We are supporting an innovative medical device company looking for a Supplier Quality Engineer to ensure supplier compliance, drive continuous improvement, and maintain the highest quality standards for raw materials and components. If you have experience in supplier quality, regulatory compliance, and quality systems like ISO 13485, this is a fantastic opportunity to grow in a dynamic international environment!
Key Responsibilities:
Manage supplier compliance with ISO 13485, EU MDR, and FDA 21 CFR 820, ensuring adherence to supplier control procedures.
Work closely with suppliers on quality-related issues, driving supplier corrective actions (SCARs) and supporting Material Review Board (MRB) processes.
Qualify and approve new and existing suppliers, ensuring they meet regulatory and company requirements.
Develop and remediate component and raw material specifications, ensuring suppliers maintain agreed quality standards.
Monitor and report on supplier performance metrics, supporting audits and business reviews.
Identify and drive continuous improvement projects across suppliers and internal teams.
Support internal and external audits, including supplier audits, to maintain regulatory compliance.
Investigate and resolve supplier-related non-conformances, implementing preventive actions.
Collaborate with engineering, operations, and procurement teams to improve supply chain quality and efficiency.
Requirements:
Minimum 3 years of experience in supplier quality, quality engineering, or a related field, preferably in medical devices or another highly regulated industry.
Fluent English required; fluency in French is a plus
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, quality, or a related field preferred.
Experience managing supplier audits, corrective actions, and quality agreements.
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze and improve supplier quality processes.
Ability to work in a global/matrix organization, collaborating across time zones and cultures.
Highly organized, proactive, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and quality management software.
Who Are Adaptive Life Science?
Here at Adaptive Life Science, we provide specialised recruitment services to the Life Science sector, covering the Medical Device, Diagnostic, and Biotech industries globally.
We are connected with the most innovative medical companies in the world, and are ready to support your career development with them.
Why Apply With Us?
Our services are 100% free to candidates, and our focus is helping you find your dream job that aligns with your career goals, technical skill set, and culture fit. We offer a range of services, including:
Expert advice on your CV and cover letter
Guidance on salary expectations
Personalized interview preparation
Connections to exclusive job opportunities
Assistance in negotiating the best possible offers
50% of the CVs we send to clients are accepted
Accepted or declined, either way we will provide you with feedback
We believe in being your trusted advisor throughout your job search. We will take the stress out of the process by working around your schedule, and with your needs.
Who Do Adaptive Work With?
We offer a wide portfolio of over 150+ Life Science companies, from start-ups with impressive funding and innovative product development, mid-sized companies investing in R&D, all the way to market leaders with significant global presence.
If you are interested in this role, please apply with your CV or contact Dominika Wyrwinska for further details on this opportunity and additional vacancies in the medical device, biotech, and diagnostics industry.
