Manager External Supply QA (a) 100% - (temporary, 12 month)

Bachem AG; Bubendorf; Híbrido; CHF 120.000 - 150.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Flexible working hours

Home office days

Employee training opportunities

Pension plan 60% contribution

Swibeco partner discounts

Staff restaurant

Sports activities on campus

Innovative work environment

Descripción de la vacante

Bachem AG in Switzerland is seeking an experienced Quality Assurance professional to ensure GMP compliance across our external supply network. You will work with suppliers, contract manufacturers, and cross-functional teams to safeguard quality, safety, and reliability of sourced materials and services in a dynamic pharmaceutical environment.

The role focuses on vendor incident management, change control, and qualification activities, requiring a strong quality mindset and fluency in English.

Formación

• 5+ years of quality assurance experience in pharma or a CDMO.
• Experience with external vendors and supply chains.
• Strong knowledge of GMP regulations (EU/US/CH).
• Proficient with ERP systems and standard MS Office tools.

Responsabilidades

• Vendor incident management: investigate, follow up, CAPA and SCAR.
• Process change notifications and change requests from vendors.
• Vendor qualification and re-qualification activities.
• Approve vendors and manage the Trusted Vendor Program.
• Coordinate with Direct Procurement, QC Compliance, Regulatory Affairs and QA teams.

Conocimientos

Quality mindset

GMP knowledge

Vendor management

English (C1)

Educación

Master or PhD in Chemistry/Pharma or related field

Herramientas

SAP

MasterControl

DocuSign

Descripción del empleo

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

To support our continued organic growth, we are looking for a dedicated and experienced to strengthen our team

In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring compliance with GMP requirements and quality standards across our external supply network. Working closely with suppliers, contract manufacturers, and cross-functional stakeholders, you will play a key role in maintaining the quality, safety, and reliability of externally sourced materials and services. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic, fast-growing, and internationally operating pharmaceutical environment

Your tasks:

• Vendor Incident Management: Independently handling, investigating, and following up on quality incidents and complaints involving external vendors (including SCAR processing and CAPA control)
• Change Requests: Processing change notifications and change requests from vendors
• Vendor (Re-)Qualification: Actively monitoring, executing, and coordinating vendor qualifications as well as periodic re-qualifications to ensure compliant supply chains
• Approving vendors and managing the Trusted Vendor Program, with an ongoing expansion to include equipment suppliers and outsourcing service providers
• Interface Coordination & Support: Closely collaborating across departments with Direct Procurement, QC Compliance, Regulatory Affairs, and local QA teams to master current operational challenges

Your profile:

• Education: University degree Master or PhD with focus on natural sciences (Chemistry, Process Engineering, Pharmacy, Food Technology or similar field) or an education with equivalent, multi-year professional experience
• Professional Experience: At least 5 years of sound professional experience in quality assurance within the pharmaceutical industry or a pharma CDMO organization
• Expertise & Working Style: A pronounced sense of quality and compliance with a sharp eye for details, sound knowledge of GMP regulations (EU/US/CH), and experience in dealing professionally with vendors
• Language Skills: Fluent English spoken and written (C1 required); German skills are an advantage
• IT & Systems: Routine handling of electronic management and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, MasterControl, and DocuSign) as well as common MS Office applications

Our offer:

• A dynamic and rapidly growing work environment with internal development opportunities
• Flexible working hours with home office days
• 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 Swibeco benefits platform 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
• Would you like to drive innovation together with us?

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