Quality Manager, Logistics

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Quakertown, PA, USA
In-Office
110K-110K Annually
Senior level
Pharmaceutical
The Role
Lead quality and compliance for clinical supply chain and logistics, ensuring GMP/GDP and ICH-GCP adherence. Oversee QC release, audits, CAPA, distribution licensing, depot operations, and mentor quality staff while driving process improvements and supporting regulatory inspections.
Summary Generated by Built In

When our values align, there's no limit to what we can achieve.
 
At Parexel, we all share the same goal - to improve the world's health. From clinical trials to regulatory, consulting, and market access, every clinical development solution we provide is underpinned by something special - a deep conviction in what we do.

Each of us, no matter what we do at Parexel, contributes to the development of a therapy that ultimately will benefit a patient. We take our work personally, we do it with empathy and we're committed to making a difference.

About Parexel

Parexel is a leading global clinical development partner delivering insights-driven clinical and consulting solutions to the life sciences industry. With 22,000+ employees worldwide, we partner with biopharmaceutical companies and research sites to design and deliver patient-focused clinical trials that broaden access and make research a care option for anyone, anywhere.

We work with focus, agility, and shared purpose -- moving with urgency to address patient needs and accelerate the delivery of new therapies. We embrace bold thinking, adapt quickly to change, and continually raise the bar for the speed and quality of clinical research. We are expanding our team and seeking talented individuals to help drive industry leading innovation, With Heart®.

About the Role

We are seeking a Quality Manager, Logistics to join our team onsite out of our Quakertown, PA location. As a Quality Manager, Logistics, you will drive quality excellence and operational compliance across our clinical supply chain and logistics operations. This position plays a key role in ensuring regulatory adherence, maintaining Good Manufacturing Practices GMP/ Good Clinical Practices GDP standards, and supporting the safe and timely delivery of clinical trial supplies to research sites worldwide. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams, champion process improvements, and contribute to supply chain operations from planning through closeout.

You'll join a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment focused on making a meaningful impact through quality assurance, process optimization, and regulatory compliance. With diverse teams and continuous learning opportunities, the Quality Manager, Logistics can explore career paths and expand skills across clinical research operations and quality management.

Key Responsibilities
  • Identify process improvement opportunities and champion their implementation across logistics and quality operations
  • Provide expert quality consultancy to operational groups, functional leads, and project teams while maintaining independence and objectivity
  • Mentor, train, and provide leadership direction to Quality Specialists and depot staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and compliance
  • Oversee quality management projects including validation review and approval processes, change request management, and quality investigations
  • Verify compliance with GxP guidelines, ICH-GCP standards, FDA, DEA, and local regulations across all designated operational areas
  • Support identification, management, and prevention of quality issues through facilitation of corrective and preventive action (CAPA) programs
  • Provide audit and inspection support, including preparation assistance, representation during regulatory audits, and response review
  • Execute QC release of medicinal products and clinical trial supplies; oversee QC activities and premise/equipment maintenance in depot and warehouse environments
  • Manage US state registrations, depot distribution licensing activities, and qualified officer responsibilities for Biosafety level; BSL-1 and BSL-2 operations
  • Assist with collection and reporting of quality metrics; remain informed about regulatory developments and share insights with the quality and operations teams
  • Receive approval from local QPs (Qualified Person), RPs (Responsible Pharmacist) or APs (Authorized Persons) before entering into the HQC-role 
Candidate Profile

You'll thrive in this role if you bring:

  • Strengths in quality management, regulatory compliance, and process improvement, including oversight of quality management systems.
  • Experience performing QP Audits, on-site audits, conducted to evaluate whether a site complies with GMP standards.
  • Experience working in clinical research, healthcare, logistics, or a regulated environment
  • The ability to collaborate across teams, mentor staff, and communicate clearly with diverse stakeholders
  • A patient-focused mindset and strong attention to detail in high-stakes operations
  • Comfort working with quality management systems, Microsoft Office applications, and general IT literacy
  • You have experience managing facility licenses, including state medical drug distribution  
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in technology, biological science, pharmacy, or other health-related discipline, or equivalent qualification or clinical research experience
  • Relevant experience in Quality Management, clinical research operations, or Logistics Quality Management (LQM) support
  • Knowledge of GMP/GDP regulations (Good Distribution Practices), ICH-GCP standards, and clinical trial processes
  • Experience with distribution licensing, QP, GMP and GxP auditing, and quality management systems
  • Experience with BSL level 1 and 2 operations and distribution of medical supplies, drugs, or devices
  • Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and take initiative
  • English proficiency (written and oral English) 
Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelors or Master's degree in a science, technology, or industry-related discipline
  • Trainer's experience and expertise in developing training materials and mentoring programs
  • Experience performing QP Audits
  • Experience managing distribution state licenses and licensing requirements
  • Oversight of quality management systems
  • Ability to travel approximately 20-30%
  • Experience with radiopharmaceutical operations and oversight
  • Familiarity with FDA, DEA, and state regulatory requirements for depot operations
  • Experience managing multiple complex projects simultaneously across different operational areas
Benefits and Compensation
  • Health, Vision & Dental Insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Vacation/Holiday/Sick Time
  • Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
  • Work/Life Balance
  • 401(k) with Company match
  • Pet Insurance
  • For a complete list of benefits, please visit www.parexel.com/us-benefits

