REMS Manager

Merck & Co.; Bridgewater (MA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

The REMS Manager at Amneal is responsible for the operational management, compliance, and oversight of REMS programs within Global Patient Safety.

Reporting to the Senior Director, Global Patient Safety and Risk Management, you will lead day-to-day REMS operations, governance, and data reporting, ensure FDA compliance, coordinate with vendors, and support inspections and CAPAs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biological Science required.
• Master's degree in Biological Science preferred.
• 3+ years in REMS and pharmacovigilance, with pharma industry experience.
• Strong REMS, PV compliance and pharmacovigilance background.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day REMS operations and readiness for new products.
• Represent the company in shared REMS programs and coordinate with sponsors.
• Lead governance of single-sponsor REMS programs and data collection initiatives.
• Own REMS metrics and KPI reporting with dashboards and leadership updates.
• Support FDA inspections and internal audits; track CAPAs and remediation.
• Vendor oversight and governance of REMS vendors and service providers.

Skills

Pharmacovigilance

Regulatory knowledge

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Data reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biological Science

Master's degree in Biological Science

Job description

Description

The REMS Manager is responsible for the operational management, compliance, and oversight of Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategy (REMS) programs within Global Patient Safety. Reporting to the Senior Director, Global Patient Safety and Risk Management, this role ensures that all REMS programs are implemented, maintained, and executed in compliance with FDA requirements and organizational standards.

Essential Functions

• REMS Program Operations Manage day-to-day operations of all REMS programs across the organization. Support development and implementation of REMS programs for products in development. Ensure operational readiness for new product launches requiring REMS. Maintain oversight of all REMS operational activities and deliverables.
• Shared REMS Program Management Represent the company in shared-system REMS programs. Participate in PMO, consortium, governance, and operational meetings. Coordinate with co-sponsors and third-party administrators. Monitor and communicate changes impacting shared REMS programs.
• Lead the operational oversight and governance of single-sponsor REMS programs and organized data collection initiatives, including market research, patient support programs, registries, surveys, and similar programs; coordinate vendors and cross-functional stakeholders; ensure appropriate pharmacovigilance, regulatory, compliance, and reporting requirements are incorporated; monitor program performance and deliverables; and ensure all activities are implemented and maintained in accordance with FDA requirements, applicable regulations, approved program materials, and internal procedures.
• Own REMS operational metrics and KPI reporting. Develop dashboards and management reports. Monitor program performance and identify trends. Escalate compliance risks and operational concerns to leadership. Provide routine updates to GPS leadership regarding program status.
• Support FDA inspections and internal audits. Track commitments, findings, CAPAs, and remediation activities. Ensure all required REMS documentation is current and inspection-ready.
• Vendor and Partner Oversight Manage relationships with REMS vendors and service providers. Monitor vendor performance and contractual obligations. Participate in vendor governance activities and periodic reviews. Support quality assessments and audits of REMS vendors. Communication and Leadership Reporting Prepare executive-level updates and presentations. Communicate REMS program changes, risks, and performance metrics. Support leadership decision-making through data-driven reporting. Maintain awareness of regulatory developments impacting REMS programs. Provide REMS training to the functional teams within Amneal
• Governance and Stakeholder Management Establish and maintain REMS governance processes. Coordinate cross-functional stakeholder meetings. Track actions, decisions, risks, and escalations. Serve as the central point of contact for REMS operational matters.
• Manage relationships with REMS vendors and service providers. Monitor vendor performance and contractual obligations. Participate in vendor governance activities and periodic reviews. Support quality assessments and audits of REMS vendors. Communication and Leadership Reporting Prepare executive-level updates and presentations. Communicate REMS program changes, risks, and performance metrics. Support leadership decision-making through data-driven reporting. Maintain awareness of regulatory developments impacting REMS programs. Provide REMS training to the functional teams within Amneal
• Metrics, KPIs, and Reporting Own REMS operational metrics and KPI reporting. Develop dashboards and management reports. Monitor program performance and identify trends. Escalate compliance risks and operational concerns to leadership. Provide routine updates to GPS leadership regarding program status.

Additional Responsibilities

• Strong understanding of FDA, EMA, MHRA, and global PV regulations.
• Expertise in pharmacovigilance quality systems and inspection readiness.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent leadership, communication, training and stakeholder management abilities.
• Experience with safety databases and compliance metrics reporting.

In-depth knowledge of global pharmacovigilance regulations and guidelines.

Education

• Bachelors Degree (BA/BS) Biological Science - Required
• Master Degree (MS/MA) Biological Science - Preferred

Experience

• 3 years or more in Minimum of 3 years of experience in REMS and pharmacovigilance, with at least 2 years in Pharmaceutical Industry with strong REMS, PV Compliance and Pharmacovigilance background

Specialized Knowledge

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in REMS and pharmacovigilance, with at least 2 years in Pharmaceutical Industry with strong REMS, PV Compliance and Pharmacovigilance background

The base salary for this position ranges from $140,000 to $155,000 per year. In addition, Amneal offers a short-term incentive opportunity, such as a bonus or performance-based award, with this position within the first 12 months. Amneal ranges reflect the Company's good faith estimate of what Amneal reasonably believes that it will pay for said position at the time of the posting. Individual compensation will ultimately be determined based on a variety of relevant factors, including but not limited to, qualifications, experience, geographic location and other relevant skills.

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