<p>We are seeking an experienced Supplier Quality Consultant to support and enhance our vendor oversight and quality compliance initiatives. The ideal candidate will play a key role in resolving supplier-related deviations, coordinating with third-party vendors, and ensuring timely and thorough closure of open quality events. This role requires a deep understanding of quality systems, supplier change management, and cross-functional collaboration.</p> <p>Key Responsibilities:</p> <ul> <li>Lead the resolution of open Third-Party Event (TPE) records related to supplier performance and material quality issues. </li><li>Act as the primary liaison with suppliers to gather investigation reports, secure CAPA commitments, and verify effectiveness checks. </li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Procurement, Quality Assurance Operations (QA Ops), and Manufacturing Science and Technology (MSAT) to assess impact and drive closure of vendor deviations. </li><li>Support supplier qualification remediation efforts and promote improved documentation compliance from third-party vendors. </li><li>Maintain and regularly update a TPE tracker, highlighting overdue records, risk-based follow-ups, and supplier performance trends. </li><li>Contribute to broader vendor oversight programs, especially those tied to Quality Improvement Plan (QIP) readiness and regulatory audit response follow-ups. </li><li>Manage and review Third-Party Supplier Change Notifications (TPSCNs) and Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCARs), ensuring appropriate change control processes are followed. </li></ul>