Senior Supplier Quality Engineer – Supplier Development

BS or MS degree in Engineering or related technical discipline. 6+ years of experience in Supplier Engineering, Supplier Development, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality Engineering, Supplier Quality Engineering, Operations Engineering, or related technical functions.

leading supplier development, process improvement, supplier value-adds or capability development initiatives.

working directly with suppliers to resolve technical, quality, or manufacturing challenges.

Demonstrated experience partnering with Procurement, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality organizations.

Strong technical problem-solving and project leadership skills.

Ability to independently lead initiatives with broad cross-functional impact.

Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Medical device or other regulated manufacturing experience.

Lean or Six Sigma training preferred.

with supplier diversification efforts, second-source programs, or supplier transfer initiatives.

leading supplier Kaizens and continuous improvement efforts.

supporting supplier capability growth, scalability, and operational excellence initiatives.

assessing manufacturing processes, process capability, and production readiness.

with global suppliers and complex supply chains.

Working knowledge of statistical methods, process validation, risk management, and root cause analysis methodologies.

ASQ CQE, CQA preferred.

What Success Looks Like The successful candidate will be recognized as a trusted technical leader who can independently drive supplier development initiatives, improve supplier capability, reduce supply chain risk, and deliver measurable improvements in supplier performance, quality, and supply continuity.

This individual will effectively influence suppliers and cross-functional teams without direct management responsibility while serving as a key contributor to the growth and success of the Supplier Development organization.

Alameda, CA Annual Base Salary Range: $119,000 to $166,000 We offer a competitive compensation package plus a benefits and equity program, when applicable.

Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies, and work location.

Working Conditions General office, laboratory, and cleanroom environments Willingness and ability to work on site.

May have business travel from 0% - 25% Requires some lifting and moving of up to 25 pounds Must be able to move between buildings and floors.

Must be able to remain stationary and use a computer or other standard office equipment, such as a printer or copy machine, for an extensive period of time each day.

Must be able to read, prepare emails, and produce documents and spreadsheets.

Must be able to move within the office and access file cabinets or supplies, as needed.

Must be able to communicate and exchange accurate information with employees at all levels on a daily basis .

What We Offer

• A collaborative teamwork environment where learning is constant, and performance is rewarded.
• The opportunity to be part of the team that is revolutionizing the treatment of some of the world's most devastating diseases.
• A generous benefits package for eligible employees that includes medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, short and long-term disability insurance, 401(k) with employer match, paid parental leave, eleven paid company holidays per year, a minimum of fifteen days of accrued vacation per year, which increases with tenure, and paid sick time in compliance with applicable law(s). Penumbra, Inc., headquartered in Alameda, California, is a global healthcare company focused on innovative therapies. Penumbra designs, develops, manufactures, and markets novel products and has a broad portfolio that addresses challenging medical conditions in markets with significant unmet need. Penumbra sells its products to hospitals and healthcare providers primarily through its direct sales organization in the United States, most of Europe, Canada, and Australia, and through distributors in select international markets. The Penumbra logo is a trademark of Penumbra, Inc. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. If you reside in the State of California, please also refer to Penumbra's Privacy Notice for California Residents. For additional information on Penumbra’s commitment to being an equal opportunity employer, please see Penumbra's AAP Policy Statement.