing, Purchasing, and Regulatory Affairs teams to support supplier selection for new products.
Review supplier process validation documentation and manufacturing capabilities.
Ensure supplier readiness for new product launches and engineering changes.
Risk Management
Participate in supplier risk management activities in accordance with ISO 14971.
Support PFMEA, DFMEA, process risk assessments, and supplier risk mitigation plans.
Evaluate critical component suppliers and establish appropriate monitoring controls.
Validation & Change Control
Review supplier validation documentation, including IQ/OQ/PQ and process validation reports.
Assess supplier change notifications and ensure compliance with change control requirements.
Support qualification and requalification of supplier manufacturing processes.
Continuous Improvement
Drive supplier quality improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
Analyze supplier quality trends and develop improvement plans.
Collaborate with suppliers to reduce defects, improve process capability, and enhance product quality.
Documentation & Compliance
Maintain supplier quality records in accordance with QMS requirements.
Ensure supplier documentation complies with ISO 13485, FDA requirements, GMP, and internal procedures.
Support document control activities related to supplier quality and compliance.
QMS – Additional responsibility
Support and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS) in compliance with ISO 13485 and regulatory requirements.
Lead and support CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Actions) investigations, root cause analysis, and effectiveness checks.
Perform Internal Audits, Supplier Audits, and support external regulatory audits (FDA, notified bodies).
Review and approve design documentation, including DHF (Design History File), DMR (Device Master Record), and DHR (Device History Record).
Participate in risk management activities (ISO 14971), including hazard analysis, FMEA, and risk control implementation.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (R&D, Manufacturing, Regulatory Affairs) for new product development and process validation.
Ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and quality standards.
Handle non-conformance reports (NCR) and lead investigations for product or process deviations.
Support validation activities (IQ/OQ/PQ, software validation, process validation).
Drive supplier quality management, including qualification, monitoring, and performance evaluation.
Analyze quality data and implement continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Six Sigma).
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality Engineering, Life Sciences, or related discipline.
3-8 years of experience in Supplier Quality Engineering, Quality Engineering, or Supplier Development within Medical Devices, Healthcare Products, Electronics Manufacturing, or Pharmaceutical industries.
Strong knowledge of
ISO 13485
FDA 21 CFR Part 820
ISO 14971
GMP
Supplier Quality Management Systems
Experience conducting supplier audits and managing supplier corrective actions.
Strong root cause investigation and problem-solving skills.
Experience with incoming quality control, supplier qualification, and supplier performance monitoring.
Knowledge of quality tools and methodologies
SPC
CAPA
8D
5 Why Analysis
Fishbone Analysis
FMEA
Six Sigma
Preferred Qualifications
ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE).
Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
Experience with Class II/III Medical Devices.
Experience with sterile products and regulated manufacturing environments.
Knowledge of supplier validation and process qualification requirements.
Experience with electronic QMS systems (eQMS).
Experience in
Supplier Development
Contract Manufacturing Organizations (CMO)
SMT (PCBA Manufacturing)
High Level Assembly (HLA) Manufacturing
Mechanical Components and Electromechanical Assemblies
Familiarity with regulatory submissions such as CE Marking and FDA 510(k).
Key Competencies
Supplier Quality Management
Supplier Development and Relationship Management
Audit and Compliance Expertise
Risk Assessment and Mitigation
Strong Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills
Effective Communication and Negotiation Skills
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Continuous Improvement Mindset
Attention to Detail and Regulatory Compliance Focus
Work Environment
Office and manufacturing floor interaction.
Domestic and international travel for supplier audits, supplier development activities, and qualification visits.
Participation in regulatory inspections and quality system audits.
Example KPIs
Supplier PPM (Parts Per Million Defects)
Supplier Audit Compliance Score
SCAR Closure Cycle Time
Incoming Quality Acceptance Rate
Supplier On-Time Corrective Action Closure
Supplier Quality Improvement Metrics
Cost of Poor Supplier Quality (COPQ)
Reduction in Supplier-Related Non-Conformances
Supplier Risk Reduction Effectiveness
Approved Supplier Performance Rating
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