Manager Supplier Quality Jobs in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada
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Quality Control Manager
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About the role
Our client is a global Tier 1 automotive organization recognized for its operational excellence and commitment to quality. As part of its continued growth, the company is seeking an experienced Supplier Quality leader to oversee global supplier quality strategy, strengthen supplier capabilities, and ensure flawless product launches across multiple manufacturing operations.
Client Details
Our client is a global Tier 1 automotive organization recognized for its operational excellence and commitment to quality. As part of its continued growth, the company is seeking an experienced Supplier Quality leader to oversee global supplier quality strategy, strengthen supplier capabilities, and ensure flawless product launches across multiple manufacturing operations.
Description
Working closely with Procurement, Engineering, Operations, Program Management, and Manufacturing teams, this position will play a critical role in driving supplier performance, reducing operational risk, and supporting continuous improvement throughout the global supply chain. Develop and execute the global supplier quality strategy, ensuring compliance with automotive quality standards, customer requirements, and internal operational objectives across an international supplier base. Lead supplier qualification, capability assessments, manufacturing readiness reviews, and supplier audits to ensure consistent quality performance and successful product launches. Drive supplier development initiatives by identifying performance gaps, implementing improvement plans, and strengthening long-term supplier capabilities through structured engagement and coaching. Partner with Procurement, Engineering, Operations, and Program Management to support sourcing decisions, technical reviews, new product introductions, engineering changes, and supplier selection activities. Establish and monitor supplier performance metrics, quality dashboards, and executive reporting while leading root cause investigations, corrective actions, and supplier recovery plans for critical quality issues. Ensure supplier compliance with automotive quality systems, regulatory requirements, and customer-specific standards, while promoting continuous improvement and process optimization across the supplier network. Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing Supplier Quality team (currently 4 people reporting) by fostering a culture of accountability, proactive risk management, operational excellence, and data-driven decision making.
Profile
Bachelor's degree in mechanical, engineering, or a related Engineering discipline. 6+ years of progressive experience in Supplier Quality, Supplier Development, or Quality Engineering within an automotive or advanced manufacturing environment, including first leadership responsibilities. Strong expertise in automotive quality systems and core tools, including IATF 16949, APQP, PPAP, AIAG standards, SPC, CQI, PFMEA, Control Plans, and structured problem-solving methodologies. Demonstrated experience conducting supplier audits, supplier development initiatives, manufacturing readiness assessments, and managing quality performance across a global supplier network. Proven leadership skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams, build strong supplier partnerships, and communicate effectively with stakeholders at all organizational levels. Analytical and results-oriented professional with experience using quality metrics, statistical analysis, continuous improvement methodologies, and modern digital tools to drive operational performance. Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as business needs require.
Job Offer
Permanent position based in Mississauga, Ontario, operating in a hybrid work model (4 days onsite, 1 day remote). Competitive base salary ranging from $100,000 to $130,000, depending on experience and qualifications. RRSP matching program with contributions of up to 5%. Annual performance-based bonus opportunity of up to 12%. Strong potential for career development within a company that is currently transforming its Procurement organization, offering numerous opportunities for internal promotion.
Desired Skills and Experience
Bachelor's degree in mechanical, engineering, or a related Engineering discipline. 6+ years of progressive experience in Supplier Quality, Supplier Development, or Quality Engineering within an automotive or advanced manufacturing environment, including first leadership responsibilities. Strong expertise in automotive quality systems and core tools, including IATF 16949, APQP, PPAP, AIAG standards, SPC, CQI, PFMEA, Control Plans, and structured problem-solving methodologies. Demonstrated experience conducting supplier audits, supplier development initiatives, manufacturing readiness assessments, and managing quality performance across a global supplier network. Proven leadership skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams, build strong supplier partnerships, and communicate effectively with stakeholders at all organizational levels. Analytical and results-oriented professional with experience using quality metrics, statistical analysis, continuous improvement methodologies, and modern digital tools to drive operational performance. Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as business needs require.
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