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If you are excited about a role but don't meet every bullet point, we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary.\nJob Summary\nFlex intends to spin off its Cloud and Power Infrastructure segment into a new, independent publicly traded company, Axiom, with the spin planned for Q1 2027. If the intended spin occurs, this role will support Axiom, a company focused on critical digital infrastructure and delivering end-to-end power and thermal management solutions for AI data centers and other mission-critical applications.\n\nTo support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add a Supplier Quality Lead located in either Blackburn or Kendal, United Kingdom.\nReporting to the Quality Manager, the Supplier Quality Lead is responsible for ensuring that all externally supplied materials and components consistently meet quality, delivery, and regulatory requirements. The role leads supplier quality performance, drives measurable improvements across the supply base, and mitigates supply chain risk through robust control, engagement, and development of key suppliers.\nWhat a typical day looks like:\nLead supplier quality activities, driving structured development plans and continuous improvement initiatives for key and underperforming suppliers.\nOversee supplier non-conformance management, ensuring effective containment, robust root cause analysis, corrective actions, and timely closure.\nMonitor supplier quality performance through scorecards, KPIs, audits, and regular business reviews.\nEnsure suppliers are qualified, risk-assessed, and compliant before new product introductions and major process changes.\nLead supplier PPAP activities and support validation of engineering and process changes affecting product quality.\nMaintain supplier quality documentation and provide support during customer, regulatory, and certification audits.\nPartner with Procurement, Engineering, Manufacturing, and other stakeholders to improve supplier capability, capacity, and process control.\nManage and develop the Supplier Quality Technician, providing coaching, technical guidance, and performance leadership.\nIdentify risks, escalate supplier performance concerns, and drive sustainable corrective and preventive actions\nThe experience we’re looking to add to our team:\nDegree in Engineering, Quality, or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.\nProven experience in Supplier Quality, Quality Engineering, or a similar manufacturing quality role.\nStrong knowledge of quality methodologies and tools such as 8D, FMEA, SPC, APQP, and PPAP.\nExperience working with ISO standards and conducting supplier audits.\nAbility to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and manufacturing requirements.\nStrong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence both technical and commercial teams.\nResults-driven mindset with experience delivering measurable quality improvements.\nExcellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple suppliers, projects, and priorities simultaneously.\nValid driving licence and willingness to travel between manufacturing and supplier sites as required.\nExperience within electrical manufacturing, switchgear, or engineered products environments is advantageous.\nWhat you’ll receive for the great work you provide:\nAn environment where you will feel fulfilled by your work, valued for your contribution, and celebrated for your success;\nOpportunities to learn new skills in a fast-paced industry;\nA competitive salary and benefits package that includes:A merit-based annual pay review\nEnhanced annual leave\nEmployee recognition scheme and long service awards\nReferral bonus\nVolunteer days\nGroup Life Insurance, including a death in service payment and access to a virtual GP service 24/7 365 days a year\nSick pay scheme\nCycle to Work scheme\nEnhanced maternity/paternity leave\n\nFlexible/Hybrid Work based on your Job Function;\nTravel opportunities (role dependent);\nSupport in your well-being by access to:Employee Assistance Programme offering free access to qualified counsellors and expert advice\nOn-site trained Mental Health First Aiders\n\nAccess to various discount programs (including food, activities, gym memberships etc.)\nBB97\nJob Category\nQualityRequired Skills:\nOptional Skills:\nFlex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email  and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. 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