Global Pharmacovigilance Workflow & Oversight Manager
Job title: Global Pharmacovigilance Workflow & Oversight Manager
Main responsibilities:
- Maintain case workload in CHAMPS (PV Database (DB)/LSMV) and ensure case timelines are met.
- Maintain a healthy Work in Progress (WIP) case load for Opella.
- Maintain business architecture diagram (all modules in LifeSphere).
- Manage configurations for LSR tool.
- Update LSMV (CHAMPS) user manual with current SOPs/regulations and case processing conventions.
- Perform trending analysis and alert the case management head of abnormal case volume changes.
- Monitor resource capacity utilization.
- Engage regularly with multiple vendors related to Case Management (CM).
- Collaborate cross-functionally with internal Opella departments and external resources on ICSR and safety DB matters.
- Lead and define optimal business models to support business goals and meet KPIs for case processing vendors.
- Ensure deployment of optimized processes for ICSR receipt, assessment, follow-up, data entry, medical evaluation, quality review, distribution, and submission, in compliance with SOPs/regulations.
- Oversee compliance and continuous improvement in PV needs and processes.
- Maintain operation reports from LifeSphere Reporting & Analytics (LSRA)/LifeSphere Multivigilance (LSMV) and implement CAPA plans for deviations.
- Support QC and work with SMEs and QA to improve quality standards, identify process improvements, and ensure training and skills development.
- Ensure availability of training materials and attendance for PV trainings.
- Assist in CHC case migrations and monitor quality, timeliness, and documentation.
- Participate in business continuity planning and implementation for PV operations.
- Monitor processing, submission, and tracking of safety reports with regulatory authorities.
- Contribute to process development and improvement initiatives.
- Perform other PV tasks as required.
About you
Experience:
- Experience with PV Databases like ARGUS, Aris-G, VAULT Safety, LSMV, etc.
- Case processing experience.
- Team management experience.
- Vendor oversight experience.
- Knowledge of safety/pharmacovigilance regulations, ICH GVP, and GxP systems validation.
- Proficiency in MS Office.
- 6-8 years in the pharmaceutical industry with at least 2 years managing a team.
- Strong ICSR quality review and submission experience.
- Process improvement skills.
- Stakeholder management, negotiation, and communication skills.
- Ability to operate effectively globally and cross-functionally.
- Time management and multi-project handling skills.
- Attention to detail, analytical, proactive problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Presentation skills for stakeholder and regulatory interactions.
Technical skills:
- Understanding of adverse event reporting and classification.
- Knowledge of global pharmacovigilance regulations and guidelines.
- Experience with safety reporting standards and compliance.
- Familiarity with GxP guidelines.
- Database management skills for safety systems.
- Advanced MS Office skills, especially Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
- Experience with BI tools like Power BI or Spotfire.
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in pharmacy, Life Sciences, or equivalent, with 6-8 years of experience, including 6 years in PV case processing.
Languages: Fluent in English (verbal and written).
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