Group Manager, Supplier Quality

The role

You will lead the supplier quality organization within the Supply Chain team. You will set the supplier quality strategy and manage teams responsible for supplier buyoffs, receiving inspection, root cause analysis, and quality resolution.

What you will do

• Lead and develop the supplier quality organization, including managers, leads, and Supplier Quality Engineers.
• Set the supplier quality strategy and own the results.
• Own supplier buyoff, incoming inspection, and material review processes.
• Define supplier quality metrics, dashboards, and goals.
• Own the supplier audit and qualification program.
• Set the approach for first article inspections, PPAPs, and qualification of new suppliers and materials.
• Hold the organization accountable for structured root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action.
• Partner with Supply Chain, Engineering, Production, and Program leadership to resolve quality issues.
• Lead supplier performance management, including scorecards and regular performance reviews.
• Work with Sourcing on supplier selection and development.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in Supply Chain or Supplier Quality.
• 3+ years leading teams in Supplier Quality, including experience managing managers or team leads.
• Experience building and scaling a supplier quality organization, including hiring and developing teams.
• Proven expertise in supplier quality management, including RCCA, CAPA, audits, and inspection.
• Strong foundation in strategic sourcing, supplier development, and supplier performance improvement.
• Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and procurement tools.
• Track record of supporting production ramp-ups and new product launches.
• Ability to operate with urgency, autonomy, and accountability in a fast-paced production environment.
• Strong analytical and communication skills, including presenting to executives and supplier leadership.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% to visit suppliers and support off-site operations.
• Must be a U.S. Person (citizen or permanent resident) in accordance with ITAR regulations.

Nice to have

• Aerospace or automotive experience.
• Experience with flight hardware or satellite manufacturing.
• AS9100 lead auditor or ASQ certification (such as CQE, CMQ/OE, or CSQP).

Benefits

• Equity in Apex
• 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision for you and your dependents
• $100k life insurance at no cost
• Starting at 15 days vacation, growing to 20+ days annually
• 10 paid holidays
• 100% match on first 3% and 50% on next 2% of 401(k)
• 8 weeks paid parental leave
• Childcare reimbursement up to $350/day for work-related travel
• Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks
• Monthly office socials, pickleball tournaments, run club, and gatherings

Before you apply

• Must be a U.S. Person (citizen or permanent resident) or be able to obtain required export authorizations.

About the company

Apex manufactures satellite buses at scale using software, vertical integration, and hardware designed for manufacturing. The company is a fast-growing startup that has raised more than $500M in funding.