Supplier Quality Engineer

Job Summary

Supplier Quality Engineer – Responsible for overseeing and managing the supplier base under BDCH contracts. Ensures that products sourced from external suppliers meet BD’s quality standards and comply with global regulatory requirements.

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies, advancing the world of health™. It combines design, engineering, manufacturing, and marketing to deliver transformative solutions.

BD is certified as a Top Employer 2025 in the United Kingdom and offers an inclusive, growth‑centered culture. You will work with inspirational leaders, shape BD’s future, and contribute to advancements that improve patient outcomes.

As a key member supporting BD Switzerland, the Associate will manage a portfolio of finished goods suppliers, maintaining strong relationships, ensuring alignment with BD’s quality standards, and proactively resolving issues to uphold product quality and compliance. Close collaboration with Quality and Regulatory teams across regions is essential.

• Support development and maintenance of supplier qualification/re‑qualification activities for the BDCH supplier base.
• Support supplier audit schedule and ensure audits are conducted per procedures.
• Support ongoing quality improvement projects and initiatives.
• Maintain detailed knowledge of ISO 13485:2016, MDSAP, MDR, and other applicable ISO standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Engineering / Science degree or equivalent experience.
• Awareness of worldwide quality system regulations (EU MDR, ISO 13485, 21
  
  CFR 820) – preferred.
• Experience in quality processes such as CAPA, Complaint Management, Risk Management – preferred.
• Experience conducting audits to international standards (ISO 9001:2015, ISO 13485:2016).
• Results‑oriented with strong organization and time‑management skills.
• Effective communication in an international environment with external partners and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in English.

• ISO 13485 Medical Devices
• Quality Management Systems (QMS)
• Supplier Auditing & Qualification
• Supplier Quality Management

• Problem Solving
• Quality Improvement
• Risk Management
• Technical Writing

£44,000 – £48,000 plus bonus and benefits. Salary range also shown as £42,000 – £71,400 GBP annually. Benefits include a performance‑based package, recognition opportunities, and a supportive workplace culture.

Becton, Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic status, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.