Senior Specialist, Marketing Company Operations Quality

SENIOR SPECIALIST, MARKETING COMPANY OPERATIONS QUALITY

At AstraZeneca, we believe in the potential of our people and we’ll develop you beyond what you thought possible. We make the most of your skills and passion by actively supporting you to see what you can achieve no matter where you start with us.

ABOUT ASTRAZENECA

AstraZeneca is a global, innovation-driven BioPharmaceutical business that focuses on the discovery, development and commercialisation of prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious disease. But we’re more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies.

Part of a global leading pharmaceutical, we’re proud of our heritage and where we’re heading – AstraZeneca’s exponential growth and unrivalled success in our international markets. Our pipeline keeps us leading the way and provides us with stability to build a long-term commitment. It fuels us every day – by realising our pipeline we’re addressing huge unmet needs and unserved patients. It’s rewarding and inspiring.

What you’ll do:

• Support and drive excellence in MCOQ GMP & GDP Quality activities to maintain the local License to Operate within Singapore.  

• GMP & GDP point of contact for Singapore and maintains an effective governance structure to ensure oversight of quality activities. 

• Provides support for GMP & GDP (Good Manufacturing and Good Distribution Practice) strategy and activities across market and commercial SET area as the Quality partner to Commercial SET leader, Regional Commercial Head and Global Safety

• Participates in defining the strategy for the commercial global markets ownership and execution of MCOQ  GMP and GDP Quality System and framework in country

• Support in defining, developing, deploying and monitoring the GMP/GDP policies and standards and execution in country markets

• Accountable for a Country MC Quality Management Review process, preparation and execution and escalations to Operations, Commercial and R&D Sr. Leadership and SET members

• Represents Quality on cross-functional and cross SET teams and steering committees related to MC market

• Participates in strategy and regional objectives setting for the MCOQ organization.

• Accountable for compliance assurance and working to one set of GMP & GDP standards and processes, as well as common GxP process across the MC GxPs.

• Accountable for Country specific regulatory requirements related to manufacture and distribution of AZ product in country, including but not limited to release of product batched, resolution of Issue Management, recalls, influence and decisions on local regulatory agency interactions, audits and inspection readiness and compliance to gain and maintain AZ licence to operate.

• Responsible in supporting for MCOQ GMP&GDP input into divestments/acquisitions/licensing agreements in country

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in project settings to deliver objectives.

• Keeps own knowledge of best practices, industry standards and new developments in quality management up to date

• Responsible for managing Quality Standards and expectations across a broad range of services in order to provide a high quality, timely and cost-effective service

• Employs prepared information to discuss, plan and help carry out improvement plans, priority setting, investigation reports, quality or performance improvement recommendations

• Ensures adherence to Quality, Health and Safety, Good Manufacturing Practice, Good Laboratory Practice and regulatory requirements of own work and others work

• Responsible for ensuring that policies and standards meet regulatory requirements

• Ensures compliance with Good Manufacturing Practice, Safety Health and Environment and all other relevant regulations

Essential for the role:

• Degree level or equivalent

• At least 3-5 years of experience in quality assurance within a pharmaceutical manufacturing or distribution environment

• Demonstrated expert level knowledge of GMP/GDP quality management; Experience in GMP/GDP country roles

• Excellent communication and organization skills with ability to make decisions and influence outcomes related to patient supply and AZ reputation.

• Strong business acumen with Integrity and high ethical standards. Ensures AstraZeneca’s license to operate for GMP/GDP through development and delivery of effective strategies for GMP/GDP in local marketing company.

• A broad understanding of the technical requirements within Quality and an ability to balance this with industry standards to achieve business goals.

Desirable for the role

• Pharmaceutical warehouse and distribution experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy

Why AstraZeneca?

At AstraZeneca we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration, and always committed to lifelong learning, growth and development. We’re on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare.

So, what’s next?

• Are you already imagining yourself joining our team? Good, because we can’t wait to hear from you.
• Are you ready to bring new ideas and fresh thinking to the table? Brilliant! We have one seat available and we hope it’s yours.

Where can I find out more?

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This position is not eligible for sponsorship of employment visa/work permit in Singapore.

Date Posted

12-Feb-2026

Closing Date

30-Mac-2026

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity.  We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills.  We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.  We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics.  We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorisation and employment eligibility verification requirements.