Corporate Auditor EMEA

This is where you save and sustain lives

At Baxter, we are deeply connected by our mission. No matter your role at Baxter, your work makes a positive impact on people around the world. You'll feel a sense of purpose throughout the organization, as we know our work improves outcomes for millions of patients.

Baxter's products and therapies are found in almost every hospital worldwide, in clinics and in the home. For over 85 years, we have pioneered significant medical innovations that transform healthcare.

Together, we create a place where we are happy, successful and inspire each other. This is where you can do your best work.

Join us at the intersection of saving and sustaining lives—where your purpose accelerates our mission.

Summary

Responsible for supporting Baxter's Corporate Internal Audit program. Ensure compliance to company policies / regulations and standards globally. Collaborate cross-functionally within Baxter’s functions/businesses. Grow the auditing capability within Quality Assurance, applying expertise, knowledge and experience of best-practice methodologies and practices in industry.

To succeed in this role, the candidate should have extensive auditing experience within the drug and medical device areas. This role can be home-based but will require travel for audits primarily in EMEA / APAC (however there may be some in the US to support colleagues (around 50%). Travel may also be required for inspection support

What You'll do:

• Performs Quality Management System (QMS) compliance audits as a team member and/or lead as the need arises

• Interacts with all levels of internal Management across functions and business units

• Communicates results of audits and internal control evaluations in reports and presentations

• Evaluates audit responses for adequacy, including root cause, timeliness as well as applies knowledge to facilitate appropriate corrective action

• Resolves complex issues and raises concerns through business and Quality Management

• Serves as а cGMP consultant/subject matter expert and provides researched and supported opinions to complex compliance issues

• As needed, participates in and/or supports preparation of regulatory agency inspections and/or responses to external observations

• Maintains all organizational and professional ethical standards, while actively advocating and monitoring compliance

• Actively supports continuous improvement of the audit program and Global Compliance

• Participates in special projects/investigations as needed

• Acts as а mentor/coach to guest auditors and new hires

We are looking for someone who has:

• Thorough knowledge of applicable Global regulations and standard

• Demonstrable multitasking, project management, and execution skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including presentation skills

• Strong courage of conviction, conflict resolution, interpersonal and influencing skills

• Strong technical, analytical, judgment and problem-solving skills

• Ability to establish relationships across functional boundaries at multiple levels internally /externally

• Ability to independently make quick, sound decisions with limited data and implement appropriate judgment on when to escalate information

• Ability to be self-motivated and work independently within defined timelines

• Working knowledge of quality system software (e.g. Trackwise)

• Role requires 50% travel

Education and/or Experience.

• Bachelor's Degree (Science or Engineering preferred)

• Microbiology background desirable

• Minimum оf 7+ years оf experience in Quality, Compliance, Manufacturing, Engineering or related field - with 5+ years of management experience preferred

• Past experience as an FDA/MHRA or other body Inspector desirable

• Independent Certifications desired (e.g. CQA, RAPS)

We offer

• Fixed-term contract for 3 months and then for an indefinite period.

• Competitive salary, annual bonuses, recognition award program.

• Culture built on our values: collaboration, speed, courage and simplicity.

• Possibilities for development on a personal and professional level in one of the leading global MedTech companies.

• Package of benefits including Private medical care (Lux Med), Life Insurance, Multisport card.

• Bax4U - cafeteria/lunch cards (300 PLN).

• PPE program with very attractive conditions available for each employee after 3 months.

• Educational support: fully covered language courses (English or other languages according to business needs), financial certifications (ACCA, CIMA).

• Co-financing of holidays and an additional 2 days off from work annually.

• Day off for birthday.

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

• Bax Flex - hybrid model - 3 days from the office.

• Extraordinary Warsaw office location - Powiśle!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Reasonable Accommodations

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