Permobil · 3 days ago
Supplier Quality Manager
Lebanon, TN
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expPermobil is a global leader in advanced rehabilitation technology, seeking a Supplier Quality Manager to enhance their Supplier Quality Management capabilities. The SQM will ensure collaboration with qualified suppliers, oversee supplier quality processes, and drive continuous improvement in supplier performance to support the company’s ambition for global leadership.
Health CareInnovation ManagementManufacturing
Responsibilities
Help maintain and continuously improve a supplier quality system that is compliant with relevant regulatory requirements and ensures high-quality products for Permobil users
Take ownership of assigned supplier quality processes, including Approved Supplier List (ASL) maintenance, QMS compliance, audit planning, and supplier re-evaluations, to support robust quality management across the supply base
Plan, perform, and document supplier audits and qualification activities to assess new and existing suppliers’ capabilities, processes, and compliance with Permobil’s quality and business requirements
Conduct regular re-evaluations of suppliers to ensure ongoing alignment with production, quality, and regulatory needs
Lead supplier development initiatives and lead focused supplier improvement programs with select suppliers
Engage directly with suppliers to drive quality performance, implement corrective actions, and share best practices that elevate supplier capabilities and outcomes
Lead supplier industrialization activities to ensure suppliers are fully prepared for new product introductions and production ramp-up
Implement and oversee safe launch programs, including enhanced monitoring and containment actions, to verify that suppliers can consistently meet all design and quality requirements during critical launch phases and minimize the risk of early production issues
Lead and participate in new development projects and change management processes by executing the supplier quality portion of projects, including oversight and execution of the Production Part Approval Process (PPAP)
Ensure all supplier submissions meet design and quality requirements before production launch or implementation of changes
Manage Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCARs), working collaboratively with suppliers to investigate root causes, define and implement corrective actions, and verify their effectiveness
Provide escalation support to site Supplier Quality Engineers (SQEs) and Production Units, including claim handling and resolution of critical supplier quality issues to minimize production disruptions
Lead ongoing supplier performance monitoring and reporting, analyzing quality metrics and delivery reliability to identify trends, recurring issues, and opportunities for improvement
Drive continuous enhancement of supplier quality performance through data-driven actions
Ensure mutual understanding and effective communication between Permobil R&D and suppliers to align design requirements with supplier capabilities
Facilitate robust knowledge transfer and support seamless product and process handovers, enabling zero-defect launches and sustained supplier quality throughout the lifecycle of supplied components
Perform supplier audits and qualifications, as well as regular re-evaluations, to ensure suppliers consistently meet Permobil’s requirements and expectations
Help maintain and continuously improve a supplier quality system that is compliant with relevant regulatory requirements and ensures high quality products for Permobil users
Lead and document supplier development initiatives and focused supplier improvement programs with select suppliers, driving continuous improvement in supplier quality performance
Participate in new development projects and change management processes by executing the supplier quality portion of projects, including oversight and approval of Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) submissions
Initiate, manage, and close Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCARs), ensuring root causes are addressed and permanent corrective actions are implemented
Maintain and improve supplier quality processes, taking ownership of assignments such as Approved Supplier List (ASL) maintenance, QMS compliance, audit planning, and supplier re-evaluations
Perform ongoing supplier performance monitoring and reporting, analyzing quality metrics to identify trends, escalate issues, and drive corrective actions
Provide escalation support to site Supplier Quality Engineers (SQEs) and Production Units, including handling and resolution of supplier-related claims to minimize production disruptions
Collaborate closely with R&D, Sourcing, and Operations to align supplier capabilities with Permobil’s design, quality, and business requirements
Ensure mutual understanding and effective communication between Permobil R&D and suppliers, so that design requirements are clearly transferred and matched to supplier capabilities, supporting robust product launches and lifecycle management
Maintain compliance with all Supplier Quality procedures and relevant regulatory requirements, ensuring thorough documentation and adherence to Permobil’s quality standards
Qualification
Required
University Degree (or similar) in engineering, quality, or a related technical field; or Equivalent experience in related fields such as quality engineering, production engineering, supply chain, product development, or project management
Strong relationship management and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective partnerships internally and externally
Ability to maintain a global focus and holistic view, ensuring alignment with Permobil's international strategy and objectives
Fact-based decision-making and execution of activities, utilizing data and evidence to drive actions
Demonstrated problem-solving leadership, bringing solutions and options to problem statements
Power of initiative and a strong driving force to lead and implement improvements
Financial understanding related to cost factors such as price, lead time, quality, assembly time, and inventory management
Ability to perform well under pressure, with logical and analytical thinking skills
Persuasive and influential, with a high level of attention to detail in all aspects of work
Result-oriented, credible, and decisive, ensuring timely and effective outcomes
High quality focus on both products and processes, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement
Excellent independence and time management skills, effectively prioritizing and managing multiple responsibilities
Other qualifications or experiences
Preferred
Familiarity with ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 standards (for medical devices) is highly desirable
Preferably has been trained to audit: Regulatory requirement CFR 820 issued by Food and Drug Administration in USA
Regulatory requirement EU Regulation 2017/745 issued by the European Union
Preferable 5+ years of experience in supplier quality engineering, quality assurance, or related roles within manufacturing, medical device, automotive, or similar regulated industries
Company
Permobil
Permobil creates assistive solutions that enrich the lives of people living with disabilities.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2013-03-27Acquired
Leadership Team
Chuck Witkowski
Chief Executive Officer
Charlotta Nyberg
Group Chief Financial Officer
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