Compliance QA Manager

SUMMARY/JOB PURPOSE:
The Compliance QA Manager, QA Core, is responsible for coordinating and maintaining inspection readiness activities and provides support for assessing proposed corrective and preventive actions in response to inspection findings. This role supports continuous improvement efforts within the Inspection Management program to enhance quality standards and operational efficiency.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage inspection logistics to support regulatory inspections, third-party audits, and mock inspections at Exelixis, including notification process, logistics team, inspection room preparation, and records management.

• Identify and drive improvements in the inspection readiness tools, templates and training material for inspection team and subject matter experts.

• Manage all inspection related documentation including inspection notifications, document requests, presentations and storyboards, and tools within the validated inspection system and centralized document repository.

• Coordinate and provide assessment of functional area inspection observation responses and associated CAPAs.

• Support the coordination of clinical site inspection logistics with the different cross functional groups and contract research organization, as needed.

• Collects, tracks, and trends industry inspection observation themes and provides data as part of quality system management reviews.

• Support continuous inspection readiness activities across the organization, including mock inspections, inspection logistics drills, document readiness reviews, and industry inspection readiness best practices.

• Supports internal and external vendor audit programs by coordinating audit preparation, post-audit activities, and quality risk assessments.

• Stay abreast of all relevant regulatory requirements related to product quality, data integrity, and supplier management.

• Provide support to QA Partners.

• Other responsibilities as required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• No supervisory responsibilities.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:
Education:

• Bachelor's degree in biology, sciences, or related STEM disciplines and 7 years of relevant experience; or

• Master's degree in related STEM disciplines and 5 years of relevant experience; or

• Combination of equivalent education and experience.

Experience:
A minimum of 5-8 years of related experience in GxP quality assurance or quality compliance, with exposure to inspection readiness activities and support of regulatory inspections or audits.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong written and oral communication skills.

• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.

• Applies current regulations and quality standards to deliver high quality work.

• Experience in supporting regulatory health authority inspections, including preparation, documentation review, coordination of activities, and post-inspection actions.

• Ability to influence decision-makers and utilize sound problem-solving skills to recommend options and implement effective solutions.

• Highly skilled in the ability to work with ambiguity and complexity and can continuously modify options and solutions across all levels of the organization.

• Ability to contribute to the development of company objectives and key performance indicators.

• Good organizational skills and ability to work independently.

• Team player with excellent intrapersonal skills and ability to work cross functionally.

• Strong user of Microsoft Office applications.

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

Our office is a modern, open space that fosters collaboration and creativity. Teams work closely together, sharing ideas and solutions in a supportive atmosphere. We provide all necessary equipment, including dual monitors and ergonomic chairs, to ensure a comfortable workspace.

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