Oxford Nanopore Technologies is headquartered at the Oxford Science Park outside Oxford, UK, with satellite offices and a commercial presence in many global locations across the US, APAC and Europe. Oxford Nanopore employs from multiple subject areas including nanopore science, molecular biology and applications, informatics, engineering, electronics, manufacturing and commercialisation. We are looking for a highly motivated, self-starter to join the Quality Assurance team as a Supplier Quality Engineer. You will be able to build on / create new processes to improve supplier commitment towards delivering consistent quality to Oxford Nanopore. We are looking for an individual with a can-do approach, perseverance, good negotiation skills and ability to influence vendors to achieve Oxford Nanopore's quality objectives. This role will be suitable for a person working in a regulated environment such as medical device, aerospace, automotive, semiconductors or similar but will also require creative thinking for unique solutions. Working closely with Engineering, Procurement, Supply Chain, Goods-In and Logistics teams to monitor Supplier/subcontractor compliance to specifications and contractual arrangements. Drive Supplier Quality management in line with the requirements of ISO 9001/ISO 13485/medical device/CE directives. Work with Suppliers to support and assure responsive and effective problem resolution through Containment, Root Cause Analysis, Corrective Action and Verification of Effectiveness. Implement improvement plans to meet Supplier Quality and Development metrics. Work with Suppliers in electronic assemblies, plastic formed parts, machined parts and chemicals. Work with Procurement regarding quality aspects of Supplier selection and development including capability analysis and Supplier quality management. Involvement in routine Supplier qualification, specification / process change control, permits and CAPA activities with vendors and subcontractors. Proactive Supplier risk review and develop strategies for part and process Quality improvement at vendors and subcontractors. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement quality initiatives. Degree educated or equivalent experience in a scientific or engineering subject area. Previous experience of working in a regulated Quality Management System environment. Experience of supplier qualification and performance monitoring. Good knowledge of Quality tools and techniques. Willingness to travel locally and overseas (up to 30%). Knowledge and experience of working in a regulatory environment such as ISO 13485/AS9100/TS16949/TL9000 would be advantageous.. Experience of working with an ERP system, databases and reporting software. We offer outstanding benefits to include an attractive bonus, generous pension contributions, private healthcare and an excellent starting salary. Based within beautiful, landscaped surroundings with tree-lined walks, water features and a lake, all of which make for a wonderful working environment. Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. LI-hybrid