Director Quality Transformation & Site Excellence

Grünenthal Group; Origgio; Hybrid; EUR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Grünenthal Group in Lombardy, Origgio, is seeking a seasoned Quality Leader to oversee manufacturing quality across sites within GMP-regulated environments. This permanent, hybrid role requires guiding remediation programs, driving quality transformations, and ensuring ongoing compliance while collaborating across global operations.

The successful candidate will bring 15+ years in pharmaceutical quality, demonstrated leadership as Site Head of Quality or senior QA, and experience supporting

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in life sciences or related field.
• 15+ years of experience in pharmaceutical Quality.
• Previous roles as Site Head of Quality or Head of QA in GMP environments.
• Experience supporting FDA, EMA and international inspections.
• Proven track record in remediation programs and quality transformations.
• Experience leading cross-functional, multi-site initiatives.
• Experience in mergers, acquisitions, or large-scale organizational change is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead quality assessments and diagnostics at manufacturing sites.
• Provide hands-on support to sites facing compliance, inspection, performance, or quality system challenges.
• Serve as interim Quality leader or advisor during critical business situations, leadership transitions, or remediation programs.
• Ensure sustainable resolution of quality risks, deviations, audit findings, and systemic compliance gaps.
• Lead regional quality transformation programs and strategic improvement projects.
• Support post-merger integrations, site transfers, network harmonization initiatives, and quality culture transformations.
• Coach and develop site Quality leaders and quality teams.
• Strengthen quality culture and continuous improvement capabilities at site leadership level.

Skills

Life Sciences

15+ years exp

QA leadership

Regulatory inspections

Remediation programs

Cross-functional leadership

M&A experience

Education

Master’s in Life Sciences

Job description

Professional | Permanent | Full-time | Hybrid

Our people in Manufacturing & Global Operations share two priorities: getting things done and making things better. If you're a dynamic person with a positive mindset, you'll fit in well here. It's an international team with a powerful spirit of collaboration. Together, we make sure our products meet the highest standards of quality by constantly searching for ways to improve at every stage of our value chain - from the raw materials we buy through to the logistics network that brings our medicines to patients. Join our team and help us make an even bigger contribution to Grünenthal's future.

What The Job Looks Like

Each day, you'll enjoy a variety of challenges, such as:

• Lead quality assessments and diagnostics at manufacturing sites.
• Provide hands-on support to sites facing compliance, inspection, performance, or quality system challenges.
• Serve as interim Quality leader or advisor during critical business situations, leadership transitions, or remediation programs.
• Ensure sustainable resolution of quality risks, deviations, audit findings, and systemic compliance gaps.
• Lead regional quality transformation programs and strategic improvement projects.
• Support post-merger integrations, site transfers, network harmonization initiatives, and quality culture transformations.
• Coach and develop site Quality leaders and quality teams.
• Strengthen quality culture and continuous improvement capabilities at site leadership level.

What You'll Bring To The Table

To make the most of this role and truly thrive, you should have:

• Master's Degree in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Biology, Biotechnology, Engineering or related Life Sciences discipline.
• 15+ years of experience within pharmaceutical Quality functions.
• Significant experience as: Site Head of Quality/ Head of QA/ Senior Quality Leader within GMP-regulated environments.
• Demonstrated experience supporting FDA, EMA and international regulatory inspections.
• Proven track record managing complex remediation programs and quality transformations.
• Experience leading cross-functional and multi-site initiatives within global pharmaceutical organizations.
• Experience participating in mergers, acquisitions, site integrations or large-scale organizational change programs is advantageous.