Associate Director, ExM Quality, Quality Relationship Manager (QRM)
Date:
Mar 20, 2026
Location:
Zagreb, Croatia, 10000
Company:
Teva Pharmaceuticals
Job Id:
66936
We Are Teva
We’re Teva, a leading innovative biopharmaceutical company, enabled by a world-class generics business. Whether it’s innovating in the fields of neuroscience and immunology or delivering high-quality medicine worldwide, we’re dedicated to addressing patients’ needs now and in the future. Here, you will be part of a high-performing, inclusive culture that values fresh thinking and collaboration. You'll have the room to grow, the flexibility to balance life with work, and the opportunity to better health worldwide, together.
Our Team, Your Impact
This position holds the Relationship with Strategic Suppliers in Europe from a Quality perspective in the related Supplier Relationship Team (SRT) in the newly established vertical ExM Strategic Ops.
How You’ll Spend Your Day
- Definition, implementation and continuous improvement of the Quality Management System, organization and strategy for the relevant Supplier Relatiosnhip Team
- Quality Oversight of the contract manufacturing organizations (CMO) in the respective SRT which manufacture, package and test commercial products on behalf of TEVA.
- Management of the supplier relationships of the respective SRT in Terms of Quality through collaboration with suppliers and other in-house functional managers
- Proactive Management and improvement of the supplier´s quality performance by monitoring relevant KPIs and other global programs such as Data Integrity, Annex 1, Contamination Control etc.
- Assure inspection readiness
- Assurance by frequent on site presence at the supplier/ CMO or respective sub-suppliers that current pharmaceutical guidelines and legal provisions applicable for the manufacturing, packaging and testing of External Manufactured Products are met.
- Manage incidents at the suppliers in scope in close collaboration with the SRT-Team members of other functions.
- Hold responsible for the establishment and fulfillment of the conditions defined in the Quality Technical Agreement (QTA)
Your Skills and Experience
- 15+ years of experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing and / or Quality Operations roles (QC/QA)
- Degree of Pharmacy, Chemistry or other related Natural sciences
- Understanding of TEVA`s Quality Management Systems and corporate management in relation to projects and business partnerships
- Strong Multifunctional leadership, relationship skills and people management skills
- Willingness to travel (40%)
- Ability to successful communicate and lead inclusion and diversity in line with TEVA´s Globa Leadership Principles
- Detailed knowledge of relevant international guidelines, broad knowledge of nalytical procedures and various manufacturing processes
- Several years of experience in negotiations with international suppliers and participation in GMP inspections / audits
How We’ll Take Care of You
At Teva, better health starts from within, and that includes you. From day one, you’ll be supported with benefits designed to help you thrive in and out of work. This includes generous annual leave, reward plans, flexible working schedules (dependent on role), access to tailored health support, and meaningful ways to give back to the community.
When it comes to your career, you’ll be encouraged to explore, evolve, and shape your path. Twist, our one-stop shop for career development platform, gives you access to a wide range of possibilities, from learning programs and short-term projects to opportunities for internal growth. Here, you’ll be part of a culture that empowers you to reach your goals and prioritize your wellbeing every step of the way.
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Teva’s Equal Employment Opportunity Commitment
Teva Pharmaceuticals is committed to equal opportunity in employment. It is Teva's global policy that equal employment opportunity be provided without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, veteran status, national or ethnic origin or any other legally recognized status entitled to protection under applicable laws. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace for all. If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise us of any accommodations needed to support you throughout the recruitment and selection process. All accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of providing an accessible candidate experience.
