VP - Quality, Americas

We are seeking a strategic and influential VP - Quality, Americas to lead quality excellence across our Residential & Light Commercial HVAC manufacturing and distribution operations throughout the Americas.Reporting directly to the Vice President & Chief Operating Officer, this executive leadership role is responsible for developing and executing quality strategies that ensure our products consistently meet regulatory requirements, customer expectations, and company standards for excellence. The VP - Quality will drive a culture of continuous improvement, operational excellence, and customer focus while leading quality initiatives across multiple manufacturing and distribution sites.This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced quality leader who thrives in complex manufacturing environments and is passionate about transforming quality systems, developing talent, and delivering world-class results on a regional scale.Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic LeadershipDevelop and execute a comprehensive quality strategy aligned with business objectives and growth plans across the Americas.Provide leadership and direction for quality initiatives across multiple manufacturing and distribution locations.Partner with operations, supply chain, engineering, and commercial leadership to embed quality into every aspect of the business.Drive innovation, digital transformation, and continuous improvement initiatives that enhance quality performance and customer satisfaction.Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure quality effectiveness, defect reduction, process capability, and operational excellence.Quality Systems & Operational ExcellenceLead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of quality management systems across the region.Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements, industry standards, and customer-specific expectations.Develop and maintain robust processes for auditing, risk management, corrective actions, and continuous improvement.Partner with manufacturing teams to optimize processes, reduce variation, improve product reliability, and strengthen quality performance.Lead investigations of significant quality issues and implement sustainable solutions.Customer & Supplier QualityServe as a key executive leader in customer quality engagement and quality-related escalations.Build strong partnerships with customers to understand requirements and ensure satisfaction.Oversee supplier quality programs, ensuring alignment with company standards and driving continuous improvement throughout the supply chain.Conduct assessments and audits of strategic suppliers and manufacturing operations to maintain high-quality performance.Cross-Functional CollaborationCollaborate with R&D, engineering, manufacturing, logistics, regulatory, and commercial teams throughout the product lifecycle.Ensure quality principles are integrated into new product development, manufacturing processes, and distribution operations.Influence stakeholders across diverse cultures, functions, and geographic regions to achieve business objectives.Talent Development & LeadershipLead, mentor, and develop a geographically dispersed team of quality professionals across multiple locations.Build organizational capability through succession planning, coaching, and professional development.Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning.Champion quality awareness through communication, training, and leadership engagement.