CQ Specialist Supplier management

Johnson & Johnson MedTech; Dublin; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson in Dublin is seeking a Senior Quality Systems Specialist to act as regional SME for quality processes across the EMEA region, coaching the CQ community and driving QMS improvements.

The role interfaces with cross-functional teams to ensure timely metrics, audit readiness, and regulatory compliance, while supporting continual process simplification and global quality initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, Supply Chain, or related discipline; advanced degree preferred.
• 4–6 years of experience in Quality Assurance, Commercial Quality, or supplier quality management within a regulated medical device or pharmaceutical environment.
• Previous experience leading supplier focused quality activities or workstreams.
• Strong knowledge of quality management systems and supplier quality processes.
• Experience managing supplier investigations, nonconformances, and CAPA.
• Experience with ISO certification, Notified body; Health authority inspection experience preferred.
• Detailed understanding of QM Systems and local/regional (EMEA) Medical Device regulations
• Understanding the linkages in Quality and Regulatory compliance in delivery to customer and health authority.
• Ability to work cross‑functionally and influence internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the management of assigned Quality System processes and serve as SME (Subject Matter Expert) e.g. Document & Record Management, Quality Agreements, Change Control, Repack Relabel, Purchasing Controls, Audit, CAPA, training etc.
• Provide guidance and support and coaching on assigned processes & systems.
• Ensure adequate communication of quality compliance needs and status to all affected sites/organizations.
• Drive simplification, standardization, and continuous improvement of processes across the EMEA region.
• Ensure timely and consistent reporting of metrics and KPIs associated with assigned processes.
• Provide regional audit/inspection readiness support.
• Builds strategic partnerships regionally and globally, and support implementation of solutions.
• Perform other related duties as required.
• Monitor compliance with company policies and quality procedures
• Evaluate quality processes and recommend improvements to meet regulatory requirements

Skills

Quality mindset

Analytical skills

Cross-functional influence

Problem solving

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, Supply Chain, or related

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

At Johnson & Johnson,we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build aworld where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured,where treatments are smarter and less invasive, andsolutions are personal.Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity.Learn more at jnj.com.

As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.

Job Function

Quality

Job Sub Function

Customer/Commercial Quality

Job Category

Professional

All Job Posting Locations

Dublin, Ireland, Paris, Île-de-France, France, Zuchwil, Switzerland

Job Description

DePuy Synthes is recruiting for a(n) Commercial Quality Specialist, Supplier Management

Please note that this role is available across multiple countries and may be posted under different requisition numbers to comply with local requirements. While you are welcome to apply to any or all of the postings, we recommend focusing on the specific country(s) that align with your preferred location(s):

Zuchwil, Switzerland - Requisition Number: R-098078

Paris, France and Dublin, Ireland - Requisition Number: R-099809

Remember, whether you apply to one or all of these requisition numbers, your applications will be considered as a single submission.

Job Description

Senior Quality Systems (QS) Specialist acts as Regional SME (Subject Matter Expert) for selected processes and systems, coaches the wider EMEA CQ community and supports improvement and simplification of the Quality Management System in the EMEA region.

The role will interface with related organizations to ensure a consistent and systematic process is followed and that metrics are reported timely.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for the management of assigned Quality System processes and serve as SME (Subject Matter Expert) e.g. Document & Record Management, Quality Agreements, Change Control, Repack Relabel, Purchasing Controls, Audit, CAPA, training etc.
• Provide guidance and support and coaching on assigned processes & systems.
• Ensure adequate communication of quality compliance needs and status to all affected sites/organizations.
• Drive simplification, standardization, and continuous improvement of processes across the EMEA region.
• Ensure timely and consistent reporting of metrics and KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) associated with assigned processes.
• Provide regional audit/inspection readiness support.
• Builds strategic partnerships regionally and globally, and support implementation of solutions.
• Perform other related duties as required.
• Monitor compliance with company policies and quality procedures
• Evaluate quality processes and recommend improvements to meet regulatory requirements

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, Supply Chain, or a related scientific or technical discipline. Advanced degree preferred.
• 4–6 years of experience in Quality Assurance, Commercial Quality, or supplier quality management within a regulated medical device or pharmaceutical environment.
• Previous experience leading supplier focused quality activities or workstreams.
• Strong knowledge of quality management systems and supplier quality processes.
• Experience managing supplier investigations, nonconformances, and CAPA.
• Experience with ISO certification, Notified body; Health authority inspection experience preferred.
• Detailed understanding of QM Systems and local/regional (EMEA) Medical Device regulations
• Understanding the linkages in Quality and Regulatory compliance in delivery to customer and health authority.
• Ability to work cross‑functionally and influence internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.

Preferred

• Experience supporting EU MDR‑regulated medical device products.
• Experience conducting or supporting supplier audits and assessments.
• Experience in orthopedic or implantable medical device products.
• Familiarity with supplier performance metrics and risk‑based monitoring approaches.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement or risk management methodologies.

Other

• Language: Fluent in English;
• Travel: Limited travel as required
• Certifications: Quality‑related certifications (e.g., ISO, ASQ) preferred.

Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopaedics business to establish a standalone orthopaedics company, operating as DePuy Synthes. The process of the planned separation is anticipated to be completed within 18 to 24 months, subject to legal requirements, including consultation with works councils and other employee representative bodies, as may be required, regulatory approvals and other customary conditions and approvals. Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following conclusion of the transaction, you would be an employee of DePuy Synthes and your employment would be governed by DePuy Synthes employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans. In that case, details of any planned changes would be provided to you by DePuy Synthes at an appropriate time and subject to any necessary consultation processes.

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, external applicants please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers, internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

Required Skills

Audit Management, Business Behavior, Coaching, Compliance Management, Continuous Improvement, Data Analysis, Detail-Oriented, Goal Attainment, Internal Controls, Issue Escalation, Problem Solving, Process Oriented, Quality Control (QC), Quality Management Systems (QMS), Quality Standards, Regulatory Environment

Preferred Skills

Audit Management, Business Behavior, Coaching, Compliance Management, Continuous Improvement, Data Analysis, Detail-Oriented, Goal Attainment, Internal Controls, Issue Escalation, Problem Solving, Process Oriented, Quality Control (QC), Quality Management Systems (QMS), Quality Standards, Regulatory Environment