Quality Associate - External Network

Job Introduction

Why Dechra? 
 
Thank you for checking out our vacancy, we’re delighted you want to learn more about joining Dechra. 

A career at Dechra is different. Sure, we’re a growing global company with a presence in 27 countries but our purpose is simple – to achieve the sustainable improvement of animal health and welfare globally. 

If you want to be part of a team that invests in your future and ensures you have the support to reach your full potential and thrive, please read on.  

 
The Opportunity 

Reporting into the Quality Manager– External Network (UK/EU), responsible for ensuring:

-    CMO initiated Quality Management System documents are fully evaluated, approved and logged in Dechra’s relevant electronic quality management system (Veeva QDocs)   

-    Coordination between Dechra’s internal network, external network,  Good Distribution Practice (GDP) and Divisional Quality teams of supplier approval activities. 

-    Dechra External Network QMS activities, are tracked, trended, reported and progressed to timely closure.

Role Responsibility 
 
So, what will you be doing? This role has a broad and varied remit and the successful candidate will have responsibility for duties including: 
 

•    Initiate and coordinate contract manufacturing organisation (CMO) document review, approval and upload in Dechra’s electronic quality document management system (Veeva).

•    Support the preparation of key performance indicators (KPI) reports to drive closure of Quality management System (QMS) activities.

•    Request and coordinate the review of CMO stability data in Veeva by SMEs.

•    Request and coordinate the review of CMO product quality reviews (PQRs) in Veeva by SMEs.

•    Initiate new Quality / Technical Agreements (QTA's) based on approved templates, coordinate the review and approval of QTA's by SMEs.  Manage the upload of QTA's into Veeva, Initiate and coordinate the periodic review of QTAs.

•    Support the upload of audit deliverables in Veeva and support the generation of audit closure documentation. 

•    Initiate and coordinate the review approval and update of External Network supplier risk assessment documentation.

•    Coordinate and support the preparation of Quality Review slides internal quality meetings.

•    Support requests for CMO data.

 
The Candidate 
 
Here at Dechra we pride ourselves on being an inclusive employer. We know that individuals’ unique background and experience can bring a wealth of variety and expertise to our global workforce. For this role, we’re particularly keen to hear from those who have/are: 
 

•    Proven capabilities in a quality role. 

•    Detail oriented.

•    Diplomatic with good listening skills.

•    Mature, confident, and effective communicator.

•    Pro-active and solutions driven, with the ability to work to strict deadlines with a high level of accuracy. 

•    Proven ability as an effective communicator with ability to collaborate and form strong partnerships within teams and diverse stakeholders /customers that result in "win-win" outcomes to achieve business goals and objectives.

•    Fully IT literate: Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel.

•    Highly self-motivated with strong inter-personal skills.

•    Ability to work with cross-functional teams on new process projects and process improvements.

•    Ability to prioritise work and handle multiple deadlines.

•    Demonstrated pharmaceutical quality experience, including working within quality systems such as batch disposition, document management, audit programmes, change control, complaint handling and Investigations.

•    Knowledge of pharmaceutical manufacturing, packaging, testing, and distribution processes would be desirable.

 
Additional Information: 
 

• Occasional global travel may be required with this role.
• This role is based in Northwich with majority home working.

 
What we can offer you: 

• 33 days annual (inclusive of Bank Holidays)
• Holiday purchase scheme 
• Healthcare
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Life Assurance 
• 8% Employer Pension Contribution 
• Enhanced Family Leave 
• Discounted Pet Food 

About the Company 
 
If a career at Dechra has piqued your interest, find out more at Dechra Careers. 

Dechra is a growing, global specialist in veterinary pharmaceuticals. Our expertise is in the development, manufacture, marketing and sales of high quality products exclusively for veterinarians worldwide. 
 
All applications received are reviewed by our internal talent acquisition team and we will get in touch if your skills and experience match what we're looking for. Should you not hear back from us within 28 days please don't be too disappointed - we may keep your CV on our database for any future vacancies which could be suitable, and we encourage you to keep an eye on our careers site. We value diversity within our global workforce and encourage an inclusive culture. Any questions or queries, please contact us at recruituk@dechra.com