Head of Quality | Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Head of Quality – Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

We are seeking an experienced Head of Quality to lead the Quality Assurance, Quality Control, and Validation functions at our pharmaceutical manufacturing facility in Riyadh.

Key Responsibilities:

* Lead the QA, QC, and Validation teams.

* Ensure compliance with SFDA regulations and cGMP requirements.

* Develop and continuously improve the Quality Management System.

* Oversee regulatory inspections and internal and external audits.

* Manage deviations, investigations, CAPA, customer complaints, and OOS/OOT results.

* Oversee product release, rejection, and rework processes.

* Ensure quality documents, SOPs, and records are accurate and up to date.

* Oversee laboratory testing, stability programs, calibration, and validation activities.

* Review and approve validation protocols, including IQ, OQ, and PQ.

* Monitor quality performance, risks, metrics, and trends.

* Lead employee training, development, and performance management.

* Drive continuous improvement across quality and manufacturing processes.

Qualifications:

* Bachelor’s degree or higher in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Biology, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.

* Minimum 10 years of experience in pharmaceutical quality.

* Previous experience in a senior quality leadership role.

* Strong knowledge of SFDA regulations, cGMP, Quality Management Systems, validation, and risk management.

* Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

* Fluency in English.

* Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems.

Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Work Type: Full-time | On-site