At Daiichi Sankyo, we are united by a single purpose, to improve lives around the world through innovative medicines. With a legacy of innovation since 1899, a presence in more than 30 countries, and more than 19,000 employees, we are advancing breakthrough therapies in oncology, cardiovascular disease, rare diseases, and immune disorders. Guided by our 2030 vision to "be an innovative global healthcare company contributing to the sustainable development of society", we are shaping a healthier, more hopeful future for patients, their families, and society.


For Daiichi Sankyo Europe GmbH we are seeking highly qualified candidates to fill the position:


Senior Quality Manager (m/f/d) CMO - Monoclonal Antibody Manufacturing

Purpose of the function:

In your new role you act as the primary contact for all quality related topics at contract manufacturing organizations (CMOs). As QM CMO you manage the quality oversight at the CMOs. Your responsibilities include implementation and maintaining of DS quality standards (GMP/GDP) and regulatory requirements at external contract manufacturers for our oncology products. Furthermore, you support other DS functions as an expert in quality topics and processes.

Manage quality oversight at CMOs

You are responsible for quality related topics like change control, deviations and/or complaints related to DS products at CMOs
Define together with the CMO effective CAPAs and track the timely implementation
As DS QA you independently review, evaluate and approve documents like APQRs, PPQ reports or CPVs
The QM CMO is the person responsible for preparing and negotiating QAAs with CMOs and ensures the CMOs work in accordance with DS QAAs
You are involved in establishment of new manufacturing processes and site transfer activities and act as quality subject matter expert supporting PPQ and validation activities
You support CMOs during Authority Inspections and perform audits on behalf of DS at different suppliers as needed
In this role you identify quality risks at our CMOs and escalate issues in case it becomes necessary


Act as global information distributor

In your new role you support global teams and SMEs to identify and define quality needs for CMOs
You share quality related information from the CMOs to our global stakeholders within the global QA environment as well as in department overarching meetings


Participate in the further development of the corporate QM-System

In global working teams you act as SME to improve the DS quality system and global SOP landscape
Share knowledge and expertise within QA or to other functions to improvement CMO management at DS




In this role you will work globally in close cooperation with other departments like Supply Chain, CMC, regulatory functions and others to ensure consistent supply to markets with products which meet our high quality standards at any time.

University/FH/Master degree in natural or pharmaceutical sciences - preferred in Biotechnology, Bioengineering, Biochemistry or a comparable program
At least five years of relevant work experience in the pharmaceutical industry including:

at least two years in Quality Assurance and/or Quality Management - preferable in Shop Floor QA activities or as QA Oversight for Manufacturing Activities
at least two years in a GxP environment in a position involved in monoclonal antibody manufacturing


Excellent knowledge of international GMP/GDP regulations
Have assertiveness, strong communication skill paired with diplomatic attitude during negotiations
A true team player, high quality consciousness and a solution-oriented mindset
Very good written and verbal communication skills in English and German
Experience with managing CMOs or external suppliers is beneficial
Project management skills is a plus
Willingness to travel (up to 10%, domestic and international)

Excellent Benefits
Work-Life Balance
Growth and Development
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