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Senior Manager Quality Assurance

LocationUtrecht, Netherlands
Business SectorMedical Device
Contact nameAimee Brenner
Contact email
Job ref26917
Published3 months ago

Senior Manager of Quality Compliance, EMEA (Medical Devices)

I’m currently partnering with a leading international Medical Device organisation to appoint a Senior Manager of Quality Compliance, EMEA. A senior leadership role with full ownership of quality strategy, compliance, and QMS performance across the region.

This is a high-impact position where you’ll lead QMS, Supplier Quality, and Divisional QA teams, ensuring compliance with EU MDR 2017/745, ISO 13485, and global standards, while driving continuous improvement and operational excellence across multiple sites.

Key focus areas:
• Leadership of regional Quality & Compliance strategy across EMEA
• Oversight of QMS (CAPA, audits, change control, management review)
• Supplier quality and finished goods compliance
• Design controls, risk management (ISO 14971), and product lifecycle quality
• Cross-functional collaboration with RA, R&D, Operations, and global stakeholders
• Leading audits (Notified Bodies, authorities, customers) and regulatory readiness
• Driving harmonisation and simplification of QMS across sites

What we’re looking for:
• 10+ years in Medical Device Quality (Class I/II preferred)
• Strong expertise in EU MDR, ISO 13485, and end-to-end QMS
• Proven leadership experience across multiple teams and locations
• Track record in building quality culture and influencing senior stakeholders
• Strategic mindset with hands-on execution capability
• Expertise with product development activities, including DHF, design controls..

Why consider this role?
You’ll be joining a growing, globally connected business where quality is at the core of innovation and market expansion, offering real scope to shape strategy, lead transformation, and make a lasting impact.

If this sounds like you (or someone in your network) feel free to reach out for a confidential discussion.

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