Senior Director – Quality Assurance, Manufacturing

Eli Lilly

Katwijk, Netherlands
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Senior leadership experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing
Deep expertise in cgmps and quality systems
Proven accountability for regulatory inspections
** Eli Lilly is seeking a Senior Director of Quality Assurance for its new manufacturing facility in Katwijk, Netherlands. The ideal candidate will have extensive leadership experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, focusing on quality assurance and regulatory compliance. **

Job Summary

  • The Senior Director will set and execute the site Quality Assurance strategy ensuring sustained cGMP compliance across a new €2.6 billion facility.
  • This role serves as the senior quality authority with final decision-making accountability on quality matters to protect patient safety.
  • The position requires building a high-performing organization while engaging constructively with the site Works Council on quality-related matters.

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Match Score: 75

** Eli Lilly is seeking a Senior Director of Quality Assurance for its new manufacturing facility in Katwijk, Netherlands. The ideal candidate will have extensive leadership experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, focusing on quality assurance and regulatory compliance. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Senior leadership experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing
  • Deep expertise in cGMPs and quality systems
  • Proven accountability for regulatory inspections
  • Experience with greenfield or site start-up environments
  • Strategic oversight of oral solid dosage or API manufacturing

Nice-to-have

  • Familiarity with Dutch regulatory environment
  • Fluency in Dutch language proficiency
  • Experience with digital manufacturing technologies
  • Strong cross-functional collaboration skills
  • Commitment to sustainability and carbon neutrality

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree or PhD in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Engineering, or related life sciences
  • Extensive leadership experience in highly regulated industries
  • Experience with EMA, FDA, or major regulatory inspections
  • English fluency required; Dutch proficiency strongly preferred

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