External Supply Quality Manager

Job title: External Supply Quality Manager

Company: Pfizer


Job description: Locations : IrelandRole DescriptionThe Global External Operations Quality Mission is “to be a proactive partner, driving a science and risk-based compliant quality culture that is flexible, innovative, and customer oriented, maximizing the contribution of Quality Operations to Our Path Forward initiatives.”External Supply Operations Quality (ESOQ) is committed to supporting Pfizer Global Supply (PGS) as an innovative and competitive advantage for Pfizer by assuring the quality of products manufactured and packaged by other companies (Contractors and suppliers) for Pfizer.ESOQ is responsible for the Quality management of approximately 300 contract manufacturers, packagers, and supply partners globally.Responsibilities:The ESOQ Manager is accountable for providing quality assurance management of key API contractors and suppliers for Pfizer and for assuring that the products supplied to our patients are manufactured, tested in accordance with c-GMPs, the registration file and any additional country specific requirements.This is a highly independent position operating with minimal supervision, interacting with high levels of management both at contract manufacturers and within Pfizer. (S)he will operate as spokesperson for ESOQ and will spend a significant period of time developing relationships, independently negotiating, developing and communicating Pfizer quality requirements with contract manufacturers. The ESOQ Manager will have significant interactions with many internal business and manufacturing organizations (e.g. External Supply, Regulatory, Technical Support, Quality, PGS sites and R&D) and will lead virtually based cross functional teams. S(he) will report to the Director/Team Leader ESOQ.Qualifications

• Minimally BA/BS Science, Engineering, or related technical discipline with at least 7 years in a GXP setting
• At least 4 years of Product Quality Assurance experience in a GMP environment preferably API
• Experience with external suppliers/contractors is preferred
• Experience with API manufacturing is preferred
• Advanced computer skills, MS Office and enterprise systems such as SAP, QTS, Documentum platforms
• Command of English language required and multi-lingual is beneficial.
• Strong verbal and written communication including presentation skills
• Up to 20 % travel required
• Shows strong negotiation skills and is diplomatic in communication with internal and external customers
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize work, to act and work independently and to report items as required to Team leader
• Has excellent organization skills
• Demonstrated experience managing complex quality and compliance activities in a manufacturing plant or with a contractor
• Developing personal leadership to manage cross functional projects
• Developing ability to resolve conflicts
• Takes initiatives and is proactive, persistent
• Has a broad GMP and technical know-how to handle emerging issues

Work Location Assignment: HybridAdditional InformationIn order to be considered for this position in Ireland you need to be legally eligible to work in Ireland.Please note there is no relocation support available for this position​How to applyMake a difference today, all suitable candidates should apply with CV below. We are looking forward to hearing from you!​PurposeBreakthroughs that change patients’ lives… At Pfizer we are a patient centric company, guided by our four values: courage, joy, equity and excellence. Our breakthrough culture lends itself to our dedication to transforming millions of lives.Digital Transformation StrategyOne bold way we are achieving our purpose is through our company wide digital transformation strategy. We are leading the way in adopting new data, modelling and automated solutions to further digitize and accelerate drug discovery and development with the aim of enhancing health outcomes and the patient experience.Equal Employment OpportunityWe believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is crucial to building a successful business. As an employer, Pfizer is committed to celebrating this, in all its forms – allowing for us to be as diverse as the patients and communities we serve. Together, we continue to build a culture that encourages, supports and empowers our employees.Disability InclusionOur mission is unleashing the power of all our people and we are proud to be a disability inclusive employer, ensuring equal employment opportunities for all candidates. We encourage you to put your best self forward with the knowledge and trust that we will make any reasonable adjustments to support your application and future career. Your journey with Pfizer starts here!Quality Assurance and Control#LI-PFE

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Location: Dublin

Job date: Sat, 18 Jan 2025 06:47:48 GMT

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