Manager, Quality Supplier Program

Venture Global LNG (“Venture Global”) is a long-term, low-cost provider of American-produced liquefied natural gas. The company’s two Louisiana-based export projects service the global demand for North American natural gas and support the long-term development of clean and reliable North American energy supplies. Using reliable, proven technology in an innovative plant design configuration, Venture Global’s modular, mid-scale plant design will replace traditional designs as it allows for the same efficiency and operational reliability at significantly lower capital cost.

The Manager, Quality Supplier Program leads the end-to-end management of our supplier quality initiatives. This role ensures that all external suppliers meet or exceed Venture Global’s quality, safety, and regulatory standards through rigorous assessment, continuous improvement, and strategic partnership. The Manager will collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Procurement, Regulatory Affairs, and Manufacturing to embed quality into the supply chain and mitigate risk.

Responsibilities

- Define and implement the supplier quality strategy, aligning it with broader business objectives.

- Design and manage a supplier qualification program that includes risk assessments and a formal process for maintaining an Approved Supplier List.

- Establish a supplier approval and rationalization process in collaboration with the procurement team to optimize the supplier base.

- Develop and maintain quality management systems (QMS) for supplier interactions, ensuring compliance with standards such as ISO 9001.

- Act as the primary representative for supplier quality, interfacing with internal teams, contractors, and other stakeholders.

- Lead a strategic supplier risk assessment program to identify, evaluate, and mitigate risks.

- Manage the Supplier Corrective Action Request (SCAR) process for non-conforming materials to ensure timely root cause analysis and resolution.

- Develop and track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and scorecards for all suppliers and conduct regular performance reviews.

- Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the supply base using quality tools such as Lean, Six Sigma, and Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA).

- Provide technical guidance and training to suppliers to improve their processes and build their quality capabilities.

- Drive the quality mindset across supply chains through the execution of Quality Stand-downs to bring quality back to front and center, re-inforcing a strong quality culture.

Qualifications

- A Bachelor of Science Bachelor's degree: Required in fields like Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial), Science, Manufacturing, or Quality Management.

- A minimum of 10 years of experience in the Supplier Quality field with at least 5 years in a Leadership Role.

- Experience in LNG liquefaction facilities preferred.

- Ability to perform multiple tasks, work within project deadlines and adjust as priorities change.

- Possess the ability to mentor others through technical training and guidance.

- Have the ability to read and interpret engineer drawings to include P&IDs, Civil/Structural plans and details, Electrical Wiring Diagrams, Piping Isometrics, etc.

- Thorough knowledge and understating of all industry codes, standards, and industry best practices.

- Exhibit excellent written and oral communication skills.

- Have advanced computer experience with Microsoft Office, Microsoft Projects, PowerPoint, and Excel Work products.

- Strong knowledge of API Q1, ISO 9001, international quality standards, and technical matters related to ASME and API codes and standards

- Experience with audits, inspections, and supplier evaluations.

- Well-articulated with excellent written and verbal communication, planning, computing, technical, and interpersonal skills.

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

- Willingness to travel, both domestic and international, if necessary.

- Broad knowledge and understating of all industry codes, standards, and industry best practices.

- Have advanced computer experience with software tools such as Smartsheet, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Projects, BI, PowerPoint, and Excel Work products.

- Ability to obtain a TWIC Card.

Preferred Minimum Certifications

- Quality Certifications (API, ASQ, ISO)

- ASQ Certifications (CQA, CQE)

- Six Sigma Black Belt

- API/AWS/ASME Certifications

Venture Global LNG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law.