Quality Manager Global Biopharma 

Steriles - QA Operations - CMO Management

Are you an experienced Quality Operations professional (m/f/d) looking to take ownership in a global external manufacturing environment? Our client is seeking a motivated Quality Operations Manager to provide quality oversight of Contract Manufacturing Organizations (CMOs) and ensure full compliance with cGMP and international regulatory standards for biologics drug substance and drug product manufacturing.

The position is based in the french speaking part of Switzerland, within a dynamic cross-functional virtual plant team. This contract will last 12 months. Starting date is ASAP.

Your Responsibilities:

• Provide quality oversight of Contract Manufacturing Organizations (CMOs)
• Manage and review product disposition (batch documentation, deviations, change controls, complaints)
• Ensure compliance with cGMP, regulatory filings and Quality Agreements
• Support inspections, audits and inspection readiness activities
• Escalate quality risks and ensure timely resolution of compliance issues

Your Profile:

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline (e.g. Pharmacy, Biochemistry, Microbiology)
• Minimum 4 years’ experience in pharmaceutical operations at the manufacturing site
• At least 2 years in quality, ideally in product release
• Experience in biologics / sterile manufacturing and CMO oversight
• Strong knowledge of cGMP, deviation management, CAPA and risk assessment
• Experience with SAP/QMS systems and strong technical writing skills
• Fluent English required, German/Italian/French as a second preffered language