Internal title: Senior Engineer Quality
Department: Quality Assurance and Regulatory Affairs
Reports to: Senior Supplier Quality Manager
Location: Utrecht (next to the Central Railway Station)

About us

Medline is a leading provider of medical-surgical products and supply chain solutions, serving all points of care. Through a wide-ranging product portfolio, a robust supply chain network and modern clinical solutions, Medline helps healthcare providers (HCPs) improve their clinical, financial and operational outcomes. Headquartered in Northfield, Illinois, United States, the company employs more than 43,000 people worldwide and operates in more than 100 countries and territories. Outside the US, Medline International B.V. serves as the international headquarters and is in Utrecht, the Netherlands

To learn more about Medline’s operations in Europe, visit www.medline.eu.

Purpose

As Supplier Quality Engineer you will be responsible for managing and improving supplier quality across multiple sites in Asia and EMEA. You ensure Medline International EMEA suppliers comply with quality standards, regulatory requirements and organizational expectations while supporting supplier development and driving continuous improvement. You will collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners to deliver exceptional product quality and minimize risk.

How can you help us?

• Supplier Management & Oversight
  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.

• Quality Assurance & Compliance
  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.

• Collaboration & Cross‑Functional Support
  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.

• Reporting & Data Analysis
  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.

• Continuous Improvement
  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.

Are you a match?

• 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.

What we offer

• 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.

Ready for a new challenge?

Medline thrives when everyone feels truly connected and empowered to contribute their unique insights. We aim to ensure an environment where every individual feels a strong sense of belonging and is fully engaged. We're eager to welcome applicants, regardless of background and/or lived experiences, recognising that our differences in perspectives enables us to carry out our mission to help improve healthcare delivery and outcomes. We look forward to receiving your application.

Contact

Please apply below with your CV or LinkedIn profile before 14th of February. We look forward hearing from you!