Quality Head – Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Quality Head – Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Role Purpose

We are seeking a strategic Quality Head to lead the QualityAssurance and Quality Control functions at a pharmaceutical manufacturing site.The role will ensure robust quality systems, inspection readiness andcompliance with GMP, GDP and applicable local and international regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage site-wide QA and QC operations, including team performance, capability development and succession planning.
  
• Own and continuously improve the Quality Management System, including deviations, CAPA, change control, complaints, recalls and investigations.
  
• Ensure compliance with cGMP, GDP, data integrity and applicable regulatory requirements.
  
• Lead regulatory authority interactions, inspections, audit responses and follow-up actions.
  
• Oversee batch review, certification and product release activities; QP responsibilities where applicable.
  
• Manage validation, qualification, PQR, Site Master File and Validation Master Plan activities.
  
• Oversee supplier qualification, quality agreements, audits and quality-risk management.
  
• Establish quality KPIs and drive improvements in batch-release timelines, audit outcomes, CAPA effectiveness and deviation reduction.
  
• Partner with Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain and Regulatory Affairs to maintain compliant, efficient operations.
  
• Support quality-related CAPEX, budget and strategic improvement initiatives.
  

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Pharmacy.
  
• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in pharmaceutical Quality Assurance/Quality Control.
  
• Proven leadership experience managing QA and QC teams in a pharmaceutical manufacturing site.
  
• Strong knowledge of GMP, GDP, QMS, validation, audit management and regulatory inspections.
  
• Qualified Person experience is highly preferred.
  
• UAE/GCC pharmaceutical manufacturing experience is preferred.
  
• Excellent leadership, stakeholder-management and English communication skills.