Sr. QS Specialist
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Job Location:
Weesp - Netherlands
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
17-10-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Senior Quality Systems Specialist
About Abbott
Abbott is a global leader in healthcare committed to helping people live not only longer but also better lives. Abbott employs approximately 110000 people in 160 countries and has a diverse portfolio in diagnostics medical devices nutrition and pharmaceuticals.
About Abbott Weesp
Abbott Weesp is a key site within Abbotts Established Pharmaceuticals Division (EPD) featuring state-of-the-art production facilities and hosting several global EPD departments. At this advanced site skilled professionals are engaged in the daily production of active pharmaceutical ingredients used in products such as laxatives hormones and influenza vaccines.
About the Quality Systems Department
The Quality Systems department is an integral part of our Quality organization with team members located at both EPD sites in the Netherlands: Weesp and Olst. Employees across both locations collaborate closely to ensure consistent quality standards. At the Weesp site the Quality Systems team works in close partnership with the on-site chemical and biological production units.
Our Mission
The Quality Systems department is responsible for developing implementing and maintaining policies procedures and systems that ensure compliance with pharmaceutical industry regulations. The department plays a critical role in establishing and continuously improving quality systems to safeguard the integrity and excellence of our products.
About the Role
As a Senior Quality System Specialist you will be the highest-level expert within the Quality Systems team. You will take ownership of selected quality systems lead implementation projects and act as a mentor to your colleagues.
Key Responsibilities
- Act as system owner for selected quality systems including defining procedures and ensuring effective implementation.
- Lead and participate in both small and large-scale improvement projects.
- Ensure compliance with internal and external regulations (e.g. GMP HALAL).
- Provide expert guidance on quality principles and regulatory requirements.
- Maintain structure and support routine tasks to ensure system integrity.
- Manage stakeholders across local and global teams.
- Support audit readiness and follow-up activities.
- Develop and deliver training within your area of expertise.
Qualifications
- Minimum HBO-level education (Bachelors degree or equivalent) in Pharmacy Quality Technical Discipline or a related field.
- 5 years of experience in a quality function.
- Broad knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry guidelines.
- Strong analytical skills and a systematic approach to problem-solving.
- Proven experience in project management and stakeholder engagement.
- Experience in performance optimization and data visualization.
- Fluent in English and able to communicate professionally in Dutch
What do we offer
Abbott offers a varied challenging and international role in a dynamic and pleasant working environment. You can expect excellent primary and secondary employment conditions a positive work atmosphere a personal growth plan extensive training opportunities and strong career prospects. We strive for progressnot only in healthcare solutions but also in the lives and careers of our employees. Our global work across many areas of healthcare provides a rich environment for exploring career paths interests and opportunities.
How to apply
You can apply by sending your CV and motivation letter via this website. Applications will be reviewed ongoing.
The base pay for this position is
N/AIn specific locations the pay range may vary from the range posted.
JOB FAMILY:
Operations Quality
DIVISION:
EPD Established Pharma
LOCATION:
Netherlands > Weesp : WHS 02
ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:
WORK SHIFT:
Standard
TRAVEL:
Not specified
MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:
Not Applicable
SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:
Not Applicable
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
- Variation Orders
- QS
- Construction Projects
- Cost Estimates
- Sub-Contractors
- Civil Engineering
- Cost Control
- Construction Documents
- Autocad
- Cost Planning
- Contract Documents
- Contractual Claims
- Cost Analysis
- Feasibility Studies
About Company
WHO WE ARE CREATING LIFE-CHANGING TECHNOLOGY From removing the regular pain of fingersticks as people manage their diabetes to connecting patients to doctors with real-time information monitoring their hearts, from easing chronic pain and movement disorders to testing half the world’s ... View more
