Global Quality Operations Leader

Chiesi; Lazio; Hybrid; EUR 73,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Company car

Pension

Private medical insurance

Wellbeing programme

Flexible benefits

Job summary

Chiesi is seeking a Life Cycle Quality Head based in Parma, Italy, to lead quality operations across manufacturing facilities and laboratories. The role reports to the Global Quality Operations VP and guides a small team to harmonize quality practices group-wide.

You will drive continuous improvement, ensure regulatory compliance with EMA/FDA standards, and collaborate with site Quality Directors to align on governance and change control. Fluency in English is required.

Qualifications

• Requires 15 years in pharmaceutical quality assurance; 10+ years in leadership roles.
• Deep knowledge of quality management systems, compliance standards, and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee quality operations across manufacturing facilities and laboratories.
• Ensure harmonized quality approach and drive continuous improvement.
• Lead and align quality processes with site Quality Directors and Compliance teams.
• Collaborate with Authorities (EMA, FDA) and internal governance bodies.
• Provide strategic leadership to foster a culture of quality excellence.

Skills

Leadership

Quality management

Regulatory compliance

Strategic thinking

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Degree in scientific disciplines

Job description

Chiesi is seeking a Life Cycle Quality Head based in Parma, Italy, to lead quality operations across manufacturing facilities and laboratories. The role reports to the Global Quality Operations VP and guides a small team to harmonize quality practices group-wide.

You will drive continuous improvement, ensure regulatory compliance with EMA/FDA standards, and collaborate with site Quality Directors to align on governance and change control. Fluency in English is required.