Purpose Statement: The Sr Director of Supplier Quality directs the Supplier Quality function enterprise-wide, to ensure processes are consistent with the strategy and vision for Supplier Quality management. Directs the management of appropriate supplier quality performance measurement systems, inclusive of; toolsets, key metrics, and business processes. Responsible for initiatives to minimize the cost of poor supplier quality. Directs extended global/regional/site level Supplier Quality team to ensure appropriate resource allocation and governance.

Key Job Accountabilities

• Direct the Supplier Quality Function owning the Supplier Quality Strategy and employing it in such a way to add value to the Supply Chain while maintaining compliance to the Plexus Quality Management System (QMS).
• Takes ownership of portions of the QMS leading a team responsible for supplier quality processes and tools spanning multiple highly regulated industries using a risk based approach. In addition owns receiving inspection processes and the software system managing supplier quality processes, receiving inspection and non-conforming material management supporting all Plexus sites. Ownership includes developing and applying key process indicators and metrics to measure compliance and drive operational rigor throughout the Supplier Quality Function.
• Directs the Plexus Counterfeit Controls and Mitigation Program including the Policy, Processes and templates used to maximize authentic material, detect suspect material entering the supply chain and maintaining strict adherence to industry standards.
• Responsible to exemplify and hold their team accountable to demonstrating the Plexus Core Values. Leader will focus on evaluating potential, driving succession planning, and ensuring their employees receive the development and coaching required to realize their full potential.

Education/Experience Qualifications

• Master’s degree and 10-14 years of experience in the related field. Previous management experience may have been in a Director role.
• A combination of education, experience, and time in field will be taken into consideration, and internal candidates may have distinct requirements tailored to their demonstrated skills and contributions within the organization.

Other Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to effectively interact, influence and build consensus with internal and external senior-level decision makers.
• Must have strong presentation skills and the ability to represent the organization in a professional manner.
• Advanced decision making and problem solving skills with the ability to think conceptually, develop strategy and deliver results.
• Employee must be an independent self-starter with the ability to work with people at all levels of the organization, especially executive management.
• Must have good organizational skills; ability to manage multiple tasks in fast-paced environment and the ability to work with cross-organizational teams.

Physical Requirements

• Professional office environment with suitable lighting, comfortable temperatures, and low noise level. May require prolonged periods of sitting at a desk, using a computer, and other office equipment. Minimal physical activity is generally involved, emphasizing the importance of good posture and ergonomic workplace arrangements.

Travel Requirements

• Less than 40%

This document does not represent a contract of employment and is not intended to capture every possible assignment the incumbent could be asked to perform.