Senior Distribution QA Lead - Remote (US)

Bavarian Nordic; Durham, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 145,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

Bavarian Nordic is seeking a Senior Specialist Distribution Quality Assurance to lead GDP compliance across North American distribution operations. This remote role partners with Supply Chain to ensure compliant, efficient product distribution and continuous improvement within a pharma/biotech context.

The ideal candidate has a Master’s in Life Sciences and 5+ years of quality experience, deep GDP knowledge, QMS expertise, and proven ability to oversee 3PLs, warehouses, and transportation

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Life Sciences or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of Quality experience in pharmaceutical/biotech/vaccine manufacturing or distribution.
• Strong knowledge of GDP requirements and pharmaceutical Quality Systems.
• Experience with QMS processes, audits, supplier oversight, and risk management.
• Ability to travel up to 20%.

Responsibilities

• Lead Distribution Quality activities across North America.
• Serve as 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 (deviations, CAPAs, change controls, complaints, risk assessments).
• Manage Quality Agreements with distribution partners.
• Provide oversight of cold chain and temperature-controlled distribution activities.
• Support audits and inspections.
• Monitor quality metrics and trends.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliant product distribution.
• Promote a strong integrated quality and continuous improvement culture.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Master's degree in Life Sciences

Job description

Bavarian Nordic is seeking a Senior Specialist Distribution Quality Assurance to lead GDP compliance across North American distribution operations. This remote role partners with Supply Chain to ensure compliant, efficient product distribution and continuous improvement within a pharma/biotech context.

The ideal candidate has a Master’s in Life Sciences and 5+ years of quality experience, deep GDP knowledge, QMS expertise, and proven ability to oversee 3PLs, warehouses, and transportation