Pharmaceutical Quality Manager (Part-Time)

Local Quality Manager (Part-Time, Remote) Location: Remote (Must be available onsite in Princeton, NJ for regulatory inspections) Employment Type: Part‑Time Industry: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Reports To: Group Quality Director Salary: $60-70 per hour (open and negotiable) Overview We are seeking a Local Quality Manager to support quality assurance and compliance activities within the U.S. market. This role is responsible for ensuring adherence to global Quality Management Systems (QMS) and local regulatory requirements, including GDP (Good Distribution Practice) and GSP (Good Storage Practice) . This is a hands‑on, part‑time role ideal for a quality professional experienced in pharmaceutical distribution and inspection readiness. You will collaborate cross‑functionally with Regulatory Affairs (RA), third‑party logistics (3PL) providers, and global quality teams to maintain compliance and minimize risk across the supply chain. Key Responsibilities Quality Systems & Compliance Ensure compliance with global QMS and applicable U.S. GDP/GSP regulations Support inspection readiness activities, including FDA and other regulatory inspections Partner with RA and 3PL teams to maintain quality standards across distribution operations Act as the primary local quality contact for global quality teams Monitor, assess, and mitigate quality and compliance risks within the supply chain Support quality event management, including deviations, complaints, and investigations Maintain accurate and compliant quality documentation and records Operational Support Assist in implementing and improving local QMS processes Support quality audits, self‑inspections, and supplier quality oversight Contribute to quality reporting activities (e.g., annual reports, metrics, trends) Ensure effective communication and escalation of quality issues Quality Strategy & Collaboration Support continuous improvement, simplification, and harmonization of QMS processes Act as a liaison between global quality teams and U.S. regulatory requirements Participate in regulatory inspection preparation and execution Collaborate cross‑functionally to strengthen compliance and operational efficiency Qualifications Education Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, or related field Experience Minimum 5+ years of experience in pharmaceutical quality, preferably in GDP/GSP environments Strong background in: Quality assurance systems Inspection readiness and audits Product complaints and incident management Supply chain quality oversight Experience working with U.S. regulatory requirements Skills & Competencies Strong understanding of pharmaceutical quality systems and compliance standards Ability to work independently in a remote, part‑time capacity Excellent stakeholder management and cross‑functional collaboration skills High attention to detail and strong documentation practices Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) Why Join Flexible, part‑time remote role High‑impact position supporting regulatory compliance and product quality Opportunity to collaborate with global teams in a growing organization #J-18808-Ljbffr