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The Senior Specialist of Supplier Quality is responsible for the oversight of the GMP/GDP Vendor and Material Management programs at the Devens Biologics site. This includes Quality management of vendor qualification, material qualification, change management and supplier non-conformance reporting / resolution.
Key Responsibilities:
- Responsible for the qualification and management of GMP/GDP vendors, including identification/assessment of new vendors, creation/revision of Quality agreements and maintenance of the Approved Vendor List.
- May participate in external audits.
- Responsible for the lifecycle management of starting materials used for the manufacture of drug substance/product.
- Performs Quality assessment of supplier change notifications and drives actions through to completion using change management programs.
- Assists in discrepancy reporting, deviations and CAPA associated with nonconforming materials or services provided by vendors.
- Establishes and executes a process to ensure Quality oversight of on-site service vendors.
Role Requirements:
- Knowledge of science generally attained through studies resulting in a B.S., in science, engineering, biochemistry, or related discipline, or combination of education, experience and training.
- A minimum of 4 years with directly relevant experience in a regulated environment, biopharmaceutical environment or similar, is required.
- Practical knowledge of US and EU cGMP regulations and guidance and ISO standards.
- Knowledge of electronic systems including any of the following: SAP, Veeva, and Syncade.
- Past experience of successful participation on, and sometimes leading, a team where combined contribution, collaboration, and results were expected.
- Previous work experience where attention to detail and personally accountability is critical to success.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills are required.
- Individual will interact with contacts within the following organizations: Quality Assurance, Network Quality, Quality Control, Material Science & Technology, Strategic Sourcing, Site Procurement, External Suppliers and on as required basis, Supply Chain, Manufacturing Operations and Manufacturing Support.
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On-site Protocol
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