Evaluates vendor operations, products, and services for compliance with government and company quality standards.
Conducts audits and testing of products, materials, and processes to measure effectiveness and compliance with company expectations. Analyzes and monitors metrics and KPIs to suggest improvement initiatives. Works with vendors and identifies alternative vendors to mitigate risks and resolve problems. Assists with drafting and negotiating service-level agreements to ensure performance/quality metrics, responsibilities, expectations, and penalties are adequately defined. Prepares reports and updates on vendor status and quality.
Job Title | Job Description | |
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1 | Purchasing Generalist III | The Purchasing Generalist III qualifies vendors, evaluates bids, and negotiates prices and terms for purchased goods and services. Purchases materials, supplies and services at the most favorable terms for the organization. Being a Purchasing Generalist III typically requires a bachelor's degree or its equivalent. Tracks purchases, monitors vendor quality, and maintains a current database of vendor information. In addition, Purchasing Generalist III typically reports to an executive or a manager. Being a Purchasing Generalist III contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. Working as a Purchasing Generalist III typically requires 4 to 7 years of related experience. |
2 | VP of Lean Six Sigma Process | The VP of Lean Six Sigma Process develops total quality policies, standards, and programs designed to drive continuous improvement of organizational processes, products, and services. Oversees all aspects of an organization's total quality function. Being a VP of Lean Six Sigma Process directs cross functional teams and vendors in the implementation of quality programs. Creates and drives strategic initiatives. In addition, VP of Lean Six Sigma Process ensures internal guidelines and programs are in compliance with regulations and align with industry standards and best practices. Typically requires a master's degree. Requires Six Sigma or Kaizen certification. Typically reports to top management. The VP of Lean Six Sigma Process manages a departmental function within a broader corporate function. Develops major goals to support broad functional objectives. Approves policies developed within various sub-functions and departments. Working as a VP of Lean Six Sigma Process typically requires 8+ years of managerial experience. Comprehensive knowledge of the overall departmental function. |
3 | Senior Benefits Analyst | The Senior Benefits Analyst analyzes current benefits trends to estimate impact on organization and tracks applicable benefits legislation. Researches, analyzes, evaluates, and administers corporate benefit plans and programs to meet the organization's strategy. Being a Senior Benefits Analyst may lead and direct the work of lower level benefits analysts. Provides reports to management regarding employee benefits data findings. In addition, Senior Benefits Analyst may provide recommendations of benefit programs to management. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a Manager. Being a Senior Benefits Analyst contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. Working as a Senior Benefits Analyst typically requires 4 to 7 years of related experience. |
4 | Data Entry Support III | The Data Entry Support III compares output to control totals and makes corrections to codes and batches as necessary. Reviews, codes, and inputs source data from storage media into a computer processing system. Being a Data Entry Support III requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. Prepares and distributes output reports as instructed. In addition, Data Entry Support III typically reports to a supervisor. Being a Data Entry Support III has gained proficiency in multiple competencies relevant to the job. Works independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function. Working as a Data Entry Support III typically requires 3-5 years of related experience. |
5 | QC Manager | The QC Manager proposes corrective actions to improve compliance with quality specifications. Manages the inspection and testing of materials, parts, and products to ensure adherence to established quality standards. Being a QC Manager requires a bachelor's degree. Recommends new or improved quality control methods, procedures, and/or standards. In addition, QC Manager typically reports to a head of a unit/department. The QC Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. Extensive knowledge of department processes. Working as a QC Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 to 3 years supervisory experience may be required. |
Skills | Proficiency Level |
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Industry Knowledge | Level 3 |
Business Process Improvement | Level 2 |
Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) | Level 2 |