Supplier Quality Engineer

Location: Burton on Trent
Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £36k-£42k per annum

About the Role

Are you passionate about quality, continuous improvement, and building strong supplier partnerships? My prestigious client is looking for a Supplier Quality Engineer to ensure the global supply chain delivers products that meet their high standards and specifications. You'll play a pivotal role in supplier development, qualification, and audit processes—supporting both their technical teams and strategic procurement efforts.

What You'll Do

* Conduct supplier audits, qualifications, and evaluations in collaboration with global and local teams.

* Develop and maintain annual audit plans and ensure follow-ups are completed.

* Lead continuous improvement efforts by monitoring supplier KPIs and managing NCRs.

* Create and enhance global procedures for supplier qualification and quality management.

* Provide technical support to suppliers and internal stakeholders across procurement, design, and operations.

* There will be some travelling in the UK, Europe and overseas depending upon where the suppliers are located.

About you!

* Education: Degree in Engineering or a related technical field.

* Experience: Prior experience in supplier quality—ideally within the Manufacturing/Engineering sector.

* Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office

* Certification: Qualified Auditor (internal or external).

* Personality: Detail-oriented, collaborative, and proactive problem-solver.

Who You'll Work With

You'll collaborate with procurement, engineering, quality departments, and a global network of suppliers—helping drive excellence in every product they deliver