Global Quality Governance Director - Pharma & Private Label

Alliance Healthcare; Brussel Hoofdstad; On-site; EUR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Cencora is seeking a Sr. Director, Enterprise Quality Governance to lead global quality and regulatory governance across International Distribution Services, Manufacturing and Private Label.

The role partners with Quality, Legal and Regulatory leaders to elevate standards and drive continuous improvement in a complex, matrix organization. You will oversee governance programs, manage remote teams, monitor KPIs and support regulatory inspections, with travel ~20–30% across regions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a relevant field.
• Minimum 8 years in pharmaceutical or life sciences with regulatory/governance experience.
• Experience in European and/or Asian pharmaceutical operations.
• Experience in highly regulated environments with quality compliance.
• Experience managing remote associates in a matrix organization.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the Enterprise Quality Governance strategy across international pharmaceutical distribution, manufacturing, 3PL and private label operations.
• Drive standardization, harmonization and continuous improvement of global quality and regulatory programs.
• Provide governance oversight to regions and business units, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and Cencora policies.
• Support regulatory intelligence activities across distribution, 3PL, manufacturing, labeling/packaging and private label operations.
• Monitor changes in regulatory requirements and help adapt processes accordingly.
• Promote audit readiness and support regulatory inspections and certifications.
• Develop and implement quality policies, procedures and governance frameworks.
• Monitor quality KPIs and report to senior leadership.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives and strategic projects related to quality and regulatory governance.
• Manage and develop direct reports, including hiring, performance management and training.
• Collaborate with external organizations and industry bodies on quality and regulatory matters.

Skills

Leadership

Quality governance

Regulatory compliance

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Travel willingness

Microsoft Office

English fluency

French (advantage)

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Cencora is seeking a Sr. Director, Enterprise Quality Governance to lead global quality and regulatory governance across International Distribution Services, Manufacturing and Private Label.

The role partners with Quality, Legal and Regulatory leaders to elevate standards and drive continuous improvement in a complex, matrix organization. You will oversee governance programs, manage remote teams, monitor KPIs and support regulatory inspections, with travel ~20–30% across regions.