Supply Chain Quality Manager Location: Filton (minimum 60% onsite)Contract: Until 31/12/2026 (likely extension)Working Pattern: 35 hours per week (4.5 days, between 7am-7pm)Pay Rate: £28ph Umbrella or £20.93ph PAYEClearance: BPSS (completed by the Client)IR35: Inside IR35The RoleOur client is seeking an experienced Supply Chain Quality Manager to join their team on a long-term contract based in Filton. This role has a strong quality focus rather than pure supply chain, and will suit someone confident working autonomously, engaging directly with suppliers, and driving on-time, on-quality delivery.You will play a key role across New Product Introduction and serial production, acting as a focal point for supplier quality, performance, risk management, and continuous improvement.Key ResponsibilitiesLead supplier quality activities to ensure on-time and on-quality deliveryManage supplier compliance and maturity, including surveillance plans and risk portfoliosAct as a key interface between suppliers and internal stakeholdersSupport and lead supplier audits, reviews, and assessmentsDrive root cause analysis and corrective actions using PPS methodologies (8D, 9S, 5 Whys, Ishikawa)Support transfer of work activities and supplier development initiativesRaise, track, and escalate risks, issues, and actions where requiredContribute to procurement strategy, supplier approval, and contract setup where neededEnsure manufacturing non-conformances and concessions are effectively ..... full job details .....