Materials Quality Associate - 12 Months FTC

Norgine B.V.; Cefn Hengoed; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Norgine B.V. is seeking a Materials Quality Associate to join the Global Quality Team to ensure quality, compliance and reliability of materials used in manufacturing products.

You will provide quality oversight of suppliers, support audits, risk management and regulatory compliance, reporting to the Materials Quality Manager on a 12-month fixed-term basis. You will collaborate with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Procurement, Regulatory Affairs and external partners to uphold the highest standards

Qualifications

• Experience in QA/QC, supplier quality or related regulated environments.
• Knowledge of GMP/GDP and quality management systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational ability.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Manage quality oversight of API, excipient and packaging material suppliers.
• Support supplier qualification, audits, documentation reviews and quality agreements.
• Investigate supplier-related quality issues, deviations, complaints and CAPAs.
• Identify and mitigate supplier and material quality risks.
• Maintain compliant quality records, procedures and documentation.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen supplier performance and quality processes.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners to support Norgine's Global Quality strategy.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Quality Control

Supplier Quality

GMP/GDP

Analytical skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Independent working

Education

Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Materials Quality Associate to join our Global Quality Team and play a vital role in ensuring the quality, compliance and reliability of materials used in the manufacture of products that improve patient outcomes., As a Materials Quality Associate, you will provide quality oversight of commercially critical suppliers, supporting supplier performance, risk management and regulatory compliance. You will work cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Procurement, Regulatory Affairs and external partners to maintain the highest standards of quality and patient safety., This position will report to Materials Quality Manager and will be offered on a 12 Months fixed-term basis.,

• Manage quality oversight of API, excipient and packaging material suppliers.
• Support supplier qualification, audits, documentation reviews and quality agreements.
• Investigate supplier-related quality issues, deviations, complaints and CAPAs.
• Identify and mitigate supplier and material quality risks.
• Maintain compliant quality records, procedures and documentation.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen supplier performance and quality processes.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners to support Norgine's Global Quality strategy.
• Our benefits may vary per location. Please liaise with the Norgine TA representative to obtain more information.

Essential

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in a scientific discipline.
• Experience within Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Supplier Quality, Manufacturing or a related regulated environment.
• Knowledge of GMP/GDP requirements and quality management systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational ability.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Desirable

• Experience supporting supplier audits and supplier performance management.
• Experience managing investigations, deviations and CAPAs within a pharmaceutical or regulated industry environment.

What Makes You Successful

You are proactive, accountable and committed to delivering results. You are comfortable addressing complex issues, driving continuous improvement and building collaborative relationships across teams and suppliers. You bring sound judgement, a quality-focused mindset and the confidence to challenge constructively when required.

At Norgine, our culture is built around three core values:

• Drive: Taking ownership and making decisions that support our business priorities.
• Dare: Challenging respectfully, embracing innovation and seeking better ways of working.
• Develop: Building strong partnerships, valuing different perspectives and helping others realise their potential.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are valued and everyone can thrive. If you are passionate about quality, compliance and delivering excellence for patients, we would love to hear from you.