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Senior Director, Site Quality Head, Goa

0-2 years
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10 Sept. 22, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc/M.Sc/M.Pharma/B.Pharma/Life Sciences Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Job Title:

Senior Director – Site Quality Head (Goa)

Date Posted:

5 Sept 2025

Location:

Goa, India

Company:

Teva Pharmaceuticals

Job ID:

63900


Company Overview:

Teva Pharmaceuticals is a global leader in generic and innovative medicines, committed to making healthcare more affordable and accessible. Operating in nearly 60 countries, Teva produces many products listed on the WHO Essential Medicines List.


Role Overview:

The Senior Director, Site Quality Head, provides strategic and operational leadership for all Quality functions on site. This role ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, maintains product quality and fosters a strong culture of quality across Manufacturing, Packaging, and Laboratory operations.


Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Strategy:

  • Lead the Quality organization at the site, including Quality Control, Microbiology, Quality Compliance, Quality Systems, and Quality Assurance operations.

  • Design, implement, monitor, and update the Site Quality Program in collaboration with Site GM and Corporate Quality.

  • Act as a strategic partner within the site leadership team, supporting Supply Chain, Project Management, R&D, MS&T, and Commercial functions.

  • Foster a sustainable culture of quality where innovation and proactive improvements are encouraged.

  • Provide effective quality leadership during internal, customer, and Health Authority inspections.

Quality Systems & Compliance:

  • Ensure a robust Quality Management System (QMS) is in place and continuously improved.

  • Oversee product manufacturing, release, and distribution in compliance with cGMP requirements and registered specifications.

  • Monitor quality risks and implement proactive mitigation strategies to ensure product safety and efficacy.

  • Ensure Quality KPIs are met and CAPA commitments are implemented effectively.

  • Oversee regulatory compliance, including preparation for GMP inspections and audits.

Operations Oversight:

  • Direct laboratory activities, including analytical site transfers, testing, and approval/rejection of raw materials, packaging materials, in-process materials, and finished products.

  • Ensure equipment, facility, and utility systems are maintained and validated per requirements.

  • Manage quality data delivery to internal and external stakeholders to support decision-making and compliance.

  • Plan, manage, and monitor the annual Quality Operations budget, optimizing resources and team performance.


Experience & Qualifications:

Education:

  • Required: Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, or Pharmacy.

  • Preferred: Master’s or equivalent degree in Chemistry, Biology, or Pharmacy.

Experience:

  • Minimum 10 years of pharmaceutical manufacturing site quality operations and leadership experience.

  • Proven track record in leading organizational change, efficiency improvements, and large teams.

  • Deep knowledge of cGMP requirements from local and international authorities (EMA, US FDA).

  • Experience with manufacturing, packaging, technology transfer, CMC content, and regulatory submissions.

  • Strong understanding of Data Integrity, analytical techniques, microbiology, lean manufacturing, and OPEX tools.

  • Practical knowledge of cross-functional pharmaceutical operations, environmental, health, and safety requirements.

Skills & Competencies:

  • Strategic leadership and decision-making capabilities.

  • Ability to influence quality culture across all levels of the organization.

  • Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.

  • Experience in continuous improvement of business processes and Quality Systems.


Equal Opportunity Statement:

Teva Pharmaceuticals provides equal employment opportunities without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other legally protected status. Reasonable accommodations are provided throughout the recruitment process.