Associate Director, Global Quality Operations

About the Role

The Associate Director, Quality Operations serves as a strategic technical leader within our global quality organization. This role is instrumental in driving operational excellence, enhancing risk management practices, and optimizing quality system processes to ensure they are efficient, compliant, and fully aligned with our strategic business goals. You will lead continuous improvement initiatives that not only enhance efficiency and effectiveness but also foster a culture of accountability and patient-centricity across a matrixed global environment.

In this position, you will act as a bridge between Quality Operations and key functions such as Supply Chain, Regulatory Affairs, and IT. Your day-to-day involves facilitating cross-functional collaboration to streamline end-to-end workflows, overseeing the harmonization of quality processes across sites and regions, and supporting digital transformation initiatives. You will represent Quality Operations in global forums, ensuring that process improvement efforts deliver the greatest organizational impact while maintaining rigorous adherence to global regulatory requirements like FDA, EMA, and PMDA standards.

Our Culture and Values

At Otsuka, we are committed to fostering an environment of respectful collaboration and empowered development. We value diverse partnerships and seek individuals who maintain an ongoing focus on the needs of our customers and patients. As a leader in this role, you will be expected to communicate with logic, clarity, and respect, influencing stakeholders at all levels to achieve the best results. We believe that strategic thinking and problem-solving are essential for making decisions that consider the long-term impact on our business, employees, and the patients we serve.

Hiring Process and Application

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply directly through the official Otsuka Career website. Please note that this position will be posted for a minimum of 5 business days. We review applications on a rolling basis and look forward to learning about your experience in pharmaceutical quality operations.

Equal Opportunity and Safety

Otsuka is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and provide consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, national origin, veteran status, or marital status. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities or disabled veterans who may need assistance during the application process.

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