The potential base pay range for this role is $110,000. The actual salary offered may vary within this range based on several factors, including the position and level offered, skills, education, training, experience, professional achievements, and location.

Some roles may also be eligible for additional incentives, bonuses, or other compensation programs. Our Talent Acquisition team will provide details on applicable bonus plans or incentive structures for eligible positions.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, which includes paid time off, a 401(k) match, life insurance, health insurance, and additional benefit offerings in accordance with the terms of our applicable plans.

If this job doesn't sound like the next step in your career, but perhaps you know of someone who'd be a perfect fit, send them the link to apply!

We believe in flexibility, growth, and creating space for people to do their best work. Join us and be part of a team where your contributions help shape the future of clinical research.

EEO Disclaimer
Parexel is an equal opportunity employer.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, which in the US includes race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in technology, biological science, pharmacy, or other health-related discipline or equivalent experience
  • Relevant experience in Quality Management, clinical research operations, or Logistics Quality Management (LQM) support
  • Knowledge of GMP/GDP regulations, GxP requirements, and ICH-GCP standards
  • Experience with distribution licensing, QP responsibilities, GMP and GxP auditing, and quality management systems
  • Experience with BSL-1 and BSL-2 operations and distribution of medical supplies, drugs, or devices
  • Comfort working with quality management systems, Microsoft Office applications, and general IT literacy
  • Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills with ability to work independently
  • English proficiency (written and oral)
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in a science, technology, or industry-related discipline
  • Trainer experience developing training materials and mentoring programs
  • Experience managing distribution state licenses and licensing requirements
  • Ability to travel approximately 20-30%
  • Experience with radiopharmaceutical operations and oversight
  • Familiarity with FDA, DEA, and state regulatory requirements for depot operations
  • Experience managing multiple complex projects across different operational areas

Parexel Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Parexel and has not been reviewed or approved by Parexel.

  • Healthcare Strength Health coverage is described as comprehensive, including medical, dental, vision, HSA/FSA options, and company-paid disability insurance. Descriptions often portray the package as strong or “top notch,” adding meaningful value.
  • Retirement Support Retirement offerings include a 401(k) with company matching and, in some regions, generous pension contributions. Core financial protections are emphasized as a solid part of the total rewards.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Time-off programs include ample PTO or flexible/unlimited RTO alongside flexible schedules and remote/hybrid options. Work-life balance support from managers is highlighted as a practical advantage.

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The Company
HQ: Raleigh, NC
20,524 Employees

What We Do

Parexel is among the world’s largest clinical research organizations (CROs), providing the full range of Phase I to IV clinical development services to help life-saving treatments reach patients faster. Leveraging the breadth of our clinical, regulatory and therapeutic expertise, our team of more than 21,000 global professionals collaborates with biopharmaceutical leaders, emerging innovators and sites to design and deliver clinical trials with patients in mind, increasing access and participation to make clinical research a care option for anyone, anywhere. Our depth of industry knowledge and strong track record gained over the past 40 years is moving the industry forward and advancing clinical research in healthcare’s most complex areas, while our innovation ecosystem offers the best solutions to make every phase of the clinical trial process more efficient. With the people, insight and focus on operational excellence, we work With HeartTM every day to treat patients with dignity and continuously learn from their experiences, so every trial makes a difference. For more information, visit parexel.com. Community Guidelines Because Parexel’s social media channels are open to the general public and employees, we are not responsible for views expressed other than our own. However, we do not tolerate posts that are: • Abusive, harassing or threatening to others. • Defamatory, offensive, obscene, vulgar or depicting violence. • Hateful targeting by race/ethnicity, age, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual preference or orientation, nationality or political beliefs. • Sexually explicit or pornographic. • Fraudulent, deceptive, libelous, misleading or unlawful. • Referencing criminal or illegal activity. • Spamming. We reserve the right to remove any comments that do not adhere to our guidelines as well as report users who violate the rules of our page.

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