Supplier Assurance Manager - 14 Month FTC

Advanz Pharma; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A global pharmaceutical company seeks a Supplier Assurance Manager to lead quality aspects of supplier management. This role involves managing a team, ensuring compliance, and collaborating cross-functionally. Ideal candidates will have strong leadership experience in fast-paced environments and a relevant degree.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Competitive salary

Benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in pharmaceutical quality roles.
• Leadership or management experience in supplier assurance.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team responsible for quality aspects of supplier management.
• Manage and mentor a team of 4, including direct reports based in Mumbai.
• Oversee Technical/Quality Agreements and execute internal audits.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

Degree in Chemistry, Pharmacy, Microbiology, Biology

Job description

Job Title: Supplier Assurance Manager

Location: Hybrid (2 days in office - Tuesdays & Thursdays), London

About ADVANZ PHARMA:

ADVANZ PHARMA is a global pharmaceutical company dedicated to improving patients' lives through specialty, hospital, and rare disease medicines. Our ambition is to be the partner of choice for the commercialization of these medicines in Europe, Canada, and Australia. We collaborate with innovative biopharma and pharmaceutical development companies to bring medicines to patients.

Headquartered in London, UK, with approximately 700 employees across more than 20 countries, including key regions in Europe, the US, Canada, and Australia. Our Centre of Excellence in Mumbai, India, along with a global distribution and commercialization network, supports our operations.

Our product portfolio includes innovative medicines, specialty generics, biosimilars, and originator brands across therapeutic areas such as hepatology, gastroenterology, anti-infectives, critical care, endocrinology, CNS, and rare diseases.

We value our passionate and highly qualified people who act in line with our core values of entrepreneurship, speed, and integrity.

What You'll Do

As the Manager - Supplier Assurance, you will lead a team responsible for quality aspects of supplier management across our global operations. This is a 14-month fixed-term contract starting in September/October, suitable for someone with strong management experience in fast-paced environments.

You will:

1. Manage and mentor a team of 4, including direct reports based in Mumbai
2. Lead quality integration during mergers, acquisitions, and new supplier onboarding
3. Oversee Technical/Quality Agreements, approved supplier lists, and the Self Inspection programme
4. Execute internal audits and ensure GMP/GDP compliance systems are maintained
5. Support project and change management within decentralized and matrixed structures
6. Collaborate cross-functionally with Supply Chain, Regulatory, and New Product Introduction teams
7. Deputize for the Senior Quality Manager - Supplier Assurance as needed

About You

We seek highly motivated individuals passionate about making a difference in patients' lives.

Qualifications:

• Degree in Chemistry, Pharmacy, Microbiology, Biology, or equivalent (industry experience may suffice in lieu of a degree)
• Postgraduate or auditing qualifications are advantageous

Experience & Competencies:

• Experience in pharmaceutical quality roles
• Leadership or management experience, particularly in supplier assurance
• Support for mergers, acquisitions, new product introductions, and supplier onboarding
• Expertise in quality agreements with third-party and GxP suppliers
• Understanding of GMP/GDP compliance and quality systems
• Experience with internal audits or manufacturing sites is a plus
• Ability to work in decentralized, matrixed environments under tight timelines
• Excellent organizational and prioritization skills

Knowledge & Skills:

• Strong understanding of EU/UK pharmaceutical legislation (e.g., EudraLex Vol. 4, GDP 2013/C 343/01)
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Leadership qualities and ability to motivate cross-functional teams
• Logical, solutions-focused approach

Personal Qualities:

• Proactive, adaptable, and aligned with our values
• Passionate about continuous improvement and quality excellence
• Supportive, collaborative, and resilient in a dynamic environment

Why Join Us?

We believe our success is driven by our people. At ADVANZ PHARMA, we empower our employees to be entrepreneurs, embrace challenges, and grow personally and professionally in a fast-paced, inclusive environment. We celebrate diversity and promote equal opportunities, including active support for women in leadership roles.

We recognize and reward talent through promotions and awards such as our annual Impact Awards. We offer flexible working options, competitive salary, and benefits.

To apply, please submit your CV and Cover Letter.

Our Commitment to Equal Employment Opportunities:

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and making reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities, in accordance with applicable laws.