The Global Head of QA Operations leads and supervises Quality Units to ensure compliance with international cGMP standards and applicable regulatory requirements
Job Summary
The Global Head of QA Operations leads and supervises Quality Units to ensure compliance with international cGMP standards and applicable regulatory requirements.
This role supports continuous organizational improvement, drives operational excellence, and coordinates quality systems and supplier certification programs across multiple sites.
Novartis is committed to building an inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities served.
Matching Summary
The Global Head of QA Operations leads and supervises Quality Units to ensure compliance with international cGMP standards and applicable regulatory requirements.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Quality systems and program development
Aseptic processing operational knowledge
cGMP compliance and inspections
Quality performance evaluation and reporting
Supplier certification and compliance checks
Quality escalation and issue resolution
Nice-to-have
Organizational development and people management
Operational excellence and financial outcomes
Process harmonisation across sites
Cross-functional project support
Global standards alignment
Key Requirements
Graduate in Chemistry, Pharmacy, Microbiology or Biotechnology
15 years experience in biopharmaceutical manufacturing and QA
Operational knowledge of aseptic processing and medical device quality
Excellent GMP knowledge and aseptic environment experience