Supplier Quality Assurance Specialist

About the role

AbbVie is looking for a Supplier Quality Assurance Specialist to support its high-throughput, multi-product plants with 24/7 operations. The role covers supplier quality compliance, CAPA management and site quality issues, and also supports global supplier quality initiatives such as new product introductions.

Key responsibilities

• Manage low-risk investigations arising from material nonconformity and low-risk supplier change control with cross-functional teams
• Support performance measurement of Supplier Quality Management processes and manage site CAPA systems and monitoring programs
• Coordinate site supplier quality issues (such as deviations), audit assessments and follow-up actions
• Ensure compliance with AbbVie policies and procedures and contribute to the oversight of Supplier Quality programs
• Provide timely support for supplier-related quality activities to the 24/7 plants while maintaining customer satisfaction service levels
• Maintain high customer satisfaction by managing internal and external relationships and promote safety work practices
• Support global supplier quality initiatives and site improvement projects such as New Product Introduction, and cross-functional projects as needed
• Perform any other tasks assigned by the Supplier Quality Supervisor

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in a science (e.g. Biology, Chemistry), Pharmacy or Engineering, or equivalent
• At least 2 years of relevant experience in cGMP biotechnology or pharmaceutical manufacturing is preferred
• Knowledge of Supplier Quality Management and regulations is preferred
• Good communicator with experience working with internal stakeholders
• Highly motivated, independent, organized, growth mindset, team player and agile enough to handle urgent business requests

Required skills

• Preferred: knowledge of Supplier Quality Management and regulations
• Preferred: experience with SAP and Trackwise
• Microsoft Office skills