Vendor Quality Manager
Quick Summary
Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of the vendor quality program by identifying opportunities and supporting risk-based enhancements to oversight processes and infrastructure.
Bachelor's degree in a scientific or allied health field, or a comparable discipline. Typically 6 years of relevant professional experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
The Vendor Quality Manager will play a key role in assessing and managing third-party risks across one or more GxP areas within a regulated environment. You will translate vendor risk assessments into actionable insights, recommendations, and oversight strategies that support quality and compliance objectives. Working across teams, you will help strengthen vendor quality processes, tools, and systems to ensure appropriate oversight tailored to different vendor types and risk profiles. You will monitor performance indicators, identify emerging trends, and drive improvements that enhance risk management practices. The role also involves advising stakeholders on vendor-related quality risks and their potential business impact. This is an opportunity to contribute to a collaborative quality function while supporting regulatory readiness and continuous improvement.
In this role, you will strengthen the vendor quality management program by identifying risks, improving oversight practices, and supporting effective quality governance. Your responsibilities will include:
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Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of the vendor quality program by identifying opportunities and supporting risk-based enhancements to oversight processes and infrastructure.
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Monitor vendor performance metrics and dashboards to identify emerging trends across assigned GxP areas.
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Assess vendor-related risks and ensure appropriate management, mitigation, and oversight.
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Support the development of processes and procedures for reporting, managing, and reducing vendor risks to acceptable levels.
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Lead or participate in process and system improvement initiatives, providing subject matter expertise in vendor quality management.
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Provide onsite support during front-room and back-room inspections when assigned.
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Share insights on vendor risks and their potential impact in quality and business forums.
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Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to promote effective risk management and consistent quality practices.
Requirements
~1 min readThe ideal candidate combines regulatory knowledge, third-party risk assessment expertise, and strong analytical and communication skills. The following qualifications are expected:
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Bachelor's degree in a scientific or allied health field, or a comparable discipline.
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Typically 6 years of relevant professional experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
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Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements in one or more GxP areas.
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Demonstrated experience working with vendor key performance indicators and quality metrics.
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Expertise in assessing and managing risks associated with third parties and suppliers.
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Strong analytical and mathematical skills, particularly when interpreting data and conducting risk assessments.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex or challenging information clearly.
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Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build alignment among diverse stakeholders.
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Proven ability to work collaboratively in a matrixed environment.
What We Offer
~1 min readLocation & Eligibility
About this job
- Pay per year
- ≈ $156,000–$166,400 a year
- 54% above the $105,000 median for Quality Manager jobs on Jobera (353 salaries).
- Who can apply
- United States
- Posted
- Today
Listing Details
- Posted
- October 30, 2026
- First seen
- October 30, 2026
- Last seen
- October 30, 2026
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- 0
- Trust Level
- 80%
- Scored at
- October 30, 2026
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