Global Quality Specialist (Supplier Assurance) Placement Student

Almac Group; Craigavon; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

None

Job summary

Almac Group in the United Kingdom offers a 12-month Global Quality Specialist (Supplier Assurance) placement for students in science or technical degree programs. This full-time placement spans July 2027 to July 2028 within the Pharma Services business unit.

You will support the global supplier assurance function, gaining hands-on experience in vendor qualification, supplier performance, material controls, quality investigations and GMP compliance across enterprise systems.

Qualifications

• Two-year completion in a science or technical degree.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Support vendor management: audits, reports, risk assessments and reviews.
• Help maintain material control processes, approved supplier and material records, and relevant enterprise system settings.
• Update external audit schedules, vendor information and tracking tools.
• Contribute to vendor complaints, deviations, change requests, product complaints and supplier investigations.
• Assist with quality systems, supplier agreements and risk assessments to support continuous improvement.

Skills

quality systems

Education

A Levels or equivalent qualification

Currently studying a science or technical degree with two years completed

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Global Quality Specialist (Supplier Assurance) Placement Student

• Full time, Contract

Who We Are

Almac Group is a global leader in advancing human health. We provide a range of expert services across the drug development lifecycle to pharmaceutical and biotech companies, supporting them in finding treatments for patients.

Skills and attributes

• quality systems

Description

Description

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Duration: 12 Month Placement from July 2027 – July 2028

Business Unit: Pharma Services

Open To: Students studying a Science or Technical related degree that requires a year in industry.

The Opportunity

Join the Global Quality Supplier Assurance team and help assess and improve the Pharma Quality System. You will gain practical exposure to vendor qualification, supplier performance, material controls, quality investigations and the systems used to maintain Good Manufacturing Practice compliance.

• Support the global vendor management programme, including vendor audits, audit reports, risk assessments and agreement reviews.
• Help maintain material control processes, approved supplier and material records, and relevant enterprise system settings.
• Update external audit schedules, vendor information and associated tracking tools.
• Contribute to vendor complaints, deviations, change requests, product complaints and supplier investigations.
• Assist with quality systems, supplier agreements and risk assessments to support continuous improvement and product quality.

Joining Almac means becoming part of a fast-paced, growing organisation within a highly regulated industry. We offer a supportive and collaborative working environment, with excellent opportunities for learning, development and long-term career progression across the Almac Group.

Our approach is simple: we support, develop and reward our people, build fulfilling careers and together we advance human health. Find out more: Life at Almac

What you need to be successful

We are looking for an analytical and organised student who can gather information from different sources, communicate clearly and produce accurate reports.

• A Levels or an equivalent qualification.
• Currently studying a science or technical degree, with successful completion of two years.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks accurately, work independently and contribute effectively within a team.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to prepare clear technical reports and communications for different audiences.

A degree pathway in science or business, experience within a regulated quality system, or knowledge of pharmaceutical regulatory requirements would be advantageous.

Further information

For further information on the job specific responsibilities, essential and desirable criteria, please review the job description attached to the online job posting.

This role may require regular coverage beyond normal working hours. Applicants must be able to fulfil this requirement.

Closing Date

We will no longer be accepting applications after 5pm on Sunday 1st November 2026

Paid Time-Off for Vacation and Sick Days

Almac Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer