Cirrus Logic
Supplier Quality Engineering Manager
Cirrus Logic - Austin, Texas, us, 78716
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For over four decades, Cirrus Logic has been propelled by the top engineers in mixed-signal processing. Our rockstar team thrives on solving complex challenges with innovative end-user solutions for the world's top consumer brands. Cirrus Logic is also known for its award-winning culture, which was built on a foundation of inclusion and fairness, meaningful community engagement, and delivering enjoyable employee experiences at every turn. But we couldn't do it without our extraordinary workforce - and that's where you come in. Join our team and help us continue to make Cirrus Logic an exceptional place to grow your career!
Cirrus Logic is seeking a dynamic and experienced Supplier Quality Engineering Manager to lead a global team of supplier quality engineers. This role is critical in ensuring the highest standards of quality and performance across our global supply base. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker, a strong communicator, and a collaborative leader with a passion for continuous improvement and cross-functional alignment.
Responsibilities:
Lead and manage a global team of Supplier Quality Engineers, setting clear expectations and performance goals to drive individual and team success. Build and maintain strong working relationships with suppliers at all levels of engineering and management. Partner with supply chain and engineering teams to address and resolve customer and internal quality issues effectively and efficiently. Drive the development and continuous improvement of supplier requirements and performance metrics through regular meetings, audits, and feedback loops. Collaborate with internal engineering teams and suppliers to share best practices and ensure alignment with Cirrus Logic's quality expectations. Oversee the timely resolution of customer issues, including root cause analysis and implementation of corrective and preventive actions. Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performance team culture. Work cross-functionally with Product/Test, Applications, Design, and Quality teams globally to address quality-related matters. Interface with suppliers and Cirrus Logic leadership to support world-class product development, qualification, and implementation of quality best practices. Manage annual team budgets and resource planning to ensure optimal use of personnel and financial resources. Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in engineering discipline. 8+ years of experience in semiconductor industry: supplier quality, manufacturing, or engineering roles, with at least 3 years in a leadership capacity. Proven experience managing global teams and working with international suppliers. Strong knowledge of quality systems, root cause analysis, and corrective/preventive action methodologies. Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills. Ability to travel internationally (up to 15%) as needed. Cirrus Logic strives to select the best qualified applicant for any opening. Different approaches, ideas and points of view are both valued and respected. Employment decisions are made on the basis of job-related criteria without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
Lead and manage a global team of Supplier Quality Engineers, setting clear expectations and performance goals to drive individual and team success. Build and maintain strong working relationships with suppliers at all levels of engineering and management. Partner with supply chain and engineering teams to address and resolve customer and internal quality issues effectively and efficiently. Drive the development and continuous improvement of supplier requirements and performance metrics through regular meetings, audits, and feedback loops. Collaborate with internal engineering teams and suppliers to share best practices and ensure alignment with Cirrus Logic's quality expectations. Oversee the timely resolution of customer issues, including root cause analysis and implementation of corrective and preventive actions. Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performance team culture. Work cross-functionally with Product/Test, Applications, Design, and Quality teams globally to address quality-related matters. Interface with suppliers and Cirrus Logic leadership to support world-class product development, qualification, and implementation of quality best practices. Manage annual team budgets and resource planning to ensure optimal use of personnel and financial resources. Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in engineering discipline. 8+ years of experience in semiconductor industry: supplier quality, manufacturing, or engineering roles, with at least 3 years in a leadership capacity. Proven experience managing global teams and working with international suppliers. Strong knowledge of quality systems, root cause analysis, and corrective/preventive action methodologies. Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills. Ability to travel internationally (up to 15%) as needed. Cirrus Logic strives to select the best qualified applicant for any opening. Different approaches, ideas and points of view are both valued and respected. Employment decisions are made on the basis of job-related criteria without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law.