Specialist, Supplier Quality Systems & Data (SQMS) – Global Shared Services

Job Description

Specialist, Supplier Quality Systems & Data (SQMS) – Global Shared Services

About the Role

We are looking for a detail-oriented Quality professional to join our global Supplier Quality Management (SQM) team within a shared services organization supporting Human Health manufacturing sites worldwide.

As a Specialist, you will focus on execution and maintenance of Supplier Quality Management Systems (SQMS) with a strong emphasis on data quality, accuracy, and system-driven processes. You will support global supplier quality activities through consistent system usage, data governance, and process compliance.

What You’ll Do

Execute day-to-day SQMS activities including data entry, workflow management, and record maintenance within systems such as Veeva Vault and SAP.

Ensure high-quality, accurate, and complete supplier data in SQMS (e.g., Approved Supplier List, supplier records, change controls, and performance data).

Support supplier lifecycle processes including onboarding, qualification, change notifications, SCAR tracking, and supplier performance monitoring through system execution.

Perform data quality checks, identify discrepancies, and drive corrections to ensure Right-First-Time (RFT) data integrity.

Support global SQMS intake and workflow routing, ensuring timely and compliant processing of requests.

Generate and maintain standard reports, dashboards, and metrics related to supplier quality processes (cycle times, compliance status, data completeness).

Collaborate with sites, procurement, supply chain, and suppliers to clarify data requirements and resolve system/data issues.

Assist in audit and inspection readiness by ensuring documentation and system records are complete, accurate, and readily retrievable.

Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on enhancing SQMS usability, automation, and data governance.

What You’ll Bring

7 years of experience in the pharmaceutical/biologics industry within Quality Assurance or Supplier Quality.

Working knowledge of cGMP and basic regulatory expectations (ICH, FDA, EMA).

Hands-on experience with electronic Quality Management Systems (e.g., Veeva Vault, SAP) preferred.

Strong focus on data quality, accuracy, and attention to detail.

Experience working with structured data, reporting, and dashboards (Excel, Power BI or similar tools).

Ability to follow defined processes and procedures while managing multiple tasks with high accuracy.

Good collaboration and communication skills to work across global teams and functions.

Problem-solving mindset with ability to identify data issues and propose practical solutions.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Power BI, PowerPoint, Word).

Why Join Us

Gain hands-on experience with global SQMS platforms and supplier quality processes.

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Job Posting End Date:

05/27/2026

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