Quality & Regulatory Manager

C&I Quality & Regulatory Manager Onsite, Wotton, Surrey Azenta Life Sciences are seeking a Quality Manager to lead and inspire a high-performing quality team to deliver exceptional product standards and customer satisfaction. Drive continuous improvement through data-driven insights, advanced quality systems, and collaboration across all functions. Champion compliance, sustainability, and operational excellence in a fast-paced, global environment. What You'll Be Doing * Ensure a safe, compliant workplace aligned with Health, Safety, Environmental, and regulatory standards. * Own and evolve the site’s Quality Management System (QMS) to maintain ISO9001:2015 & ISO13485 certifications and readiness for future standards. * Lead initiatives to reduce defects and customer complaints through root cause analysis, predictive analytics, and proactive prevention strategies. * Partner with operations and engineering to embed ‘Right First Time’ principles and digital quality tools. * Drive continuous improvement using Lean, Six Sigma, and automation to optimize processes and enhance customer experience. * Oversee audits, compliance programs, and corrective actions with rigor and transparency. * Coach and develop team members, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and collaboration. Metrics: * Customer Complaint Reduction * Defect Rate Improvement * On-Time Delivery Performance * Compliance Audit Scores * Cost of Poor Quality (PoNC) What You'll Bring * 5+ years in quality leadership within manufacturing or regulated environments. * Strong knowledge of ISO standards, QMS platforms, and data analytics tools. * Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage change effectively. * Experience with Lean/Six Sigma methodologies and digital transformation initiatives. Core Competencies: * Digital Fluency: Comfortable using ERP, QMS, and data analytics platforms to drive decisions. * Customer-Centric Mindset: Prioritizes customer experience and quality outcomes in every process. * Change Leadership: Skilled at leading teams through transformation and continuous improvement initiatives. * Risk Management: Proactively identifies and mitigates operational and compliance risks. * Data-Driven Decision Making: Uses metrics, trend analysis, and predictive tools to guide quality strategies. * Collaboration & Influence: Builds strong relationships across functions and geographies to achieve shared goals. * Innovation Orientation: Seeks out new technologies and methods to enhance quality and efficiency. * Sustainability Awareness: Integrates environmental and social responsibility into quality practices