ABOUT SERVICES COMMUNITY IMPACT Livingston James partners with Howden to appoint Vice President of Global Quality October 6, 2021 Originally founded by James Howden in Scotland as a marine engineering firm in 1854, Howden has grown and evolved into a global leader in manufacturing air and gas handling solutions. With the power of our engineering expertise and technology, our equipment plays an integral role within our customers’ processes, which provide safe and reliable solutions that are both sustainable and efficient. Howden supports multiple sectors including infrastructure, power generation, oil & gas, wastewater, metals, mining and transportation. Howden is now looking for a new Vice President for Global Quality who will be expected to transform the quality organization of Howden and take it to the next level by working on leadership, standards, processes and execution (in cooperation with the COO and the Howden leadership team). The impact of this role will be measured by the following: Successfully lead improvement initiatives to reduce Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ) Define robust and consistent quality standards across all sites globally Establish and implement strong processes of review to manage quality performance Drive activity to improve results with practical approach and hands on involvement Lead by example and create engagement to impact the culture and long-term results Be seen as a role model and positive influencer at all levels across the Global Products Group Potential candidates should be able to demonstrate a proven track record as global quality leader of a multi-site organization. Solid experience in the manufacturing & machinery industry is essential alongside experience of working for an international business and working knowledge of quality systems (QA-QC) including non-conformance processes. The ideal candidate will also have the following personal characteristics: Demonstrate positive behaviours to lead by example Empower both team members and other associates in taking and implementing decisions Take difficult and unpopular decisions to protect customers and product standards Highlight and address non-conformances in a manner which encourages positive team work Sensitive and diplomatic to the culture/operating environment when communicating Able to confidently challenge and influence across the business to deliver best business solutions Deliver practical and workable solutions that can be understood and robustly implemented For further information please see the full position profile below. If you would be interested in a confidential discussion, please get in touch with Lead Consultant, Sophie Randles – Director at Livingston James on E: sophierandles@livingstonjames.com. Howden is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status or pregnancy and maternity. Fullscreen Mode Can we help? If you are looking for leadership advisory or recruitment support, please get in touch with our team of experts. CONTACT US More Articles... Ethical Futures Event in partnership with Green Home Systems and Circularity Capital Livingston James hosted a roundtable event as part of our Ethical Futures series; a series designed to spark engaging and forward-thinking conversations about creating a more ethical and environmentally friendly future. The Relationship Between Talent Attraction and Sustainability Following the conclusion of COP26 in Glasgow, we look at the responsibility of organisations to improve sustainability, and how better sustainable practices can improve talent attraction. Livingston James is delighted to be supporting Colleges Scotland with another critical role – Director of the Employers’ Association Ensuring Colleges Scotland’s Employers’ Association effectively supports members to achieve their collective ambitions, this role will act as a key spokesperson, representing the sector at a national level and leading the National Bargaining agenda. Livingston James is a search and selection business based on professional excellence. 0131 220 2209 enquiries@livingstonjames.com 2nd Floor, 218 St Vincent Street, Glasgow, G2 5SG 1st Floor, 69a George Street, Edinburgh, EH2 2JG Livingston James is part of the Livingston James Group Privacy Notice . Data Protection Notice . Website designed by Freak