Director Of Qa
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Rik Schelfhorst is listed as Director of QA at Esperante Development, based in Baarn, Utrecht, Netherlands. AeroLeads shows a matched LinkedIn profile for Rik Schelfhorst.
Rik Schelfhorst previously worked as Global Director QA Distribution and Affiliates at Bausch Health Companies Inc. and Director QA Distribution EMEA at Bausch Health Companies Inc.. Rik Schelfhorst holds Master Of Science (M.Sc.), Transport And Distribution Management from University Of Lincoln.
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About Rik Schelfhorst
Results driven Quality leader with 20+ years Quality Assurance experience in Pharmaceutical, Medical Device and Life Sciences Supply Chains and Logistics.Innovative thinker with a proven track record for pragmatic and systemic solutions for Good Distribution Practices and in the development and implementation of robust quality management systems for Supply Chains, distribution centres and global commercial operations.International leader with proven ability to build, develop and manage global, multicultural and high-performing teams and alliances.
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Global Director Qa Distribution And Affiliates
Senior Quality Leadership Team member driving global quality compliance within the supply chain and commercial organizations (50 FTE / 85 locations)Achieved sustainable QA compliance in all global distribution and commercial locations. Developed and implemented a global GxP learning academyDrive efficiencies through simplification; e.g. realized €600K in freight savings, improved new product introduction, optimized goods returns processIntegrated the North America Quality organization with the global organization
Feb 2019 - Oct 2024
Director Qa Distribution Emea
Build and lead the EMEA QA distribution and QA commercial organization (29 FTE / 44 locations)Established Quality oversight for the Distribution and commercial organizationAchieved QA compliance in all Bausch locations by establishing a regional QA vision and strategy, a regional QMS, QA guidelines, active support for local QMS implementation, GDP auditing and GxP training. QPIs over 98%Supported sites with audits from external agencies e.g. regional/local government authorities, Notified Bodies and FDA.
Aug 2013 - Feb 2019
Qa Manager Emea
Daily management of the QMS and QA team (6) at the Distribution Centre in the Netherlands, Italy and GreeceManaged succesful ISO 13485 recertification for the main Distribution CentreSuccessful integration of the Valeant QA organization
Dec 2012 - Aug 2013
Qa Manager Global Distribution
Responsible for GxP compliance of the Global Distribution Network, the DHL Distribution Centre and DHL Global ForwardingDevelopment and implemented a KPI website to monitor global temperature controlled shipmentsEstablished and validated new cold chain shipping systems and shipment lanes, realized savings €488K
Dec 2010 - Dec 2012
Supply Chain Manager
Leading, inspiring and managing the logistics teams in the Benelux regioncovering three locations. Logistics, freight and supply management.
Dec 2009 - Dec 2010
Stock Management Scheme Manager
Responsible for the development and implementation of an International Stock Management Scheme.
Jan 2008 - Dec 2008
Supply Chain Specialist
Responsible for daily supply chain operations in EMEA regionInitiated various successful programs: Inventory reduction (savings €9M), Freight negotiations (savings €1,5M), ocean freight for disposable products (savings €550K). Oracle implementationActed as interim operations manager for Stryker UK, Sweden and Spain.
Jun 2004 - Jan 2008
Class A Program Manager
Responsible for the implementation and accreditation of the Class A business excellence program.
Jan 2003 - Jun 2004
Team Leader Mps Team
Apr 2000 - Dec 2002
Network Planner
Jun 1996 - Apr 2000
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Rik Schelfhorst education
Master Of Science (M.Sc.), Transport And Distribution Management
Bachelor'S Degree, Transport And Logistics
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What company does Rik Schelfhorst work for?
Rik Schelfhorst works for Esperante Development.
What is Rik Schelfhorst's role at Esperante Development?
Rik Schelfhorst is listed as Director of QA at Esperante Development.
Where is Rik Schelfhorst based?
Rik Schelfhorst is based in Baarn, Utrecht, Netherlands while working with Esperante Development.
What companies has Rik Schelfhorst worked for?
Rik Schelfhorst has worked for Esperante Development, Bausch Health Companies Inc., Merck Serono, Lg Electronics, and Biogen Idec International Bv.
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What schools did Rik Schelfhorst attend?
Rik Schelfhorst holds Master Of Science (M.Sc.), Transport And Distribution Management from University Of Lincoln.
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