Head of Supplier Audits EDGE Group

A Head of Supplier Audits at EDGE Group will be responsible to lead the integration of UAS components, subsystems, and payloads, coordinating activities with design engineers, software developers, and manufacturing teams to ensure seamless integration and functionality. This is a senior level full time role. The salary for this role ranges from 20000 AED to 40000 AED, which may be slightly negotiatable during the interview.

Responsibilities of Head of Supplier

• Audit Strategy and Planning: Develop and execute a comprehensive audit strategy for evaluating and monitoring supplier performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify key audit areas and establish audit schedules.
• Conduct risk assessments to prioritize and plan supplier audits based on criticality.
• Supplier Evaluation and Selection: Lead the evaluation and selection of suppliers for audit based on predefined criteria.
• Collaborate with procurement and quality teams to assess supplier capabilities, compliance history, and quality management systems.
• Develop and maintain a supplier audit database for tracking and reporting purposes.
• Audit Execution and Compliance: Conduct supplier audits in accordance with established audit plans and protocols.
• Evaluate supplier processes, quality management systems, and adherence to regulatory requirements.
• Identify non-conformities, recommend corrective actions, and verify their implementation.
• Continuous Improvement: Implement a culture of continuous improvement within the supplier network through audit findings and feedback.
• Collaborate with suppliers to enhance processes, address systemic issues, and drive overall quality improvements.
• Provide training and guidance to suppliers on best practices and industry standards.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including quality assurance, procurement, and engineering teams, to integrate audit findings into supplier development programs.
• Work closely with suppliers to address corrective actions and foster a collaborative relationship.
• Reporting and Documentation: Generate comprehensive audit reports outlining findings, recommendations, and corrective actions.
• Maintain detailed documentation of audit processes, findings, and supplier performance.
• Provide regular reports to senior management on supplier audit outcomes and trends.

Eligibility Requirements for Head of Supplier Audits

• Bachelor’s degree in Quality Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in supplier audits, quality management, or related roles, preferably within the defense or aerospace industry

Skills Desired

• Proven track record of conducting supplier audits and implementing corrective action plans.
• In-depth knowledge of international quality standards, regulatory requirements, and best practices.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Strategic thinker with a forward-looking approach.
• Collaborative and able to build strong relationships internally and externally.
• Proactive problem solver with a results-oriented mindset.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

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