Opella Global Science QD & Training Head

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Role: Opella Global Science QD & Training Head Location: Hyderabad Opella is the self-care challenger with the purest and third-largest portfolio in the Over-The-Counter (OTC) & Vitamins, Minerals & Supplements (VMS) market globally . Our mission is to bring health in people’s hands by making self-care as simple as it should be . For half a billion consumers worldwide – and counting. At the core of this mission is our 100 loved brands , our 11,000-strong global team, our 13 best-in-class manufacturing sites and 4 specialized science and innovation development centers. Headquartered in France, Opella is the proud maker of many of the world’s most loved brands, including Allegra, Buscopan, Doliprane, Dulcolax, Enterogermina, Essentiale and Mucosolvan. B Corp certified in multiple markets , we are active players in the journey towards healthier people and planet. Find out more about our mission at www.opella.com. Our Team Opella Global Quality is a team of highly motivated people to build the state-of the-art quality with an E2E approach across Opella business and ensure best quality and compliance for our patient safety. Within Global Quality, the Global Science Quality Team is the gatekeeper of quality for all regulated activities in Science (Development & Regulatory, Pharmacovigilance, Medical/Clinical and Innovation projects). We lead and manage the implementation of the Quality management systems within Science organisation to ensure activities and data are managed in compliance with the Global Quality standards and applicable regulatory requirements. Main Responsibilities Of The Mission The Global Science QD & Training Head Is accountable for the definition, structure and implementation of effective QD & training management systems for GxP regulated activities across Science functions, in compliance with the Global Systems. Impulse the continuous improvement mindset and set the new ways of working to build and maintain a robust and autonomous quality system. Lead the Global Science QD & Training team Define and structure QD & Training Systems across Science in compliance with the Global Systems Work closely with the Global Quality Systems & Excellence team and translate global quality systems into Global Science QD & Training management strategies and principles Ensure adherence of Science functions to GxP requirements Lead and coordinate QD& training systems related to business transformation (CHAMPS, eCTMS, OptiQual…) Continuously improve QD & training management across Science, working closely with other leaders& heads in Global Science Quality Lead the definition of simple and harmonized Learner roles across Science for GxP activities Own the definition of simple working guides to develop a robust, simple and harmonized QD system across Science, including QD Package concept Propose CONNECT improvement opportunities to accelerate and simplify QD & training management in Science Is accountable for and supervise the operational implementation on time and in full of the QD & Training management Quality Systems in Science, except Development centers Ensure consistency of Quality Document architecture and training matrices across Science Ensure compliance to Global Quality Standards and SOPs Review and communicate Quality and Compliance performance through KPIs reporting and perform trend analysis Escalate quality risk & concerns to direct manager in appropriate timelines Provide hands on support as needed Until Regulatory TSA exit, work closely with the Global 2RM Quality lead who is in charge of Global Regulatory QD & Document management operations. Oversee QD & Training management in Development Collaborate with the Global Development Quality Head to align strategies and ensure implementation of Science QD & training management principles Provide QD & Training input and guidance to Development Quality team to ensure alignment of strategies Perform internal checks of the QD systems and Training management systems in development Lead the team of Global Science QD & Training managers Ensure appropriate staffing and risk-based prioritization toward successful implementation of the quality systems Impulse teamwork dynamic Identify synergies and leverage efforts and learning across the Science Quality scopes Engage the team in the Challenger Mindset Culture Promote quality within and outside the quality teams in CHC Manage/contribute to all individual/transversal P&C processes for the team Provide hands on support as needed Impulse the continuous improvement mindset and set the new ways of working to build FMCH company Set and deliver the Quality Roadmaps and ambitious Quality Objectives in alignment with Global business needs Ensure smooth and efficient collaboration with business stakeholders within Science Select and manage external vendors/contractors as needed Manage QD & training service providers Partner with Science leaders and key stakeholders Build robust partnership and collaborate with business leaders, EUQPPV, as well as with the SME network , the BPOs and BSOs Represent quality in key governance bodies/committees or projects or in front of business for QD and/or training related topics Support audit & inspection as the Global QD & training expert for Science Communicate / educate Science SMEs and teams to enhance knowledge of the processes and enhance the robustness of the systems Collect business needs & expectations to ensure client satisfaction Report quality risk, and escalate issues and concerns Contribute to fostering the Quality mindset within Science As a member of the Science Quality Leadership Team & Global Quality Work closely with all Science Quality heads to ensure consistency and alignment across Science Lead Science Quality transversal initiatives Standardize and continuously improve operational processes across Science Escalate and report Science QD & training KPIs Collaborate with other Quality Leaders / heads Closely interact with BPOs Back up to direct manager About You Experience: 10-15 years’ experience in Quality, including QD & Training management - team management – transversal leader Soft skills: managerial competencies, outcome obsessed, change agent, decision maker, business partner, assertiveness, change agent, networking capability, autonomy, digital appetite Technical skills: quality systems in GxP regulated environment Education: Graduate in Quality, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmacy, Engineering (related fields) Languages: English is compulsory (working language) - other languages welcomed Why us? At Opella, you will enjoy doing challenging, purposeful work, empowered to develop consumer brands with passion and creativity. This is your chance to grow new skills and be part of a bold, collaborative, and inclusive culture where people can thrive and be at their best every day. We Are Challengers. We Are Dedicated To Making Self-care As Simple As It Should Be. That Starts With Our Culture. We Are Challengers By Nature, And This Is How We Do Things All In Together: We keep each other honest and have each other's backs. Courageous: We break boundaries and take thoughtful risks with creativity. Outcome-Obsessed: We are personally accountable, driving sustainable impact and results with integrity. Radically Simple: We strive to make things simple for us and simple for consumers, as it should be. Join us on our mission. Health. In your hands. www.opella.com/en/careers Show more Show less