Pfizer

Supply Operations Quality Manager/ Market Lead Uruguay/ Paraguay

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Senior level

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The Role

Leads Pfizer’s Quality Management System for Uruguay and Paraguay, ensuring GDP/GMP and local regulatory compliance. Manages inspections, audits, deviations, investigations, CAPAs, complaints, quality metrics, regulatory changes, recalls, shortages, supplier qualification, vendor oversight, and quality agreements. Partners with cross-functional and external stakeholders to maintain product quality, inspection readiness, compliant operations, and uninterrupted supply while promoting GxP training and quality culture.

Summary Generated by Built In

Use Your Power for Purpose
Everything we do every day is driven by an unwavering commitment to delivering safe and effective products to patients. Our quality culture, rooted in science and risk-based compliance, is both flexible and innovative, always putting the customer first. Your contributions ensure that our high standards are met, fostering a culture that is both adaptable and forward-thinking. Join us in our mission to make a difference through dedication and excellence in every aspect of our work.
What You Will Achieve
In this role, you will:

Lead and maintain the Pfizer Quality Management System (QMS) for Uruguay and Paraguay, ensuring compliance with Pfizer standards, GDP/GMP requirements, and local regulations.
Serve as the primary SOQ representative and quality contact for local stakeholders, regulatory authorities, and external partners.
Ensure inspection readiness and lead the preparation, coordination, and management of Health Authority inspections, Pfizer internal audits, RQA audits, and self-inspections.
Manage quality events, including deviations, investigations, CAPAs, product quality complaints, and Notification to Management (NtM) activities.
Monitor quality metrics and KPIs, identify trends and risks, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Perform Quality Management Reviews and ensure timely closure of quality commitments and compliance actions.
Ensure implementation and assessment of new regulatory requirements and Pfizer quality standards applicable to Uruguay and Paraguay.
Provide quality oversight for local vendors, warehouses, logistics service providers, distributors, and other service providers operating under SOQ responsibility.
Support market actions, product recalls, withdrawals, shortage management, and execution of QRT-related activities.
Oversee supplier qualification, quality agreements, vendor performance reviews, and risk-based quality assessments.
Drive quality culture and ensure appropriate GxP training and awareness across the organization.
Partner with Commercial, Regulatory Affairs, Global Supply Chain, Medical, Legal, and external stakeholders to support compliant business operations and uninterrupted product supply.
Act as the local quality leader responsible for protecting patients, maintaining Pfizer's licenses to operate, and ensuring the quality and compliance of products distributed in Uruguay and Paraguay.

Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements)

Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, with at least 7 years of experience in the pharmaceutical or related industry.
Significant experience in Quality Operations, Quality Assurance, GDP/GMP compliance, and Quality Systems.
Knowledge in the GxP regulation requirements for Uruguay and Paraguay.
Experience managing regulatory inspections and audits.
Experience leading vendor oversight activities.
Computer skills in MS Office and enterprise systems like SAP, eQMS, QDocs, or equivalent.

Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements)

Master's degree with relevant pharmaceutical experience.
Knowledge in the GxP regulation requirements for Argentina (considering interfaced activities with this market).
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage time and resources effectively.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

Work Location Assignment: Hybrid.
Work Location Assignment: Hybrid
EEO (Equal Employment Opportunity) & Employment Eligibility
Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, or disability.
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Skills Required

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or Pharmaceutical Chemistry
At least 7 years of experience in the pharmaceutical or related industry
Significant experience in Quality Operations and Quality Assurance
Experience with GDP/GMP compliance and Quality Systems
Knowledge of GxP regulatory requirements for Uruguay and Paraguay
Experience managing regulatory inspections and audits
Experience leading vendor oversight activities
Computer skills in Microsoft Office and enterprise systems such as SAP, eQMS, QDocs, or equivalent
Master’s degree with relevant pharmaceutical experience
Knowledge of GxP regulatory requirements for Argentina
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage time and resources effectively
Strong interpersonal and cross-functional collaboration skills

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Healthcare Strength — Official materials describe comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and mental-health support, plus fertility/family‑building and transgender‑inclusive coverage; eligible Pfizer medications are noted as available at no cost in U.S. plans. Wellness resources such as telehealth and preventative programs are also emphasized.
Retirement Support — Company documents highlight a 401(k) with matching contributions plus an additional Retirement Savings Contribution beyond the match. Financial planning support and company‑paid life and disability insurance further bolster long‑term security.
Leave & Time Off Breadth — Corporate pages and job postings describe paid vacation and holidays, caregiver leave, and paid parental leave for both parents. Materials also note that details can vary by role and location.

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