Job vacancy Head of Quality Assurance

Position Summary

Responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing the quality assurance processes and systems to uphold the highest standards of product quality and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain a robust Quality Management System (QMS) in accordance with relevant regulations and standards
• Conduct regular assessments to ensure the effectiveness and continuous improvement of the QMS
• Stay abreast of international pharmaceutical & device regulations and standards, ensuring the company's compliance with regulatory requirements
• Collaborate with regulatory affairs teams to obtain and maintain product registrations and certifications
• Establish and oversee quality control processes for incoming goods
• Implement auditing protocols to ensure the quality and consistency of pharmaceutical and medical devices
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers & vendors, conducting regular audits and assessments to ensure supplier/vendors compliance with quality standards
• Collaborate with procurement teams to qualify and monitor suppliers/vendors
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality, reduce defects, and optimize processes
• Lead investigations and corrective/preventive action plans in response to quality issues
• Establish and monitor KPIs related to product quality, compliance, and operational efficiency
• Regularly report on KPI performance and implement corrective actions as needed
• Provide leadership and guidance to the Quality Assurance team
• Develop and deliver training programs to enhance the skills and knowledge of QA staff and other related staffs

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in a pharmacy or medical doctor or related field
• Minimum 3 years of managerial experience in pharmaceutical and medical device quality assurance
• In-depth knowledge of international pharmaceutical and medical device regulations, ISO, GSDP or GMP standards
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Fluency in spoken and written English with excellent communication skills