Vendor Assurance Manager

Walker Cole International is currently looking to hire a Vendor Assurance Manager on behalf of a growing Global Pharmaceutical Organisation.

Key Accountabilities of the Vendor Assurance Manager:

• To plan, perform, and coordinate supplier audits adhering to a plan and schedule.
• Manage the lifecycle of approved vendors.
• Monitor a risk-based Audit programme.
• Leadership of direct reports.

Essential Criteria for the Vendor Assurance Manager:

• Proven experience working in the pharmaceutical industry
• Experience of Auditing in a pharmaceutical setting
• Previous Managerial Experience is preferable.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements including Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) & Good Distribution Practice (GDP)
• General Auditor Qualifications.

Desirable Criteria:

• Lead Auditor Qualification

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