Senior Manager Global QMS Transformation (a) - 100%

Bachem; Bubendorf; Hybrid; CHF 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Home office days

Pension fund contributions 60%

Staff restaurant

Campus sports

Job summary

Bachem is seeking a Senior Manager – Global QMS Transformation to drive a global QMS implementation program, including Veeva Vault deployment. You will serve as the day-to-day execution lead, partnering with the Director to ensure timely delivery and measurable business value across design, build, testing and deployment stages.

You will coordinate with global and local stakeholders to harmonize QMS processes, balance requirements with scalable solutions, manage external vendors, and lead change

Qualifications

• 8–10+ years in pharmaceutical or biotechnology industries.
• Experience leading or supporting system implementations and/or transformation programs, ideally global.
• Solid understanding of Quality Management Systems (QMS) and GMP frameworks.
• Experience working across cross-functional stakeholders.
• Experience implementing Veeva Vault (or other digital quality systems).
• Certification such as PMP and/or Lean Six Sigma is a plus.
• Familiarity with computer system validation (CSV) in regulated environments is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day execution of a global QMS implementation program.
• Translate strategic objectives into structured, actionable plans.
• Ensure delivery across design, build, testing and deployment phases.

Skills

QMS

GMP

Veeva Vault

Project management

Stakeholder management

Lean Six Sigma

CSV familiarity

PMP (nice to have)

Tools

Veeva Vault

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 .

We are seeking a highly capable Senior Manager – Global QMS Transformation to play a key role in delivering a global quality transformation program, including the implementation of a Veeva Vault-based enterprise quality platform.

In this role, you will act as the day-to-day execution lead and trusted partner to the Director, Global QMS Transformation, owning the execution of the implementation and ensuring it delivers measurable business value.

Drive Global Transformation

• Manage day-to-day execution of a global QMS implementation program
• Translate strategic objectives into structured, actionable plans
• Ensure delivery across all phases, including design, build, testing, and deployment
• Monitor progress, oversee risks, resolve issues, and maintain overall program momentum
• Collaborate with global and local stakeholders to define and implement harmonized QMS processes
• Balance business requirements with scalable and sustainable system solutions
• Drive alignment across functions and sites while navigating complexity

Manage Partners and Delivery

• Coordinate and oversee external vendors and system integrators
• Ensure high standards of delivery quality, accountability, and collaboration
• Maintain a pragmatic, results-oriented approach to execution

Ensure Compliance Integration and Business Readiness

• Embed compliance requirements into program execution in partnership with internal stakeholders
• Drive business readiness and successful deployment by leading and coordinating change management, communication, and training activities

Your Profile

• 8–10+ years of experience in pharmaceutical or biotechnology industries
• Proven experience supporting or leading system implementations and/or transformation programs, ideally in a global environment
• Solid understanding of Quality Management Systems (QMS) and GMP frameworks
• Experience working across cross-functional stakeholders
• Experience implementing Veeva Vault (or other digital quality systems)
• Strong execution focus with a demonstrated ability to deliver results
• Ability to manage complexity and prioritize effectively in a dynamic environment
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Certification such as PMP (Project Management Professional) and/or Lean Six Sigma nice to have
• Familiarity with computer system validation (CSV) in regulated environments would be a plus

Our offer:

• A dynamic and rapidly growing work environment with internal development opportunities
• Flexible working hours with home office days and an option for obtaining additional vacation days through workload reduction
• 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

Learn more about the Bachem Group and be inspired by our inspiring working environment at our location in Bubendorf!

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.