Associate Director Global Supplier Qualification (Mainz, RP, DE, 55131)

Biopharma Asia; Mainz; Hybrid; EUR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company bike

Job ticket

Deutschlandticket

Employer-funded pension

Job summary

BioNTech is seeking an Associate Director Global Supplier Qualification in Mainz to lead qualification and audits of suppliers and contract manufacturers for late-stage clinical studies and commercial products. You will ensure GMP/GDP compliance and coordinate actions with Quality, Supply Chain and Manufacturing teams.

Responsibilities include planning audits, documenting findings, maintaining Veeva records, and guiding cross-functional governance discussions.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in GMP/GDP environment.
• Proven leader of supplier qualification and audits.
• Experience with contract manufacturers and outsourced GMP services.
• Fluent in German and English, written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Lead qualification and oversight of suppliers and contract manufacturers for late-stage clinical studies and commercial products.
• Plan and lead supplier audits, document findings and coordinate follow-up actions.
• Maintain supplier records in Veeva and participate in governance meetings.
• Coordinate supplier quality topics across cross-functional teams.

Skills

Supplier qualification

Audits

GMP/GDP compliance

Veeva eQMS

Cross-functional coordination

Education

Degree in Life Sciences

Tools

Veeva eQMS

Job description

BioNTechPosted October 22, 2026# Associate Director Global Supplier Qualification (Mainz, RP, DE, 55131)Mainz, Germany Type not listedNotify me about similar jobsView Full Job & Apply at BioNTechBioNTech is the source of truth for this posting and owns the application process. We surface normalized context and market comparison you won't find on the original listing.## About this opportunityMainz, Germany | full time | Job ID: 11849**About the role:**As Associate Director Global Supplier Qualification you help ensure that suppliers and contract manufacturers meet the quality standards needed for late-stage clinical studies and commercial supply. Your work supports the reliable delivery of products that contribute to BioNTech’s mission. You partner with teams across Quality, Supply Chain and Manufacturing, as well as external suppliers. From qualification and audits to change assessments and governance, you help keep supplier oversight clear, consistent and effective.**Your contribution:**Lead qualification and oversight of suppliers and contract manufacturers for late-stage clinical studies and commercial products, in line with Good Manufacturing Practice and Good Distribution Practice requirementsPlan and lead supplier audits, document findings and coordinate follow-up actions with suppliers and internal expertsSupport project teams with supplier qualification for Phase 2 and Phase 3 clinical studiesAssess supplier notifications, including changes, deviations and risk assessments, and coordinate claims with suppliers and subject matter expertsMaintain supplier records in Veeva and represent Supplier Quality in governance meetings, contract manufacturer reviews and cross-functional forumsCoordinate supplier quality topics across local and global Quality, Qualified Persons, Supply Chain, Clinical Trial Supply Management and Manufacturing Science and Technology**A good match:**A degree in life sciences, such as chemistry, biology, pharmacy, or an equivalent field.At least 8+ years of professional experience in a similar role within a GMP/GDP environment.Qualification as a GMP and GDP lead auditor, with demonstrated experience leading supplier auditsStrong expertise in Veeva eQMS and supplier qualification processes.Strong Experience managing contract manufacturers and other outsourced GMP service providers, including across manufacturing, quality control or supply chain.Experience supporting products through late-stage development, registration, commercialization and commercial supplyFluent German and English, both written and spoken.Strong coordination and communication skills to align internal stakeholders and external partners on supplier quality topics**Your Benefits:**It's our priority to support you:Your flexibility: flexible hours | vacation accountYour growth: Digital Learning | Performance & talent development | leadership development | Apprenticeships | LinkedIn LearningYour value: Your voice at the table | Culture on an equal footing | Opportunities to shape & impact | Support for your full potentialYour health and lifestyle: Company bikeYour mobility: Job ticket | DeutschlandticketYour life phases: Employer-funded pension | Childcare**Apply now - We look forward to your application!**Apply to our Mainz, Germany location by sending us your documents via our online form. For any questions, contact our talent acquisition team on: + 49 (0) 6131-9084-1291 (Monday-Friday from 1 PM to 3 PM CET).Job ID 11849 (please always specify if you have any questions)By submitting your application, you acknowledge that a background check will be conducted as part of the recruitment process in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. If you are considered for the position, BioNTech will conduct the background check through our service provider ‘HireRight’. You will be informed accordingly by your BioNTech-Recruiter.Note for applications within Europe: Please note that if you wish to claim travel expenses incurred in connection with an in-person interview, we are obliged to carry out a sanctions list check\\*. This is carried out by our partner, HireRight. Travel expenses will only be reimbursed if this sanctions list check does not yield any matches. Reimbursement can be made provided that the check is successfully completed.