Your tasks: Select and qualify packaging suppliers to ensure high-quality materials and collaborate with them to choose optimal packaging solutions for pharmaceutical products Lead global harmonization projects to standardize packaging specifications and processes, coordinating closely with international stakeholders from Operations Units and Innovation & Development Establish solid supplier requirements and contract these in supplier quality agreements Conduct quality audits at packaging manufacturers to review processes, improvements, and innovations while ensuring compliance with quality standards and mitigating supply chain risks Support Operational Units in resolving quality issues related to packaging materials through expert risk assessment and corrective actions Foster effective communication and seamless information exchange across the global packaging network, sharing best practices with international experts Contribute to the supplier management program by developing and refining standard operating procedures for supplier management activities Your qualifications Academic background in (Packaging) Engineering, Material Science, or a related technical field, complemented by a minimum of 3 years of relevant industry experience in packaging-related development, production, or quality assurance within the pharmaceutical or medical device sectorExtensive expertise in packaging production technologies and understanding of associated packaging defects for selected categories such as glass, rubber stoppers, thermoplastics, foils, and printed packaging, mainly used for IV solutionsStrong background in assessing primary packaging interactions with products, supported by experience in extractables and leachables studiesCompetencies in quality auditing packaging material suppliers and in-depth knowledge of GxP standards for packaging (e.g., ISO 15378) and regulatory procedures across Europe, the US, and ChinaBusiness fluency in both English and German, plus proficiency with IT tools such as MS Office, SharePoint, and SAP We offer you: A permanent employment contract Competitive salary Flexible working hours and home office options Opportunities for professional development and training Great working atmosphere and a highly motivated team Show us what moves and motivates you - apply now and be part of our inspiring company culture!
Qualifications Bachelor's Degree Related field OR 5-year relevant sponsor or clinical research organization clinical site contracting experienceGood negotiating and communication skills with ability to challenge.Strong legal, financial and/or technical writing skills.Strong understanding of regulated clinical trial environment and knowledge of drug development process.Good understanding of clinical trial contract management.Fluent in English and German language IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries.