Senior Pharmacist - Quality&Compliance Leader, Alkmaar

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Responsibilities

Ensure overall responsibility for pharmaceutical quality and compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and GDS standards

Develop, maintain, and continuously improve the Quality Management System (QMS)

Monitor and enforce adherence to procedures, policies, and regulatory requirements across the organization

Act as the primary contact for quality-related issues, including customer complaints and regulatory inquiries

Approve validation, calibration, and deblistering protocols, as well as procedural deviations and changes

Oversee and ensure proper handling of deviations, CAPAs, and recalls

Authorize release of packaging processes, validated equipment, and repackaged medication

Lead and support internal and external audits and maintain relationships with regulatory bodies

Provide leadership, coaching, and guidance to quality teams and broader organization

Promote a strong quality culture and continuous improvement mindset across all functions

Evaluate product changes, risks, and impacts related to pharmaceutical properties and packaging

Has authority to stop production and block products in case of quality risks

Requirements

Master’s Degree in Pharmacy

Valid and unrestricted registration in the relevant professional register (e.g., BIG register or equivalent)

Minimum 3 years of experience in a similar role within a regulated pharmaceutical environment

Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical regulations, GDP and GMP guidelines

Experience with Quality Management Systems and regulatory compliance frameworks

Experience working with audits and regulatory inspections

Proven experience in validation of equipment and software

Strong leadership and people management experience, including coaching and development

Experience in process improvement and organizational optimization

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Strong analytical skills and ability to translate strategy into operational processes

Minimum Skills Required

Strong leadership and team management capabilities

Advanced knowledge of pharmaceutical quality standards and regulatory frameworks

Decision-making skills, including ability to act in critical or urgent situations

High attention to detail and problem-solving abilities

Strong analytical and critical thinking skills

Ability to influence and drive change within an organization

Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Organizational awareness and ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments

Results-oriented mindset with focus on continuous improvement

Fluency in English (written and spoken)

What Cencora offers Benefit offerings outside the US may vary by country and will be aligned to local market practice. The eligibility and effective date may differ for some benefits and for team members covered under collective bargaining agreements. Full time.

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