Hybrid Supplier Quality Engineer

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About the role

  • Supplier Quality Engineer responsible for managing supplier quality performance across Asia and EMEA. Collaborating with internal and external partners to ensure compliance and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

  • Manage and monitor quality performance of suppliers across Asia and EMEA.
  • Build strong supplier relationships to ensure alignment on quality and operational goals.
  • Review quality audits to ensure compliance with ISO 13485, ISO 9001, MDR 2017/745 and customer requirements.
  • Implement and maintain supplier quality processes and control plans with QA.
  • Lead SCAR investigations and ensure effective CAPA implementation.
  • Ensure supplier compliance with all relevant international standards and regulations.
  • Partner with Procurement, Quality & Regulatory, Operations and Supply Chain to align supplier quality with business needs.
  • Serve as primary quality contact for suppliers and resolve issues efficiently.
  • Support qualification of new suppliers and collaborate closely with Medline Shanghai.
  • Maintain accurate records of supplier audits, metrics and corrective actions.
  • Provide regular supplier quality performance reports and risk insights.
  • Use data analysis to identify root causes and drive strategic improvements.
  • Identify and lead quality and process improvement initiatives internally and with suppliers.
  • Apply best practices to strengthen the QMS and reduce non‑conformances.
  • Monitor and improve key KPIs such as PPM, on‑time delivery, audit outcomes, complaints, and inspection results.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Supply Chain Management or a related field.
  • Minimum five years of experience in Supplier Quality Management, ideally in global manufacturing or medical devices.
  • In‑depth knowledge and formal training in ISO 9001, ISO 13485, and MDR 2017/745.
  • Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Six Sigma Green/Black Belt or equivalent certification.
  • ISO 13485 Lead Auditor certification.
  • Proficiency in Excel, Power BI and data analysis/reporting tools.
  • Strong understanding of supplier quality processes and quality standards.

Benefits

  • An opportunity to make a significant impact during a pivotal phase in Medline’s growth and transformation.
  • A dynamic, international work environment.
  • Direct exposure to senior leadership and involvement in high-visibility projects.
  • One-year contract, with the expectation of a permanent contract following successful completion.
  • Market based base salary and a bonus plan.
  • Employee Assistance Program and wellness allowance.
  • 26 vacation days with the option to purchase 5 additional days.

Job title

Supplier Quality Engineer

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

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Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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