Impel Talent ยท 2 days ago
Supplier Quality Development Manager
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
5+ years expImpel Talent is partnering with a leading organization in the space industry, dedicated to technological innovation and manufacturing excellence. They are seeking a Supplier Quality Development Manager to optimize supplier performance, manage relationships, and ensure quality standards for critical space missions.
Management Consulting
Hiring Manager
Nathaniel Chapman
Responsibilities
Assess supplier manufacturing processes, capacity, and schedules to identify risks and opportunities for improvement
Develop and implement pre-contract supplier development plans to enhance capacity and performance
Lead recovery efforts for underperforming suppliers, conducting thorough analyses and monitoring progress against established plans
Serve as the primary on-site representative, effectively observing, extracting key information, and communicating critical issues to internal teams
Facilitate clear and concise communication between suppliers and internal stakeholders, articulating needs and driving decisive actions
Apply advanced risk management and quality methodologies (e.g., capacity charts, surge, line of balance, 8D, 6 Sigma, Ishikawa, 5Y) to optimize supplier performance
Qualification
Required
A minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar supplier development, quality engineering, or program management role
Mandatory background in the space industry or highly rigorous, high-reliability manufacturing environments (e.g., aerospace, electronics)
Demonstrated ability to manage difficult suppliers, implement recovery plans, and assertively drive necessary changes
Strong character, excellent communication skills (both concise verbal and written), and the ability to make confident decisions while actively listening
Proficiency in risk management tools and methodologies, including capacity analysis, production monitoring, and non-conformance resolution
Willingness and ability to travel frequently (approximately three days per week) to supplier sites, requiring proximity to a major airport
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental insurance packages.
Performance-based bonus opportunities.
401k retirement plan with company match.
Primarily remote work arrangement with significant travel to supplier locations.
Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within a leading industry organization.
Company
Impel Talent
Impel consults with talented people and smart enterprises to drive long term gains in career progression, team leadership and business resilience.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase