Supplier Quality Engineer
Supplier Quality Engineer
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Job Description
Join our organization a global company committed to delivering high-quality materials and components that support human and animal health. We value collaboration continuous improvement and the professional growth of our people. If you want to make a measurable impact on product quality and supplier performance across a dynamic supply chain this role offers hands-on responsibility and strong cross-functional exposure.
Role overview
We are seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to serve as the primary point of contact for highrisk and escalated suppliers that provide purchased materials to our Human Health and/or Animal Health sites. You will be assigned to one of five categories (Glass Primary Packaging Secondary Packaging Product Contact or Raw Materials) and will also provide cross-category support during workload surges.
Reporting to the Supplier Development and Performance Management Associate Director you will lead supplier investigations and improvement initiatives coach suppliers on quality and regulatory expectations and partner with internal stakeholders (Operations Quality Planning Global Procurement Global Technology Operations) to ensure robust supply continuity and compliance.
Why this role matters
- Protect patient and animal safety by ensuring supplier compliance with worldwide regulatory requirements and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs)
- Drive measurable supplier improvement through root-cause investigations and execution of Supplier Improvement Plans (SIPs) and CAPAs
- Influence cross-functional stakeholders and help shape supplier quality strategy across the region
Key responsibilities
- Act as primary regional contact for suppliers and internal sites; support assigned category (Glass Primary Packaging Secondary Packaging Product Contact or Raw Materials) and provide cross-category assistance as required
- Travel to supplier and site locations (up to 50%) to resolve manufacturing quality technical and supply issues; lead on-site investigations and improvement activities
- Monitor and maintain supplier compliance with regulatory requirements cGMPs Quality Management Systems (QMS) and contractual obligations
- Lead supplier deviation investigations and develop irreversible corrective and preventative actions using structured problem-solving methods
- Develop execute and monitor Supplier Improvement Plans for Constant Care suppliers and support SIPs for Critical Care suppliers
- Provide technical guidance on component/material usage and work with suppliers to upskill capabilities and improve materials/services
- Manage supplier-related deviation management responses to audit findings and customer complaints; own supplier investigations and report outcomes to weekly Tier meetings
- Contribute to quality agreements supplier metrics and scorecards; support periodic business reviews with suppliers
- Escalate significant issues to the SD&PM Associate Director and relevant site personnel
What were looking for
- Relevant scientific technical manufacturing or quality experience sufficient to administer and control supplier quality and technical programs
- Strong knowledge of cGMPs regulatory requirements and Quality Management Systems
- Demonstrated ability to lead root-cause investigations and drive effective CAPAs/SIPs
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills able to liaise effectively with suppliers site teams and global functions
- Willingness and ability to travel up to 50% within the region
- Category specialization in Glass Primary or Secondary Packaging Product Contact or Raw Materials is preferred; ability to support across categories is essential
What we offer
- A collaborative inclusive work environment where your technical expertise directly contributes to product quality and safety
- Opportunities for professional development and cross-functional exposure across Quality Operations Procurement and Technical teams
- Competitive benefits package (details provided during the application process)
If youre passionate about supplier quality and want to work in a role with real ownership and impact wed love to hear from you
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Job Posting End Date:
09/20/2025*A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFOREthe listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.
Employment Type
Full-Time
