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R&D Supplier Quality Manager
What you will do
Amgen's R&D Quality team is building a robust
Supplier Quality Oversight
capability to proactively identify and prevent critical quality issues across our supplier network.
As
R&D Supplier Quality Manager
, you'll report to the Director or Sr.
Manager of Supplier Quality Management within
Precision Medicine, Diagnostics and Supplier Quality (PMDSQ)
.
You'll be responsible for the
operational execution
of supplier quality processes for R&D suppliers under
GCP, GLP, and GPvP
regulatory frameworks.
This hands-on role involves
quality oversight of global and local third-party suppliers
, ensuring compliance, mitigating risks, and driving continuous improvement throughout the supplier lifecycle — from onboarding to audits, issue management, and offboarding.
You'll support all categories:
GMP clinical, GLP pre-clinical, and pharmacovigilance
, working cross-functionally with Supply Chain, Procurement, QA, and external partners.
Key Areas of Responsibility
Conducting risk-based supplier assessments, managing quality agreements, and ensuring regulatory compliance
Supervising supplier performance via KPIs and quality metrics, identifying trends and escalating issues
Coordinating and executing supplier audits, managing findings, CAPAs, and inspection readiness
Maintaining supplier data in electronic quality systems (e.g., Veeva, TrackWise)
Supporting training implementation, documentation standards, and continuous improvement initiatives
Building collaborative relationships with internal teams and external suppliers
Willingness to travel up to 15%
What we expect of you
We value diverse perspectives and outstanding contributions.
The ideal candidate is
disciplined, organized, and analytical
, with strong problem-solving skills and a proactive mindset.
Basic Qualifications:
Doctorate degree OR
Master's degree and 3 years of relevant experience OR
Bachelor's degree and 5 years of relevant experience OR
Associate's degree and 10 years of relevant experience OR
High school diploma / GED and 12 years of relevant experience
Note:
You must also have experience managing people and/or leading teams, projects, or programs.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in pharma/biotech or medical device industry in a quality management role
Exposure to clinical research environments with quality oversight responsibilities
Experience in supplier quality management, audits, and CAPA processes
Familiarity with GxP and ISO standards applicable to R&D suppliers
Strong project management and cross-functional collaboration skills
Working knowledge of GCP, GLP, GPvP regulations and trends
Experience implementing new regulations, conducting gap assessments, and improving QMS processes
What you can expect of us
As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for our teammates' professional and personal growth and well-being.
Vast opportunities to learn, develop, and move up and across our global organization.
A diverse and inclusive community of belongings, where colleagues are empowered to bring ideas to the table, try new things, and act.
Generous Amgen Total Rewards Plan comprising healthcare, finance, wealth, and career benefits.
Flexible work arrangements.
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We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
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