Supplier Quality Engineer

Are you looking for a new opportunity within the medical device industry?Key Responsibilities Technical Team Member on cross-functional teams, comprising representatives from Purchasing, Supplier Quality, Commercial and Business Units responsible for all aspects of Supplier Management, with a focus on Chemical components purchased in BSC Galway (e.g., adhesives, solvents, drugs, etc).Demonstrates Technical skills in Materials Management and Chemical manufacturing processes and applications in the medical device industry.Identifies, supports and leads Material Value Improvement Projects (MVIPs) throughout the Supply Chain.Works closely with Manufacturing Engineering colleagues to identify material cost-reduction opportunities through line tours, brainstorming sessions, etc.Works with Procurement, Supplier Quality Engineering, Receiving Inspection & Business Units to ensure that the components meet established requirements.Communicates effectively with Internal & External Stakeholders.Identifies and evaluates new suppliers as part of a cross-functional team.Evaluates technical changes requested by suppliers for purchased parts.Contributes to the development, maintenance and improvement of Supplier Management Policies and Procedures.Education & Experience Requires expanded conceptual and technical and/or functional knowledge in own job functionTechnical knowledge and skills in Materials Management and Chemical manufacturing processes and applications in the medical device industry.Holds at least 3 years' experience in a relevant engineering field.Demonstrates working knowledge of business and industry practices and company processes to accomplish own workStrong problem-solving skills.Explains information of limited complexity to others in straightforward situationsOrganizes, presents and explains data/information, to internal and cross-functional audiences.Demonstrates technical competency and good communication skills when reporting information to peers and/or management.