Distribution & Fulfillment Quality Leader

Becton Dickinson; Erembodegem; On-site; EUR 106,000 - 161,000; Full time

Job summary

Waters is seeking a Distribution & Fulfillment Quality Leader to drive global quality across our distribution and logistics network. You will ensure product integrity from manufacturing to final delivery and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to strengthen regulatory adherence and risk management in an international supply chain.

Key responsibilities include directing quality control for distribution operations, developing and refining QMS processes for DCs and 3PLs, establishing quality

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Quality, Engineering, Life Sciences, Supply Chain, or related field.
• Extensive background in Quality, Compliance, Supply Chain Quality, or Distribution Quality in a regulated industry.
• Strong collaborator management, communication, and project leadership skills in global, cross-functional environments.

Responsibilities

• Direct quality control for international distribution and fulfillment activities, maintaining product integrity and regulatory adherence.
• Develop, implement and improve Quality Management System (QMS) processes for distribution centers and logistics networks.
• Establish Quality Agreements with 3PLs, distributors, and external partners.
• Ensure compliance with Good Storage and Distribution Practices (GSDP), including cold chain management and warehousing controls.
• Lead investigations, deviations, CAPAs, and quality events.
• Support internal, external, and regulatory audits; sustain ISO 13485 and ISO 9001 certifications.
• Drive strategic quality improvements with global collaborators to improve efficiency and compliance.
• Develop quality metrics and reporting; build organizational capability through training and development.

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Quality/Engineering/Life Sciences/Supply Chain

Job description

About the Role

At Waters, quality drives everything we do. We are seeking a Distribution & Fulfillment Quality Leader to join our team and raise global quality standards. This position allows you to offer strategic quality guidance throughout our wide global distribution and logistics network. You will ensure product integrity from manufacturing to final delivery! This opportunity exists at the important convergence of Quality, Supply Chain, and Operations. You'll be responsible for establishing and maintaining reliable quality systems that serve our distribution centers, third‑party logistics collaborators, and fulfillment operations worldwide. Your efforts will be vital in promoting regulatory adherence, risk control, and continuous enhancement activities, alongside supporting the growth and optimization of our international supply chain structure. This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced quality professional to influence global operations significantly. The position requires leading central initiatives and partnering with cross‑functional teams to improve quality performance throughout a complex international supply chain. Your leadership will be critical in encouraging conformity, risk management, and ongoing improvement projects while aiding the growth and optimization of our global distribution network.

Main Responsibilities

• Directing quality control for international distribution and fulfillment activities, maintaining product integrity, regulatory adherence, and operational excellence throughout the supply chain.
• Developing, implementing, and continuously improving Quality Management System (QMS) processes to support distribution centers, fulfillment operations, and logistics networks.
• Establishing and managing Quality Agreements with Third‑Party Logistics (3PL) providers, distributors, and external partners.
• Ensuring compliance with Good Storage and Distribution Practices (GSDP), including cold chain management, transportation monitoring, and warehousing controls.
• Leading investigations and approvals for deviations, product damage events, shipping errors, complaints, CAPAs, and other quality events.
• Supporting internal, external, and regulatory audits, and sustaining relevant quality certifications, including ISO 13485 and ISO 9001 where applicable.
• Driving strategic quality improvement initiatives and partnering with global collaborators to improve operational efficiency and compliance.
• Developing quality metrics and reporting, supporting distribution licensing requirements, and building organizational capability through training and development initiatives.

About You

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Quality, Engineering, Life Sciences, Supply Chain, Logistics, or a similar field.
• Extensive background in Quality, Compliance, Supply Chain Quality, or Distribution Quality in a regulated industry.
• Solid understanding of Quality Management Systems (QMS) and established quality standards, including ISO 13485 and ISO 9001.
• Experience leading quality assurance for distribution operations, warehouse functions, and third‑party logistics providers.
• Knowledge of Good Storage and Distribution Practices (GSDP), transportation quality systems, and risk management methods.
• Verified ability in directing audits, investigations, CAPAs, and sustained improvement efforts.
• Strong collaborator management, communication, and project leadership skills within global, cross‑functional environments.
• A proactive, analytical, and solutions‑focused approach, with a passion for driving quality excellence and business performance.

Primary Work Location

BEL Erembodegem - Dorp 86

Additional Locations

Work Shift At BD, we reward, support and develop our associates through our comprehensive Total Rewards program. We are committed to attracting and retaining high quality talent by providing reward and recognition opportunities that promote a performance‑based culture, as well as a competitive package of compensation and benefits programs. You can learn more on our career site under "Our Commitment to You." Our salary or hourly rate ranges reward associates fairly and competitively. We regularly review these ranges and factors, such as location, contribute to the range displayed. Our pay is based on the role and the necessary skills and education to perform it successfully. The salary or hourly rate offered is determined by the role's specific requirements, including any applicable step rate pay system at the work location. Salary or hourly pay ranges are influenced by labor laws and Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) requirements applicable to the work location which may also affect the workplace arrangement of the role. Salary Range Information €105,800.00 - €161,375.00 EUR Annual BD is a leading global medical technology company that creates medical technology, devices and laboratory equipment for a variety of needs across the healthcare continuum. At BD, we are looking for candidates who possess passion, innovative solutions and a commitment to our one mission of improving access to groundbreaking medical and biotechnology services for people near and far, delivering state‑of‑the‑art technology and cutting‑edge research in the battle to fight and cure infectious diseases. With a global reach that extends across 50 countries worldwide, our network of professionals collaborates on effective measures to deliver enhanced patient quality such as lower health care delivery costs, improved health care and safety, and expanded health care for all. Join our company and see how you can become a part of one global mission to make a difference in human health.

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.

Salary Range Information €105,800.00 - €161,375.00 EUR Annual