Axon Global M&A Supplier Quality Development Leader at Axon driving supplier quality excellence and performance across hardware and sensor product lines. Leads supplier qualification, NPI readiness, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Responsibilities
As the Global M&A Supplier Quality Development Leader, you will drive supplier quality excellence and performance across key international and domestic regions to enable Axon's strategic growth. In this pivotal role, you will lead high-impact supplier qualification, new product introduction (NPI) readiness, and continuous improvement initiatives across complex hardware and sensor product lines. This role provides an exciting opportunity to scale global supply chain resilience, shape quality architecture, and mentor cross-functional partners in an innovative environment.
Location: Onsite at our Scottsdale, AZ office with 30-40% travel to Germany, Virginia, and Ohio
Reports to: Senior Director, Global Supplier Quality
Direct Reports: None
Own supplier quality performance across multiple product lines (hardware, sensors, AI-enabled systems, and accessories) by driving performance metrics (PPM, yield, delivery, COPQ) and establishing clear accountability and continuous improvement roadmaps.
Lead supplier qualification, onboarding, process validation (PPAP), FIRST Article Inspection (FAIR) execution, and capability assessments for new and existing suppliers.
Serve as the supplier quality lead for New Product Introduction (NPI) programs from concept through production ramp, providing critical feedback on capabilities, tolerances, and design for manufacturability (DFx).
Enhance and audit supplier quality systems (including IQC, IPQC, OQC, SPC, and risk management control plans) while promoting advanced quality methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, and digital quality tools.
Lead complex root cause investigations and corrective actions (SCARs, 8D, NCMRs), acting as the primary escalation point to mitigate supplier risks to production and customer experience.
Partner cross-functionally with Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, and Program Management to align sourcing decisions, global manufacturing transitions, dual sourcing strategies, and long-term capacity planning.
Contribute to global supplier segmentation, strategic development, and supply chain resiliency initiatives supporting product transfers and regional expansions.
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or a related field).
Qualification
Required
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related field)
5+ years of experience in Supplier Quality, manufacturing processes, NPI ramps, and product development
