Head Of Quality Assurance

Takeda

Lessines, Belgium
Not specified (potentially hybrid or onsite)
Cgmp and global regulatory requirements
Quality assurance systems and processes
Batch disposition for marketed and clinical products
Takeda is seeking a Head of Quality Assurance for its Lessines, Belgium site, responsible for leading the QA organization and ensuring compliance with global regulatory standards in a biopharmaceutical manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in GxP-regulated settings, proven leadership skills, and a strong understanding of cGMP and regulatory requirements

Job Summary

  • As Head of Quality Assurance (QA) at our Lessines site, you will lead and develop the QA organization, setting strategic direction and providing operational oversight for Quality Assurance activities supporting a large, complex biopharmaceutical manufacturing operation.
  • Reporting to the Quality Site Head, you will be accountable for the effectiveness of QA systems and processes, ensuring that quality decisions and dispositions comply with cGMP and global regulatory requirements while enabling safe, reliable, and timely product supply.
  • We offer a comprehensive benefits package, prioritizing wellbeing, career growth, and work-life balance: Generous Time Off, Health & Wellbeing, Family Support, Career Development, Transportation & Eco-Benefits, Additional Perks.

Matching Summary

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Takeda is seeking a Head of Quality Assurance for its Lessines, Belgium site, responsible for leading the QA organization and ensuring compliance with global regulatory standards in a biopharmaceutical manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in GxP-regulated settings, proven leadership skills, and a strong understanding of cGMP and regulatory requirements.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • cGMP and global regulatory requirements
  • Quality Assurance systems and processes
  • batch disposition for marketed and clinical products
  • end-to-end oversight
  • site inspection readiness program

Nice-to-have

  • foster a culture of accountability and collaboration
  • operational excellence and digital transformation
  • Transformational Agility
  • innovation and transformation

Key Requirements

  • Master’s degree in pharmaceutical, chemical, biological, or technical sciences
  • 10+ years of experience in a GxP-regulated pharmaceutical or biotech environment
  • Proven people leadership experience
  • Strong knowledge of cGMP, FDA CFR, EU GMP
  • Fluent in English and French (written and spoken)

Work Rights

Not specified

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