Remote NA Distribution Quality Lead

Bavarian Nordic Inc.; North Carolina; Remote; USD 145,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

Bavarian Nordic is seeking a Senior Specialist Distribution Quality Assurance to lead North American distribution quality and partner with regional Supply Chain to ensure compliant, efficient, and reliable product distribution. Remote (East Coast preferred) with regular collaboration across the Global Quality team.

You will oversee GDP adherence, QMS processes, and audits, manage 3PLs and cold chain operations, and drive continuous improvement across the distribution network.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Life Sciences or equivalent required.
• 5+ years Quality experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology or vaccine distribution.
• Strong knowledge of GDP and pharmaceutical QMS.
• Familiarity with 21 CFR, USP, EudraLex and PIC/S GDP requirements.
• Experience overseeing warehouse, transportation and 3PL operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead Distribution Quality activities across North America.
• Serve as the primary Quality Business Partner for Supply Chain operations.
• Provide Quality oversight for GDP-related activities and records.
• Oversee qualification and management of 3PLs, warehouses, and transportation providers.
• Ensure compliant execution of QMS processes including deviations, CAPAs, change controls, complaints and risk assessments.
• Manage Quality Agreements with distribution partners.
• Provide oversight of cold chain and temperature-controlled distribution.
• Support audits and inspections.
• Monitor quality metrics and trends.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliant product distribution.
• Promote integrated quality and continuous improvement culture.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Autonomy

Education

Master's degree in Life Sciences or equivalent experience

Job description

Bavarian Nordic is seeking a Senior Specialist Distribution Quality Assurance to lead North American distribution quality and partner with regional Supply Chain to ensure compliant, efficient, and reliable product distribution. Remote (East Coast preferred) with regular collaboration across the Global Quality team.

You will oversee GDP adherence, QMS processes, and audits, manage 3PLs and cold chain operations, and drive continuous improvement across the distribution network.