Supplier Quality Manager

• Lead the development and implementation of Supplier Quality management systems and processes that include but are not limited to:
  • SCAR process and Vendor Scorecards
  • DPPM Reporting
  • Overseas Vendor Quality Management
  • Vendor selection and qualification and onboarding
  • Tier 2 & Tier 3 Vendor Evaluation
  • Vendor quality audits
  • Third-Party supplier quality management
  • Supplier Quality requirements for cost savings efforts
  • Intercompany quality processes? i.e. Versatex to Scranton, etc
• Work with Procurement/R&D/Quality/Suppliers [as appropriate] to establish and maintain documented quality requirements/specs for purchased finished goods and raw materials.
• Align incoming inspection requirements with suppliers. Resolve gaps to assure inspections processes do not create unnecessary waste and issues between suppliers and Quality department(s),
• Assure Supplier Quality Processes are harmonized between AZEK sites so Suppliers are not held to different standards based on shipping location.
• Lead effort to align color requirements for purchased components.
• Support new product launches to ensure suppliers are technology capable and meet all Health, Safety and Environmental requirements.
• Effectively lead and interact with cross-functional teams.
• Strong project management skills required.
• Must be able to travel internationally.

Position Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor’s degree (four-year college or technical school): Preferred, or ten years equivalent work experience

Experience: Five plus years in supplier quality management with overseas vendors

Experience working across multiple production facilities preferred.

Experience with plastic, steel and aluminum preferred.

Computer Skills: JDE, Minitab, MS Office, Quality Window V (or other database skills)

Certifications and Licenses: CQE, Six Sigma Certifications a plus

Other Requirements: Knowledge of Quality systems such as ISO, Six Sigma, TQ, PDSA