Supplier Quality Engineer, Brompton

Salary not provided

Offers profit share bonus

Junior, Mid and Senior level

London

40 hours per week

Office located in Greenford, UK

Folding bike manufacturer

Be an early applicant

Folding bike manufacturer

501-1000 employees

B2CRetailManufacturingMobilityFitness

Be an early applicant

Salary not provided

Offers profit share bonus

Junior, Mid and Senior level

London

40 hours per week

Office located in Greenford, UK

501-1000 employees

B2CRetailManufacturingMobilityFitness

Company mission

To change the way people live and move in cities.

Job

Company

Role

Who you are

Committed to Health, Safety, and Environmental policies
Resilient, positive, and adaptable, with the confidence to drive change
Engages interest and participation of others and has a collaborative approach to working with others
Self-aware, ethical, and honest, demonstrating moral courage in all interactions
Able to work independently, using initiative, as well as contributing to a team
Committed to continuous learning and professional development
Knowledge of quality and business systems including, Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (FMEA)
Experience of plastic injection moldings and/or metal forming preferred
Lean Manufacturing knowledge
Knowledge of ISO9001/ISO18001/ISO14001
Knowledge of measurement techniques and understanding and interpretation of engineering drawings
Degree preferred, HNC or equivalent experience in similar role
Substantial experience in a volume manufacturing environment,
Experience of working in Quality Assurance
Experience of Supplier Quality Development

What the job involves

Reports to: Supplier Quality Manager
Supports the Supplier Quality Manager by working closely with suppliers to ensure processes, systems, and products meet customer design intent and quality requirements
The role focuses on supplier verification, defect prevention, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement, while managing customer-specific requirements and providing technical support
It ensures robust product quality through New Product Introduction, minimises quality costs, and safeguards continuity of supply
The position contributes to complex, multi-phase projects, with outcomes reviewed at key milestones by senior management
Conduct supplier validation and quality audits, lead supplier approval processes (including APQP), and assess manufacturing capability and HSE risks
Collaborate with Engineering and suppliers to define process parameters, improve capability, and support new product introduction and first-off approvals
Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions, including on-site verification and escalation of unresolved issues
Monitor, analyse and report supplier performance through KPIs, PPM, warranty, cost recovery, and quality data to drive continuous improvement
Promote and support process improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, PFMEA, MSA and error-proofing techniques
Ensure accurate documentation, compliance with regulatory and PPAP requirements, and provide quality training internally and externally
Develop strong stakeholder relationships, manage supplier strategy independently, conduct benchmarking, and communicate progress through reports and presentations

Salary benchmarks

Our take

The Brompton bike was conceived as a product to help improve city living. The bike can be folded to a third of its size in a matter of seconds and is small enough to be taken on all forms of public transport. It has established itself as the ideal choice for all those who are living or interacting with cities.

Brompton offer a test ride service that allows customer to trial use of the bicycle before purchase. By allowing hire costs to be redeemed against the cost of the bicycle, this provides an attractive option for customers who may be unsure about the price point or the bike's functionality.

Brompton has faced a steep profit decline of over 99% in 2024 and a $2 million loss in 2025, largely due to post-pandemic market overstock and reduced sales. While the company has paused a headquarters move and cancelled dividends, it is focusing on recovery through commute-friendly models like the upcoming G-line. With strong prospects in biking-conscious cities, Brompton remains confident it can regain momentum as the market stabilises.