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 IV | The Purchasing Generalist IV 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 IV may be responsible for checking and guiding the work of lower-level buyers. Tracks purchases, monitors vendor quality, and maintains a current database of vendor information. In addition, Purchasing Generalist IV typically requires a bachelor's degree or its equivalent. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Purchasing Generalist IV is a specialist on complex technical and business matters. Work is highly independent. May assume a team lead role for the work group. Working as a Purchasing Generalist IV typically requires 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 | 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. |
4 | Supply Chain and Logistics Analyst IV | The Supply Chain and Logistics Analyst IV identifies underperforming areas in the supply chain by analyzing costs, capacity, and demand patterns. Gathers and analyzes data to develop insights used for the optimization of the organization's supply chain operations. Being a Supply Chain and Logistics Analyst IV prepares reports or dashboards to provide reliable activity data to stakeholders. Continuously reviews the movement of materials and other supply chain processes to identify sources of problems and to develop suggestions for solutions. In addition, Supply Chain and Logistics Analyst IV monitors suppliers for contract compliance. May assist in the negotiation of contracts or service arrangements. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Being a Supply Chain and Logistics Analyst IV work is highly independent. May assume a team lead role for the work group. A specialist on complex technical and business matters. Working as a Supply Chain and Logistics Analyst IV typically requires 7+ years of related experience. |
5 | Lean Six Sigma Specialist IV | The Lean Six Sigma Specialist IV ensures adherence to internal guidelines, industry standards, and applicable regulations. Responsible for the development and implementation of total quality management programs. Being a Lean Six Sigma Specialist IV tracks and measures quality results. Creates data collection processes to produce metrics used in the auditing and analysis of processes. In addition, Lean Six Sigma Specialist IV assists in training other teams to guide continuous improvements. Develops new testing tools, measurement methods, and systems to ensure products and services meet quality standards. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically requires Six Sigma or Kaizen certification. Typically reports to a manager. Being a Lean Six Sigma Specialist IV work is highly independent. May assume a team lead role for the work group. A specialist on complex technical and business matters. Working as a Lean Six Sigma Specialist IV typically requires 7+ years of related experience. |
Skills | Proficiency Level |
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Industry Knowledge | Level 3 |
Business Process Improvement | Level 3 |
Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) | Level 3 |