This role supports and partners closely with internal stakeholders to ensure supplier performance meets product quality and regulatory requirements.
As , you will act as a key liaison between suppliers and Stryker, driving continuous improvement across the global supply base.
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Lead supplier-related CAPA review and management, ensuring effective problem-solving methodologies are applied.Perform detailed process reviews and audits at supplier manufacturing sites.
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Track, analyze, and report supplier KPIs and performance metrics to leadership.
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Assess and improve supplier process control documentation and Quality Management Systems.
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Identify, prioritize, and execute supplier improvement and cost-reduction initiatives.
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Analyze nonconformance data to address systemic supplier quality issues.
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Act as a subject matter expert for assigned commodities and global strategic suppliers.
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Support PMO initiatives and lead portfolios of supplier improvement projects.
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Collaborate cross-functionally to prioritize supplier change requests and improvement actions.
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Execute proactive supplier site visits and support third-party audits related to Supplier Quality CAPA.
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Transfer supplier “lessons learned” back to R&D to support next-generation design improvements.
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Train, mentor, and develop less experienced engineers while championingbest-practicesharing across Stryker.
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Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
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Minimum 4 years of relevant experience in Supplier Quality or related quality engineering roles.
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Experience working on Internal/ExternalQuality Audits.
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Experience working in a highly regulated environment.
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Working knowledge of FMEA, validation programs, and SPC.
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Foundational understanding of manufacturing drawings and tolerancing.
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Basic statistical analysis skills.
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Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis capability.
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Ability to communicate effectively with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
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Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and projects.
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Willingness to travel30%domestically.
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External Quality Auditor qualification (ISO 13485, 21 CFR 820, or equivalent).
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Experience supporting API or pharmaceutical manufacturing environments.
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Experience working with global suppliers or global strategic partners.
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Advanced problem-solving or continuous improvementexpertise(e.g., Six Sigma).
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$98,200.00 - 163,700.00USD Annualsalary plus bonus eligible + benefits. Individual pay is based on skills, experience, and other relevant factors.
98,200.00 - 163,700.00 USD Annual
Posted: March 09, 2026