Sr. Supplier Quality Assurance Manager

Lead team through New Product Development based on coordination with management, project leaders, & divisional core team members. Identify, develop, and implement processes to improve department performance. Influences Sr. Management on potential improvements or enhancements to quality systems and processes for BSC and our suppliers. Serve as Supplier Quality representative in Divisional meetings. And engage with cross functional stakeholders to prioritize sustaining projects for each franchise. Responds resourcefully, flexibly, and positively when faced with new challenges, transitions, and demands Monitor day-to-day operations and provide direction and guidance to employees on their divisional or project goals. Ensure sustaining support of Quality System and Regulatory compliance Effective interact and communicate with internal and external customers or suppliers Contribute to the development and monitoring of area budgets through regular cost analysis and spending. Fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace enabling all participants to contribute to their full potential in support of organizational objectives. Attracts, develops, manages, and retains top talent. Ensures employees receive ongoing feedback, mentoring, training, and development opportunities. Aligns the vision, mission, and values in decision-making and actions. Bachelor's degree required in Engineering, Science, or related technical discipline Minimum 7 years of related and progressive work experience within the medical device industry Minimum 5 years of demonstrated success leading and developing high performing teams Strong stakeholder management skills Strong facilitation & communication skills with the ability to successfully interact at all levels of the organization with proven ability to lead individuals, complex projects, and solve difficult technical problems. Highly adaptable, willing to accept new ideas, and ability to create, influence, and implement global strategies and policies successfully Experience collaborating with global teams and suppliers, including both U.S.-based and international regions. Ability to travel 20% Advanced technical or business degree Background in Supplier Quality, Global Sourcing or Operations Experience working with contract manufacturers or OEM suppliers Proficient in MS Excel, Word, Project, PowerPoint, and ERP Systems Lead Auditor Certification (ISO 13485 or similar) ASQ certification (CQE, CBA, SSGB, SSBB) preferred Strong foundation in Material Controls and Quality Management Systems Skilled in collaborating with functions such as Quality Systems, Manufacturing Engineering, Sourcing, Regulatory, Research and Development, Design Assurance, and Project Management Proven ability to lead both onsite and virtual teams Experience recruiting & developing a high-performing talent