Global Distribution & Fulfillment Quality Leader

BD; Oost-Vlaanderen; On-site; EUR 106,000 - 161,000; Full time

Job summary

Waters seeks a Distribution & Fulfillment Quality Leader to elevate global quality standards across our distribution and logistics network. You will guide QA strategy from manufacturing to final delivery, partnering with cross-functional teams to ensure regulatory adherence and continuous improvement.

This role sits at the intersection of Quality, Supply Chain, and Operations, leading initiatives with 3PLs and internal teams to enhance product integrity and risk management worldwide.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent 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 ISO 13485/ISO 9001.
• Experience leading QA for distribution operations, warehouse functions, and third-party logistics providers.
• Knowledge of Good Storage and Distribution Practices (GSDP) and risk management methods.
• Proven ability to direct audits, investigations, CAPAs, and sustained improvements.
• Strong collaboration, communication, and project leadership in global cross-functional settings.
• Proactive, analytical, solutions-focused with a drive for quality excellence.

Responsibilities

• Direct quality control for international distribution and fulfillment activities ensuring product integrity and regulatory adherence.
• Develop, implement, and improve QMS processes for distribution centers and logistics networks.
• Establish and manage Quality Agreements with 3PLs, distributors, and external partners.
• Ensure compliance with GSDP, including cold chain management and warehousing controls.
• Lead investigations for deviations, damages, shipping errors, complaints, and CAPAs.
• Support audits and maintain relevant quality certifications (ISO 13485, ISO 9001).
• Drive strategic quality improvements with global collaborators to boost efficiency and compliance.
• Develop quality metrics and reporting; support licensing requirements and training initiatives.

Skills

Quality leadership

Regulatory compliance

Quality systems

Cross-functional collaboration

Audits & CAPAs

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Quality/Engineering/Life Sciences/Supply Chain/Logistics

Job description

Waters seeks a Distribution & Fulfillment Quality Leader to elevate global quality standards across our distribution and logistics network. You will guide QA strategy from manufacturing to final delivery, partnering with cross-functional teams to ensure regulatory adherence and continuous improvement.

This role sits at the intersection of Quality, Supply Chain, and Operations, leading initiatives with 3PLs and internal teams to enhance product integrity and risk management worldwide.