Group Lead, Global GDP Quality & Distribution

Octapharma Sweden; Stockholms län; On-site; SEK 1,965,000 - 2,451,000; Full time

Job summary

Octapharma Sweden seeks a Group Lead Expert – GDP to drive compliance across the global distribution network and oversee distributor qualifications, audits, and quality agreements. You will lead cross‑site initiatives, translate regulations into standards, and collaborate with international stakeholders to ensure safe, compliant distribution of life‑saving medicines.

The role requires extensive GDP experience, lead auditor training, and strong project leadership across multiple sites.

Qualifications

• University degree in a scientific discipline such as Pharmacy, Chemistry or Chemical Engineering.
• At least 5 years of GDP and pharmaceutical quality experience.
• At least 3 years of GDP auditing with lead auditor training.
• Knowledge of GDP regulations including CFR Parts 3 and 4, EU MDR Annex 1.

Responsibilities

• Ensure GDP compliance across Octapharma's global distribution network.
• Manage qualification and oversight of distributors and subsidiaries, including audits and quality agreements.
• Drive quality initiatives and continuous improvement across the organisation.
• Oversee transportation processes, approve validation activities and collaborate with GDP Officers.
• Monitor regulatory developments and translate requirements into standards and procedures.
• Lead the corporate GDP Forum to promote knowledge sharing and alignment across sites.
• Represent Group Quality Assurance in cross-functional supply chain projects and support alignment of the PQS.
• Develop and deliver training and review and approve corporate quality documentation.

Skills

GDP compliance

Auditing

Quality management

Stakeholder management

Project management

International collaboration

Education

University degree in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or related

Job description

Octapharma Sweden seeks a Group Lead Expert – GDP to drive compliance across the global distribution network and oversee distributor qualifications, audits, and quality agreements. You will lead cross‑site initiatives, translate regulations into standards, and collaborate with international stakeholders to ensure safe, compliant distribution of life‑saving medicines.

The role requires extensive GDP experience, lead auditor training, and strong project leadership across multiple sites.