Global Head Quality Systems & Services (a), 100%

Bachem Holding AG; Bubendorf; On-site; CHF 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Bachem is shaping its new global Quality organization. As Global Head Quality Systems & Services (a), 100%, you will provide global leadership for quality systems, eQMS, risk management, training, document management and global quality services across the Bachem network.

This strategic transformation role requires senior leadership across sites, governance, and collaboration with global teams to define how the function operates worldwide.

Qualifications

• 12–15 years in pharmaceutical, biotech or CDMO with GMP exposure.
• Global or multi-site leadership in Quality Systems, Risk Management or related functions.
• Proven track record in driving quality system transformations and improving QMS/eQMS/document management.
• Strong expertise in Quality Risk Management, RCA and risk-based decision-making.
• Excellent English and German skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the global Quality Systems & Services department across QMS, Risk Management, Training, eQMS/document management and Global Quality Services & Support.
• Oversee and harmonize global QMS processes for compliant and efficient execution across the business.
• Define and maintain the global Quality Risk Management framework to support risk-based decisions.
• Develop and oversee global eQMS, document management and training standards with governance and continuous improvement.
• Build and develop a high-performing global team with clear accountability and collaboration.
• Provide global quality support to sites and functions, including guidance, system support and knowledge sharing.

Skills

Leadership

Quality Systems

GxP Knowledge

RCA Methodologies

Stakeholder Management

English & German

Education

Life sciences degree (MSc/PhD preferred)

Tools

eQMS

CAPA Tracking

Change Control

QMS Platforms

Job description

Bachem is a leading, innovation-driven company specializing in the development and manufacture of peptides and oligonucleotides. With over 50 years of experience and expertise Bachem provides products for research, clinical development and commercial application to pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies worldwide and offers a comprehensive range of services. Bachem operates internationally with headquarters in Switzerland and locations in Europe, the US and Asia. The company is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange. For further information, see www.bachem.com .

Join us in shaping Bachem’s new global Quality organization. As Global Head Quality Systems & Services (a), 100%, you will provide global leadership for quality systems, eQMS, quality risk management, training, document management and global quality services across the Bachem network.

This is a unique opportunity to contribute your expertise to a strategic transformation and help define how this new organization will operate globally across Bachem. We encourage qualified colleagues from all Bachem locations to apply and bring their experience to this important journey.

Your key responsibilities:

• Lead the global Quality Systems & Services department across QMS, Quality Risk Management, Training, eQMS/document management and Global Quality Services & Support.
• Oversee and continuously improve global QMS processes and platforms, ensuring compliant, efficient and harmonized execution across the business.
• Define and maintain the global Quality Risk Management framework to support compliant, science- and risk-based decision-making.
• Develop and oversee global eQMS, document management and GxP training standards, including governance, oversight and continuous improvement.
• Build and develop a high-performing global team through clear accountabilities, strong collaboration, capability building and talent development.
• Provide global quality support to sites and functions, including process guidance, system support, troubleshooting and knowledge sharing.

Your profile:

• University degree in life sciences, pharmacy, chemistry, biotechnology, engineering or a related scientific discipline; Master’s degree or PhD preferred.
• Minimum 12–15 years of experience in the pharmaceutical, biotech or CDMO industry, with strong exposure to GMP-regulated environments.
• Several years of global or multi-site leadership experience in Quality Systems, Quality Risk Management, Training, Operational Quality Support or related Quality functions.
• Proven track record in driving quality system transformations and improving global QMS, eQMS/document management, deviation, CAPA, change control and training frameworks.
• Strong expertise in Quality Risk Management, RCA methodologies, investigation standards and risk-based decision-making.
• Strong understanding of global GMP requirements, quality system expectations and audit/inspection readiness.
• Strong senior stakeholder management, communication and influencing skills across sites, functions and leadership levels.
• Excellent English & Germanskills are required

Our offer:

• A dynamic and rapidly growing work environment with internal development opportunities
• Employee development through numerous internal and external training opportunities
• 60% coverage of pension fund contributions by Bachem AG as well as option for extra-mandatory pension provision with our Pension Plan Plus
• Access to the benefits platforms with discounts from external partners
• Fresh, healthy and varied food in our staff restaurant
• A wide range of free sports activities on the Bachem Campus

Are you ready to shape global quality systems, training, risk management and quality services at Bachem?

At Bachem, you’ll find a diverse, multicultural team. The (a) in the job title stands for all. We welcome applications from all candidates. What matters are your skills and motivation—regardless of age, gender, background, religion, or sexual orientation.

Please note: unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be considered.