Quality Assurance Manager

Legrand has an exciting opportunity for a Supplier Quality Manager to join the Power & Thermal Management division in Reno, NV. Legrand Power & Thermal Management (PTM) is seeking an experienced Supplier Quality Manager focused on results to lead supplier quality initiatives across its North American supply base. This position is responsible for ensuring suppliers consistently meet Legrand PTM’s quality, reliability, delivery, and compliance requirements while supporting business growth and operational excellence. The Supplier Quality Manager will develop and maintain strong supplier partnerships, lead initiatives to improve supplier performance, lead supplier audits, manage corrective and preventive actions, and support new product introduction activities. This role serves as the primary quality liaison between Legrand PTM and external suppliers, ensuring that robust quality systems, effective problem-solving methodologies, and continuous improvement practices are implemented throughout the supply chain. The Supplier Quality Manager , like all members of the Legrand PTM team, is expected to promote a positive work environment; demonstrate initiative, professionalism, personal awareness, and integrity; and maintain confidentiality. Supplier Quality Management Develop and execute supplier quality strategies aligned with company objectives. Establish, implement, and maintain supplier quality requirements, expectations, and performance metrics. Evaluate, approve, and monitor supplier quality management systems. Support supplier compliance with Legrand PTM quality standards, customer requirements, regulatory standards, and applicable industry certifications. Supplier Performance Monitoring Monitor supplier quality performance through key metrics, including PPM, defect rates, corrective action responsiveness, delivery performance, and audit scores. Conduct regular supplier scorecard reviews and communicate performance expectations. Develop supplier improvement plans and monitor their effectiveness. Escalate chronic supplier quality issues and coordinate resolution strategies. Supplier Development Lead supplier development activities focused on quality improvement, process capability enhancement, and risk reduction. Partner with suppliers to implement Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives. Provide training and guidance on quality tools, methodologies, and customer requirements. Support strategic sourcing initiatives by evaluating supplier quality capabilities and risks. Corrective and Preventive Actions Lead supplier corrective action processes using structured problem-solving methodologies such as 8D, 5 Whys, and Fishbone Analysis. Verify root cause effectiveness and the implementation of corrective actions. Track corrective actions through closure and validate sustained improvements. Analyze recurring issues and identify systemic corrective actions. Supplier Auditing Plan, conduct, and report on supplier quality audits, process audits, and system audits. Assess supplier compliance with ISO 9001 and other applicable quality standards. Evaluate process controls, manufacturing capability, risk management, and quality system effectiveness. Maintain audit schedules and ensure timely follow-up on audit findings. New Product Introduction (NPI) Support supplier qualification activities for new products and product transfers. Participate in supplier selection and qualification processes. Review and approve supplier PPAP, FAI, control plans, PFMEA documentation, and process validation activities. Ensure that quality requirements are successfully integrated during product launches. Risk Management Identify supplier quality risks and implement proactive mitigation strategies. Support supply chain resiliency and business continuity planning. Assess supplier process changes and manage associated risks. Participate in cross-functional risk reviews and supplier business assessments. Cross-Functional Collabora…

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