Sr. Manager, Supplier Quality, R&D Quality Assurance

At Alcon were passionate about enhancing sight and helping people see brilliantly. With more than 25000 associates we innovate fearlessly champion progress and act swiftly to impact global eye health. We foster an inclusive culture recognizing your contributions and offering opportunities to grow your career like never before. Together we make a difference in the lives of our patients and customers. Are you ready to join us

This role is part of Alcons Quality & Regulatory Affairs function a team that ensures our products are in compliance with global local and internal regulations and meet the strictest standards of quality as we help people see brilliantly.

The Sr. Manager Supplier Quality is primarily responsible for leading the supplier management program across Alcons global network focusing on evaluation qualification capability assessment and performance monitoring. You will champion continuous improvement initiatives ensure an uninterrupted supply of high-quality components and develop strategies to mitigate manufacturing issues at our Facility in Lake Forest CA. Fort Worth TX or Johns Creek GA Specifics Include:

• Develop and execute strategies for pre-market supplier selection evaluation and minimization of risk at time of transfer.

• Oversee multiple projects ensuring goals are met through self-directed work and supervision.

• Supervise supplier Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPAs) to mitigate root causes and prevent recurrence.

• Facilitate global supplier performance monitoring and report to senior and executive management.

• Mentor supplier quality personnel to improve practices towards best-in-class performance.
  Lead cross-functional meetings related to global supplier performance monitoring and issue resolution.

• Develop and improve procedures policies and quality assurance methodologies.

• Monitor adherence to Alcon Quality System (QS) requirements and ensure compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements.

• Perform regulatory compliance assessments and audits of suppliers and contract manufacturers and lead and direct supplier audits globally.

• Assist in developing and executing strategies for supplier selection evaluation and compliance.

• Develop strong internal partnerships with Global Sourcing and Procurement Regulatory Operations and Quality to drive continuous improvement in product quality.

• Manage resources and schedules for supplier audits and quality initiatives.

• Adhere to Good Practice (GxP) regulations by following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) maintaining documentation and completing required training.

• Contribute to the overall compliance of the organization and commit to continuous improvement.

• Associates are responsible for meeting their individual job requirements and contributing to the overall compliance of the organization.

• Compliance with regulatory requirements and a commitment to continuous improvement are essential to our operations.

• Individual Contributor

WHAT YOULL BRING TO ALCON:

• Bachelors Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school 15 yrs; Assoc.11 yrs; M.S.4 yrs; PhD3 yrs)

• The ability to fluently read write understand and communicate in English U.S.

• 7 Years of Relevant Experience

• 5 Years of Demonstrated Leadership

• Work Hours: Monday Friday 8:00 AM 5:00 PM CST

• Location: Onsite

• Travel Requirements: Up to 10%

• Relocation Assistance: Yes

• Sponsorship Available: NO

PREFERRED:

• Medical Device industry or other regulated industry

HOW YOU CAN THRIVE AT ALCON:

• Collaborate with teammates to share standard processes and learnings as work evolves!

• Join Alcons mission to provide top-tier innovative products and solutions to enhance sight & enhance lives.

• Grow your career in a highly collaborative and diverse environment.

• Alcon provides robust benefits package including health life retirement flexible time off for salaried associates paid time off for hourly associates and much more!

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Compensation and Benefits

Alcons Total Rewards programs are designed to align incentives with business objectives support our values and deliver longterm value. Our compensation approach includes a combination of fixed and variable pay with shortterm and longterm incentive opportunities for eligible roles. Our benefits offerings are designed to support associates and their families across key life events including programs that promote health and wellbeing provide financial security and support retirement planning.

The salary range posted represents the anticipated hiring range for this role. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as experience skills location and internal equity and may fall outside the posted range.

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Alcon is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. Alcon takes pride in maintaining a diverse environment and our policies are not to discriminate in recruitment hiring training promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race color religion gender national origin age sexual orientation gender identity marital or veteran status disability or any other legally protected status. Alcon is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process or in order to perform the essential functions of a position please send an email to and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.