Quality Assurance Manager - Hybrid & ISO 9001 Expert

Sars; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Pension fund contribution

Health and wellness benefits

Paid time off

Professional development and training

Company-provided equipment for remote

Salary and performance incentives

Job summary

IQVIA is seeking an Assoc Director, Quality Lead for Data Management FSP to lead quality management in a team delivering databases that meet customer requirements. The role requires strong leadership, regulatory knowledge, and data management expertise across multiple global sites.

Responsibilities include managing QI incidents, guiding CAPA programs, coordinating with functional leads, and ensuring TMF and KPI oversight. Hybrid work model with Centurion, SA as a key location.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or educational equivalence in clinical, biological or mathematical sciences or related field.
• Advanced knowledge of Data Management processes and clinical drug development.
• Strong leadership and people management experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a QMS in line with ISO 9001.
• Lead and mentor the Quality Assurance team.
• Oversee QC activities including inspections and testing.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement CAPAs.
• Collaborate with production, engineering and R&D.
• Manage internal and external audits and certifications.
• Track KPIs and report to senior management.
• Drive continuous quality improvement.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and customer specs.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Quality management

Regulatory knowledge

Data management

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in clinical/scientific field

Nursing qualification with 10 years' experience

Tools

Quality Management System (QMS)

CAPA tracking tools

ISO 9001 knowledge

Job description

IQVIA is seeking an Assoc Director, Quality Lead for Data Management FSP to lead quality management in a team delivering databases that meet customer requirements. The role requires strong leadership, regulatory knowledge, and data management expertise across multiple global sites.

Responsibilities include managing QI incidents, guiding CAPA programs, coordinating with functional leads, and ensuring TMF and KPI oversight. Hybrid work model with Centurion, SA as a key location.