Manager External Supply QA (a) 100% - (temporary, 12 month)

pBachem is a leading, innovation-driven company specializing in the development and manufacture of peptides and oligonucleotides. With over 50 years of experience and expertise Bachem provides products for research, clinical development and commercial application to pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies worldwide and offers a comprehensive range of services. Bachem operates internationally with headquarters in Switzerland and locations in Europe, the US and Asia. The company is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange. For further information, see /p pTo support our continued organic growth, we are looking for a dedicated and experienced to strengthen our team /p pIn this role, you will be responsible for ensuring compliance with GMP requirements and quality standards across our external supply network. Working closely with suppliers, contract manufacturers, and cross-functional stakeholders, you will play a key role in maintaining the quality, safety, and reliability of externally sourced materials and services. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic, fast-growing, and internationally operating pharmaceutical environment /p h3Your tasks: /h3 ul liVendor Incident Management: Independently handling, investigating, and following up on quality incidents and complaints involving external vendors (including SCAR processing and CAPA control) /li liChange Requests: Processing change notifications and change requests from vendors /li liVendor (Re-)Qualification: Actively monitoring, executing, and coordinating vendor qualifications as well as periodic re-qualifications to ensure compliant supply chains /li liApproving vendors and managing the Trusted Vendor Program, with an ongoing expansion to include equipment suppliers and outsourcing service providers /li liInterface Coordination Support: Closely collaborating across departments with Direct Procurement, QC Compliance, Regulatory Affairs, and local QA teams to master current operational challenges /li /ul h3Your profile: /h3 ul liEducation: University degree Master or PhD with focus on natural sciences (Chemistry, Process Engineering, Pharmacy, Food Technology or similar field) or an education with equivalent, multi-year professional experience /li liProfessional Experience: At least 5 years of sound professional experience in quality assurance within the pharmaceutical industry or a pharma CDMO organization /li liExpertise Working Style: A pronounced sense of quality and compliance with a sharp eye for details, sound knowledge of GMP regulations (EU/US/CH), and experience in dealing professionally with vendors /li liLanguage Skills: Fluent English spoken and written (C1 required); German skills are an advantage /li liIT Systems: Routine handling of electronic management and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, MasterControl, and DocuSign) as well as common MS Office applications /li /ul h3Our offer: /h3 ul liA dynamic and rapidly growing work environment with internal development opportunities /li liFlexible working hours with home office days /li liEmployee development through numerous internal and external training opportunities /li li60% coverage of pension fund contributions by Bachem AG as well as option for extra-mandatory pension provision with our Pension Plan Plus /li liAccess to the Swibeco benefits platform with discounts from external partners /li liFresh, healthy and varied food in our staff restaurant /li liA wide range of free sports activities on the Bachem Campus /li liWould you like to drive innovation together with us? /li /ul pAt , you’ll find a diverse, multicultural team. The in the job title stands for . We welcome applications from all candidates. What matters are your skills and motivation—regardless of age, gender, background, religion, or sexual orientation /p #J-18808-Ljbffr