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Senior Director - Quality Operations EMEA

Berkshire Permanent View Job Description
As the Sr. Director of Quality Operations EMEA, you will oversee EMEA compliance for a global pharmaceutical business. To ensure all functions deliver Quality Patient Care. This role involves strategic and tactical leadership, managing a geographically distributed team, and driving continuous improvement across the quality network.
  • Join a global pharmaceutical company as a quality leader
  • Previous track record in Leadership of multi-site pharmaceutical business.

About Our Client

They are a leading global pharmaceutical company dedicated to transforming the industry through innovation and excellence. Our commitment to sustainability and a customer-centric approach ensures we deliver high-quality products and services that meet the evolving needs of our clients worldwide.

Job Description

  • Ensuring all functions in the EMEA business understand their role in delivering Quality Patient Care.
  • Managing commercial Quality Assurance activities for the EMEA region, including personnel and budget.
  • Overseeing Manufacturing activities at the plants to maintain compliance with regulatory, environmental, and internal requirements.
  • Leading the EMEA quality team, fostering collaboration, and ensuring development and succession planning.
  • Integrating quality oversight and operations with Regions for efficient global drug product release and disposition.
  • Driving continuous improvement programs at all contract manufacturers and service suppliers to enhance our Quality network.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Senior Director - Quality Operations EMEA should have:

  • Extensive knowledge and experience in Quality Operations within the life science industry.
  • Proven leadership capabilities and experience in a similar role.
  • An in-depth understanding of Quality Management Systems (QMS).
  • Strong communication skills, with the ability to report to executive-level stakeholders.
  • Experience in leading and developing a team.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary
  • Long Term Incentive Plan (LTIP) and car allowance.
  • Being part of a company that values quality and innovation.
  • Opportunity to lead and make a significant impact within the life science industry.
Contact
Ben Appleton
Quote job ref
JN-122024-6611343

Job summary

Function
Operational & General Management
Subsector
Operational & General Management Subsector
Industry
Life Sciences
Location
Berkshire
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Ben Appleton
Job reference
JN-122024-6611343
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