Blackfield Associates is partnered with a leading Global Consumer goods organisation based in Kent in the search for a Quality Lead (EMEA) on a 40 hour, 12 month contract.
As the GMG Quality Lead, you will play a key role in managing quality systems and ensuring compliance across the Europe and Africa regions.
This includes ensuring adherence to global regulatory standards such as MDD/MDR, ISO13485, and MHRA requirements.
You will drive the quality strategy for new product launches, manage quality oversight, and champion compliance to deliver high-quality, innovative solutions for clients.
Key Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
Lead quality and compliance activities across business operations, ensuring alignment with corporate policies and international regulatory standards.
Manage the Quality Management System (QMS) for the Europe and Africa regions, including conducting audits, investigating product complaints, and implementing corrective actions.
Collaborate with key teams such as R&D, Regulatory, Manufacturing, and Commercial to develop and execute quality plans for product launches and updates.
Analyse and monitor quality metrics to assess the effectiveness of the QMS, driving continuous improvement and ensuring full compliance with global standards.
The ideal candidate will hold a degree in Engineering, Quality, or Science, with at extensive experience in technical quality roles within the consumer products or medical device sectors.
They will have a strong understanding of MDD/MDR, ISO13485, and MHRA requirements, with proven experience in quality systems and risk management.
Exceptional leadership, problem-solving, and audit management skills are essential, alongside the ability to communicate effectively and collaborate across teams and regions.
If you are interested in this opportunity, please send your up-to-date CV to or call Oliver on 02392 314 792 for a confidential discussion.