In execution and tracking of supplier audits, including audit scheduling, audit response coordination, effectiveness follow-up, and supplier remediation activitiesResponsible for identifying and prioritizing supplier audits including requirements for and performance of supplier audits; and issuance of reports and coordination of responsesCollaborates cross-functionally with Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Warehouse, QC, Process Engineering, and Project Management to support compliant and reliable material supplyResponsible for establishing, maintaining, and evaluation of compliance to Quality Agreements with Material Suppliers and Service ProvidersResponsible for partnering with customers across site, key stakeholders, and management, to communicate/escalate and ensure timely and adequate management of quality risksMonitors supplier quality metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for continuous improvement and site QMRsProvides oversight and support for supplier-related investigations, supplier corrective actions (SCARs), material review board (MRB) activities, deviations, complaints, and discrepancy investigationsSupports supplier change management activities, including assessment of supplier-initiated changes and evaluation of potential quality, regulatory, and operational impactsSupports inspection and audit readiness activities related to supplier quality systems, supplier oversight, and material qualification processesAssists with development, implementation, and continuous improvement of supplier quality procedures, processes, templates, and training materialsEscalates significant supplier quality risks, compliance concerns, or supply continuity issues to Quality Management, as appropriatePartners with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to support effective communication, issue resolution, and continuous improvement initiativesSupports maintenance of supplier quality records, quality systems, and electronic documentation systems in accordance with applicable procedures and data integrity expectationsParticipates in departmental initiatives, quality improvement activities, and site compliance programs to support overall business and quality objectivesLEADERSHIP & BUDGET RESPONSIBILITIESManages daily activities of Supplier Quality personnel including assignment coordination, workload balancing, prioritization, and escalation management to support departmental and site objectives. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESSupervises daily Supplier Quality Management (SQM) operations including workload coordination, prioritization, escalation management, and execution of supplier quality activitiesProvides direct leadership, coaching, mentoring, and development to Supplier Quality personnel, including support of onboarding, training, and qualification activitiesOversees supplier qualification, requalification, and supplier lifecycle management activities in accordance with site procedures, regulatory expectations, and risk-based principlesSupports management and maintenance of the Approved Supplier List (ASL), including supplier approval status, periodic reviews, and supplier performance monitoring activitiesPerforms and/or approves supplier qualification assessments utilizing supplier questionnaires, quality agreements, audits, technical documentation, risk assessments, and supplier performance dataSupports the establishment and adherence to the supplier audit schedule.