We are the people who give possibilities purpose

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

Job Description

The Supplier Quality Account Leader (SQAL) is responsible for ensuring the quality compliance of components, materials, products, and services provided by assigned suppliers. The SQAL also drives supplier quality performance and continuous improvement initiatives throughout the supplier lifecycle. Acting as the primary quality representative between BD and its suppliers, the SQAL serves as the key point of contact for all supplier-related quality matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze supplier quality performance indicators (SCARs, non-conformities, customer complaints, etc.).
• Identify quality trends, gaps, and risks, and define appropriate corrective and preventive action plans.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives and supplier development projects.
• Support suppliers in enhancing their quality maturity and managing change control activities.
• Serve as the primary point of contact during supplier quality issues or crisis situations.
• Lead critical investigations, perform root cause analyses, and ensure the effective implementation of CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Action) plans.

Profile Required

• Master’s degree (Bac+5) in Quality, Engineering, Materials Science, or a related technical discipline.
• Fluent English, both written and spoken.
• Specialization in Quality Assurance or Materials Science is considered an advantage.
• 5 to 10 years of experience in Supplier Quality, Quality Project Management, or Operational Quality within an industrial environment.
• Experience within the pharmaceutical, medical device, life sciences, or similarly regulated industries.
• Strong knowledge of supplier quality processes, root cause analysis, CAPA management, and continuous improvement methodologies.
  

Compensation Range €48,000 to €58,000 gross annual salary, depending on experience, qualifications, and overall profile.

Why Join Us?

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.

We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.

To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers.

Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

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