Responsibilities

Do you have what it takes to shape a better tomorrow?We’re Parker, a multinational company. We move things, people and ideas forward. Working with us means belonging to a passionate, dynamic and innovative team, empowered to make a difference. We’re looking for team players to provide our customers with high-quality products, systems and services across a wide range of industries. By joining our team, you’ll have the chance to develop yourself and explore different opportunities within the Company.

Role Summary

As Supplier Quality Manager (SQM) you will be responsible for managing and improving the quality performance of suppliers within the aerospace manufacturing supply chain. You’ll role ensure that all supplied materials, components, and services meet the stringent quality standards required by the aerospace industry and comply with relevant regulations and customer requirements. In this role you’ll collaborate closely with suppliers, internal teams, and customers to drive continuous improvement, mitigate risks, and support successful product delivery.

Your day-to-day / What we are expecting from you / Your responsibilities 

• Supplier Quality Assurance: Develop, implement, and maintain supplier quality management processes to ensure compliance with aerospace standards (e.g., AS9100, NADCAP) and customer specifications
• Supplier Evaluation and Selection: Conduct supplier audits, assessments, and capability evaluations to qualify new and existing suppliers
• Performance Monitoring: Monitor supplier quality performance using KPIs such as SRPPM (Supplier Reject Parts Per Million), NCRs (Non-Conformance Reports), and delivery performance. Identify trends and implement corrective actions
• Supplier Development: Work collaboratively with suppliers to resolve quality issues, implement corrective and preventive actions, and drive supplier Zero Defects
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks related to supplier quality, including supply disruptions and non-compliance
• Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate records of supplier assessments, audits, and quality performance. Prepare reports for internal stakeholders and customers
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Liaise with procurement, engineering, production, and quality teams to align supplier quality expectations and resolve issues
• Training and Guidance: Provide guidance and training to suppliers on quality requirements and best practices
• Compliance: Ensure all supplier-related activities comply with relevant aerospace regulations, corporate policies, and industry standards

Who we are looking for

• Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of aerospace quality standards AS9100, EASA P21G, EASA Part 145, NADCAP, quality tools PFMEA, SPC, Root Cause Analysis, and supplier auditing techniques
• Analytical Skills: Ability to analyse quality data and metrics to identify trends and areas for improvement
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective collaboration with suppliers and internal teams
• Problem-Solving: Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to drive corrective actions and continuous improvement
• IT Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office, SAP, and familiar with quality management tools
• Personal Attributes: Detail-oriented, proactive, resilient, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Ideally, you will also have

• Experience working with international suppliers and understanding global supply chain dynamics
• Knowledge of legal and regulatory requirements specific to the UK aerospace industry
• Familiarity with Lean and Six Sigma methodologies

What we offer

Parker Meggitt is proud to offer a competitive total rewards framework designed with our colleagues health, wealth, and well-being in mind to help our employees balance a successful career. Our competitive package will include:

• Competitive salary
• Pension scheme with up to 10 matching company contribution
• Income protection scheme
• Life Assurance x3 basic salary
• Share buying scheme
• Half day Fridays (lunch time finish)
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Employee Assistance Program for Health & Wellbeing
• Funded membership of a professional body
• Focused career development planning with opportunities to progress
• Free on-site car parking
• Employee Referral Scheme
• An on-site restaurant and Starbucks offering subsidised food
• Employee Perks – offering our employees discounts on a huge variety of goods and services

EMEA Business Descr

Parker Hannifin EMEA Sàrl (“PHEMEA”), based in Etoy, Switzerland, is the Principal Operating Company for Parker in the EMEA region. It is supported by a network of Parker Manufacturing Divisions and Sales Company Entities. The Aerospace Group EMEA is a strategic business Group within PHEMEA. Hydraulic Systems Division EMEA (HSDE) is a key service provider to PHEMEA.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Parker is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on grounds of age, race, religion, ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation or disability in relation to recruitment and employment.