QA Specialist – Supplier Quality Management

About the role

This position is part of the Quality Assurance function at Chanelle Pharma, supporting the company’s vision to be a leading global provider of high‑quality pharmaceutical products. The role is based onsite at the Loughrea facility and reports to the Senior QA Compliance Manager.

Key responsibilities

• Take overall responsibility for supplier management activities.
• Maintain Approved Supplier Lists (ASLs) and ensure compliance across APIs, excipients, and primary packaging.
• Coordinate sample evaluation and collect supplier documentation such as GMP certificates, CEPs, TSE, GMO, allergens, elemental impurities, and written confirmations.
• Verify that supplied materials meet registered specifications.
• Develop and maintain API Technical Agreements with suppliers.
• Manage vendor performance, generate reports, and conduct evaluations for new suppliers and materials.
• Support final supplier approval processes and liaise with cross‑functional teams on changes.
• Assist in evaluating materials proposed for R&D products.
• Clarify supply‑chain routes, obtain route validation, and ensure compliance with storage and transport conditions.
• Perform supplier risk assessments and maintain related procedures.
• Ensure all activities comply with regulatory standards, company policies, and that personnel are trained accordingly.
• Identify and implement approved improvements to the Quality Management System.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in a science‑related discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years experience in a Quality Assurance role within the pharmaceutical industry.
• Good knowledge of EU pharmaceutical quality regulations.
• Strong organisational, time‑management and prioritisation abilities.
• Ability to build effective working relationships across teams.
• Strategic and influential decision‑making approach.
• Proactive, responsible and results‑oriented attitude.

Required skills

• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)