Who we are looking for
This is what you will do
The Senior Director, Global Quality Integration & Alliances is a senior strategic leader responsible for defining, leading, and executing global quality integration activities associated with mergers, acquisitions, divestments, strategic partnerships, and growth initiatives.
This role ensures that acquired or partnered entities are effectively integrated into the global Quality Management System (QMS) in a compliant, risk-based, and business-enabling manner. The position also provides global oversight of quality governance for external partners and alliances, fostering strong, transparent, and compliant quality relationships across the network.
You will be responsible for
- Owning and leading the global quality integration strategy for acquisitions, divestments, and growth initiatives.
- Acting as the Global Quality Integration Lead for M&A activities, including due diligence and post‑deal integration.
- Defining and executing quality integration roadmaps, gap assessments, and remediation plans.
- Providing global quality governance oversight for external partners and alliances, in partnership with the Global Head of QMS.
- Defining standards for partner quality agreements, oversight models, and escalation pathways.
- Ensuring compliance with global GxP regulations and inspection readiness.
- Leading cross‑functional integration teams across Global Quality and business functions.
- Capturing lessons learned and continuously improving integration playbooks and tools.
You will need to have
- Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy, Life Sciences, Engineering, or related discipline (Master’s preferred).
- Minimum 15 years of experience in pharmaceutical quality, with experience in M&A or partner oversight.
- Strong knowledge of global GxP regulations and quality risk management.
We would prefer for you to have
- Proven leadership of quality integration for acquisitions or strategic alliances.
- Experience working with CMOs or external partners.
- Strong senior stakeholder engagement and influencing skills.
- Experience operating in a complex, global matrix organization.
Location
Hybrid – Parma preferred, other strategic locations in Europe will be considered
What we offer
No matter where your path starts at Chiesi, it leads to inspiring possibilities. Your future is our focus, and we are committed to nurturing your development in our dynamic, friendly environment with access to resources and training every step of the way.
We provide top-class benefits, including comprehensive healthcare programs, work-life balance initiatives, and robust relocation support. Our salary package is competitive, comprising a basic salary, performance bonuses, and benefits benchmarked against the external market. Additionally, we offer flexible working arrangements, remote work options, and tax assistance services for foreign colleagues, all designed to help you thrive.
Chiesi is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce at all levels of our business. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment based on attitude and merit, without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by applicable laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, eligibility for benefits, and termination.