My client is seeking a QC Shared Services Senior Manager - QC Projects. Reporting to the Quality Control Shared Services Associate Director, this position has responsibility for the learning & development management, QC Trending Management and execution of Continuous Improvement projects.

• Leadership of QC Shared Projects team to support manufacture, testing and release of Drug Substance and Sterile Drug Product
• Responsible for the Site Trending Program for Quality Control
• Responsible for delivering the QC Project portfolio in line with the overall QC Strategic Objectives
• Responsible for delivering continuous improvement initiatives to facilitate ongoing cost saving and performance excellence
• Develop a technical training structure and associated program to facilitate ongoing and consistent learning & development across the QC organization in line with the QC Network Strategy
• Ensures audit readiness, both internal and external
• Ensures the QC Projects Team operates in compliance with company policies and directives, evolving Health Authority regulations and expectations.
• Builds and fosters strong relationships within the biologics quality and global quality network to drive compliance, strengthen quality systems and support company objectives.
• Keeps abreast of current corporate and industry requirements and compliance trends as they pertain to QC
• Responsible for coaching, developing staff and completion of performance appraisal reviews.
• Inspires transformative thinking and motivates employees to deliver benchmark performance.
• Support QC planning and scheduling activities as required.
• Prioritise safety in every aspect of the role
• Lead by example in exemplifying safety behaviours

  Qualifications & Experience

• The successful candidate must possess a Bachelor/Masters in Science or Science related discipline and have a minimum of 6 years' experience in the Pharmaceutical Industry.
• Deep and demonstrated understanding and experience of the principles of GMP / GDP
• An accomplished people manager with the ability to motivate and develop departmental staff through effective feedback and coaching
• The candidate will have proven success working well in a team environment, as well as proven leadership skills to manage a team of professionals through changing business needs.
• Experience with interacting with regulatory agencies.
• Knowledge of US and EMA GMP regulations and guidance.
• Demonstrated leadership, interpersonal, communication, and motivation skills.
• Demonstrated understanding of test methods and instrumentation associated with the testing of biopharmaceutical processes including chemistry and microbiological testing.
• Planning and organizing skills are required to plan, execute and manage resources against timelines and project commitments; must be able to adjust to changing priorities and a dynamic work environment.
• The candidate will have demonstrated strong leadership and people / project management abilities as well as proven decision making ability. Additionally, the successful candidate must be able to interact with a broad range of disciplines and exert positive influence within internal matrix teams across a variety of functions.

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