Supplier Assurance Manager - 14 Month FTC

ADVANZ PHARMA; London; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global pharmaceutical company is seeking a Supplier Assurance Manager for a 14-month fixed-term contract. The role involves leading a team to manage quality aspects of supplier management, ensuring compliance with GMP/GDP standards. Ideal candidates will have strong project management skills and a relevant degree. This hybrid role offers flexibility and a competitive salary.

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemistry, Pharmacy, Microbiology, Biology, or equivalent.
• Postgraduate or auditing qualifications are a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team responsible for quality-related aspects of supplier management.
• Manage and mentor a team of 4.
• Execute internal audits and manage GMP/GDP compliance systems.

Skills

Project Management

People Management

Communication

Organisational Skills

Education

Degree in Chemistry

Degree in Pharmacy

Degree in Microbiology

Degree in Biology

Job description

Date: 15 May 2025

Location: GB, EC4N 7BL

Company: AdvanzPharma

Job Title: Supplier Assurance Manager Location: Hybrid (2 days in office – Tuesdays & Thursdays), London
About ADVANZ PHARMA ADVANZ PHARMA is a global pharmaceutical company with the purpose to improve patients’ lives by providing the specialty, hospital, and rare disease medicines they depend on.
Our ambition is to be a partner of choice for the commercialisation of specialty, hospital, and rare disease medicines in Europe, Canada, and Australia. In line with our ambition, we are partnering with innovative biopharma and pharmaceutical development companies to bring medicines to patients.
Headquartered in London, UK, we have ~700 employees based across more than 20 countries, including key countries in Europe, the US, Canada, and Australia. Our Centre of Excellence in Mumbai, India, as well as an established global distribution and commercialisation partner network complement our global operations.
ADVANZ PHARMA’s product portfolio and pipeline comprises innovative medicines, specialty generics & biosimilars, and originator brands. Our products and pipeline cover a broad range of therapeutic areas, including hepatology, gastroenterology, anti-infectives, critical care, endocrinology, CNS, and, more broadly, rare diseases.
We can only achieve our ambition with the passion of our dedicated and highly qualified people, acting in line with our company values of entrepreneurship, speed, and integrity.
What You’ll Do As the Manager – Supplier Assurance , you’ll lead a team responsible for the quality-related aspects of supplier management across ADVANZ PHARMA’s global operations. This is a 14-month fixed-term contract beginning in September/October, ideal for someone with strong people or project management experience who thrives in fast-paced, cross-functional environments. You will:

• Manage and mentor a team of 4 (including direct reports based in Mumbai)
• Lead the quality integration of mergers, acquisitions, and new supplier onboarding
• Maintain and oversee Technical/Quality Agreements, approved supplier lists, and the Self Inspection programme
• Execute internal audits and manage GMP/GDP compliance systems
• Support project and change management within decentralised and matrixed structures
• Serve as a key stakeholder for cross-functional collaboration across Supply Chain, Regulatory, and New Product Introduction teams
• Deputise for the Senior Quality Manager – Supplier Assurance as required

About You We are looking for highly motivated individuals who are passionate about making a meaningful difference to patients’ lives. Qualifications:

• Degree in Chemistry, Pharmacy, Microbiology, Biology, or equivalent (non-essential if relevant industry experience)
• Postgraduate or auditing qualifications are a bonus

Experience & Competences:

• Working experience in a pharmaceutical quality role
• People and/or project management experience is essential
• Understanding of GMP/GDP compliance and supplier quality systems
• Experience with internal auditing or global manufacturing sites is a plus
• Comfortable working in a decentralised, matrixed environment under tight timelines
• Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills

Knowledge & Skills:

• Strong understanding of relevant EU/UK pharmaceutical legislation (e.g., EudraLex Vol. 4, GDP 2013/C 343/01)
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Strong motivator with the ability to lead cross-functional teams
• Logical, methodical, and solutions-focused mindset

Personal Qualities:

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

Why ADVANZ PHARMA? The success of any company is driven by its people, and we are no different. At ADVANZ PHARMA, we believe in empowering our people to be entrepreneurs and embrace challenges to enable personal and company growth in an agile and fast-paced environment. We strive to do that inclusively and responsibly, treating all employees with integrity whilst rewarding outcomes and impact.
Our teams are made up of people from all walks of life and backgrounds. We thrive in an environment where uniqueness is celebrated, but we are all united by the same passion to help improve patients' lives by providing the specialty and hospital medicines they depend on.
As a business, we like to tap into new ideas and fresh perspectives. So, if you join us, you’ll be empowered to own your work, explore new possibilities and make things happen. But there’s more to you – and us – than just work, which is why our culture, vision and values are so high on our agenda. We believe in gender equality and actively encourage women into senior roles – we have an active ADVANZ PHARMA Women’s Network; almost 40% of our managers are women.
We work hard to recognise and reward talent, and we actively promote from within - last year, approximately 25% of our people across the company achieved promotions. In addition, we recognise talent with our annual Impact Awards, in which our top performers are rewarded for their hard work and dedication.
We offer flexible, agile working options, and you will also enjoy a highly competitive salary and benefits package.
To join us on our exciting journey, Apply now!
*Please include a CV and Cover letter*
ADVANZ PHARMA's Commitment to Equal Employment Opportunities: Our teams are made up of people from all walks of life and backgrounds. We thrive in an environment where uniqueness is celebrated. ADVANZ PHARMA is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and prospective employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or other protected classifications to the extent required by applicable laws. In all instances, the company will continue to comply with all local laws governing employment practices. In addition, the company will make reasonable accommodation for any applicant or employee with a disability, both during the application process and on the job, whenever possible.