Supplier Quality Consultant

We are seeking an experienced Supplier Quality Consultant to support and enhance our vendor oversight and quality compliance initiatives. The ideal candidate will play a key role in resolving supplier-related deviations, coordinating with third-party vendors, and ensuring timely and thorough closure of open quality events. This role requires a deep understanding of quality systems, supplier change management, and cross-functional collaboration.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the resolution of open Third-Party Event (TPE) records related to supplier performance and material quality issues.
• Act as the primary liaison with suppliers to gather investigation reports , secure CAPA commitments , and verify effectiveness checks .
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Procurement , Quality Assurance Operations (QA Ops) , and Manufacturing Science and Technology (MSAT) to assess impact and drive closure of vendor deviations.
• Support supplier qualification remediation efforts and promote improved documentation compliance from third-party vendors.
• Maintain and regularly update a TPE tracker , highlighting overdue records, risk-based follow-ups, and supplier performance trends.
• Contribute to broader vendor oversight programs , especially those tied to Quality Improvement Plan (QIP) readiness and regulatory audit response follow-ups.
• Manage and review Third-Party Supplier Change Notifications (TPSCNs) and Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCARs) , ensuring appropriate change control processes are followed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 3-8 years of experience in Supplier Quality or related Quality Assurance role in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry.
• Proven experience working with Veeva Quality Management System .
• Solid understanding of change control processes , CAPA , SCAR , TPSCNs , and supplier qualification practices.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.

• Experience supporting regulatory inspections or audit readiness activities.
• Familiarity with GMP, ICH Q10, and other applicable regulatory requirements related to vendor management and supplier quality.

Benefits

Azzur Group is an equal opportunity employer and promotes a diverse culture in our workplace. We believe that promoting diversity plays an important role in developing top-quality talent, fostering greater innovation and creativity, and enhancing our relationships with customers and the communities in which we operate. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)