Supplier Quality Management Supervisor

Corden Pharma Colorado• Boulder, CO, US, CO

1d•$115,000 - $135,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Supervisor, Supplier Quality Management is responsible for the daily oversight and execution of the Supplier Quality Management (SQM) Program to ensure suppliers, materials, and service providers meet applicable quality and regulatory requirements. This role provides direct leadership to Supplier Quality personnel and supports supplier qualification, supplier performance monitoring, material review activities, supplier investigations, and risk-based supplier lifecycle management. The Supervisor partners cross-functionally with Quality Assurance, Supply Chain (Procurement, Planning, and Warehousing), Manufacturing, and external suppliers to support reliable material supply, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives across the site. This position is responsible for driving operational execution of supplier quality activities, monitoring key performance indicators, supporting supplier remediation initiatives, and ensuring adherence to internal procedures and global quality standards.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree (BS) with 6 years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience, including experience in a Manufacturing Environment.
Previous experience leading teams or coordinating supplier quality activities.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Relevant experience in pharmaceutical/biopharmaceutical/chemical/ manufacturing processes and related Quality Assurance, Quality Auditing and Supplier Management
Strong working knowledge of cGMP, GLP, good clinical practices, FDA Guidelines and Points to Consider documents, and standards routinely used in the industry (ANSI, ISO, Federal Standards)
Strong analytical, organizational and scheduling skills, and creative problem-solving skills
Ability to prioritize multiple competing operational activities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Strong investigation, risk assessment, and problem-solving skills
High level of interpersonal skills with strong negotiation skills and contract development experience
Ability to communicate effectively across operational, technical, and leadership levels
Experience working within cross-functional quality systems and supplier oversight programs
Proficient in computer systems such as word processing, spreadsheets, and ERP software packages (SAP)
Strong written and verbal communication, and presentation skills
High degree of business ethics

Nice To Haves

Experience with external Quality Auditing is preferred.
Should have a background working with SAP (or similar ERP System), TrackWise, MasterControl, and Microsoft Office Suite.
ASQ Certified Quality Auditor (CQA), Certified Pharmaceutical GMP Professional (CPGP), Certified Supplier Quality Professional (CSQP), or equivalent quality-related certification(s) are preferred, but not required.
Professional certifications related to Quality Assurance, Supplier Quality Management, auditing, or pharmaceutical compliance are considered beneficial for this position.

Responsibilities

Supervises daily Supplier Quality Management (SQM) operations including workload coordination, prioritization, escalation management, and execution of supplier quality activities
Provides direct leadership, coaching, mentoring, and development to Supplier Quality personnel, including support of onboarding, training, and qualification activities
Oversees supplier qualification, requalification, and supplier lifecycle management activities in accordance with site procedures, regulatory expectations, and risk-based principles
Supports management and maintenance of the Approved Supplier List (ASL), including supplier approval status, periodic reviews, and supplier performance monitoring activities
Performs and/or approves supplier qualification assessments utilizing supplier questionnaires, quality agreements, audits, technical documentation, risk assessments, and supplier performance data
Supports the establishment and adherence to the supplier audit schedule. In execution and tracking of supplier audits, including audit scheduling, audit response coordination, effectiveness follow-up, and supplier remediation activities
Responsible for identifying and prioritizing supplier audits including requirements for and performance of supplier audits; and issuance of reports and coordination of responses
Collaborates cross-functionally with Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Warehouse, QC, Process Engineering, and Project Management to support compliant and reliable material supply
Responsible for establishing, maintaining, and evaluation of compliance to Quality Agreements with Material Suppliers and Service Providers
Responsible for partnering with customers across site, key stakeholders, and management, to communicate/escalate and ensure timely and adequate management of quality risks
Monitors supplier quality metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for continuous improvement and site QMRs
Provides oversight and support for supplier-related investigations, supplier corrective actions (SCARs), material review board (MRB) activities, deviations, complaints, and discrepancy investigations
Supports supplier change management activities, including assessment of supplier-initiated changes and evaluation of potential quality, regulatory, and operational impacts
Supports inspection and audit readiness activities related to supplier quality systems, supplier oversight, and material qualification processes
Assists with development, implementation, and continuous improvement of supplier quality procedures, processes, templates, and training materials
Escalates significant supplier quality risks, compliance concerns, or supply continuity issues to Quality Management, as appropriate
Partners with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to support effective communication, issue resolution, and continuous improvement initiatives
Supports maintenance of supplier quality records, quality systems, and electronic documentation systems in accordance with applicable procedures and data integrity expectations
Participates in departmental initiatives, quality improvement activities, and site compliance programs to support overall business and quality objectives

Benefits

401(k) matching - Corden Pharma will contribute 100% of the first 6% - 100% vested after 2 years of service
Accident Plan
Critical Illness Insurance
Dental Insurance
Disability Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Account
Health Insurance PPO/HSA
Hospital Indemnity Plan
ID Theft Protection
Life Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Tuition Reimbursement
Wellness Program
Vacation – Three Weeks 1st Year
Vision Insurance