CQ Specialist Supplier management

Antler; Dublin; On-site; EUR 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Jonn in Dublin, Ireland is seeking a Commercial Quality Specialist, Supplier Management to act as regional SME for quality system processes across EMEA and to support continuous improvements in the QMS.

You will coach cross-functional teams, oversee supplier investigations, CAPA activities, and ensure regulatory readiness while collaborating with global partners. Travel is limited to regional visits as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, Supply Chain, or related field.
• 4–6 years in Quality Assurance or supplier quality in regulated medical devices.
• Experience leading supplier-focused quality activities.
• Strong knowledge of quality management systems and supplier processes.
• Experience managing supplier investigations, nonconformances, CAPA.
• ISO certification and health authority inspection experience.
• Understanding of QM systems and EMEA medical device regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned Quality System processes and act as SME.
• Provide guidance and coaching on processes and systems.
• Communicate quality compliance needs to sites/organizations.
• Drive simplification, standardization, and continuous improvement across EMEA.
• Report metrics and KPIs for assigned processes.
• Support regional audit readiness and inspections.
• Build strategic partnerships regionally and globally to implement solutions.
• Monitor compliance with quality procedures.
• Evaluate quality processes and propose regulatory improvements.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Supplier management

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Education

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

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

At Johnson & Jonn, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions 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 & Jonn 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 & Jonn, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.

All Job Posting Locations

Dublin, Ireland, Issy-les-Moulineaux, France

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.

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 & Jonn 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 & Jonn 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 & Jonn 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.

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FRENCH

DePuy Synthes recrute un(e) Spécialiste Qualité Commerciale, Gestion des Fournisseurs

Veuillez Noter Que Ce Poste Est Ouvert Dans Plusieurs Pays Et Peut Être Publié Sous Différents Numéros De Réquisition Afin De Répondre Aux Exigences Locales. Bien Que Vous Puissiez Postuler à Une Ou Plusieurs Annonces, Nous Vous Recommandons De Privilégier Le Ou Les Pays Correspondant à Vos Préférences De Localisation :

• Zuchwil, Suisse – Numéro de réquisition : R-098078
• Paris, France et Dublin, Irlande – Numéro de réquisition : R-099809

Veuillez noter que, que vous postuliez à une seule ou à plusieurs de ces réquisitions, vos candidatures seront considérées comme une seule soumission.

Le/la Spécialiste Senior des Systèmes Qualité (QS) agit en tant qu’expert régional (SME – Subject Matter Expert) pour certains processus et systèmes, accompagne la communauté CQ EMEA au sens large et soutient l’amélioration ainsi que la simplification du Système de Management de la Qualité dans la région EMEA.

Cette fonction collabore étroitement avec les organisations concernées afin de garantir l’application d’un processus cohérent et systématique, ainsi que la communication des indicateurs dans les délais requis.

Principales responsabilités

• Assurer la gestion des processus du Système Qualité attribués et agir en tant qu’expert