Vantive
Quality Manager, Warehouse & Distribution
Vantive, Olive Branch, Mississippi, United States, 38654
Overview
Vantive is a vital organ therapy company on a mission to extend lives and expand possibilities for patients and care teams everywhere. For 70 years, our team has driven meaningful innovations in kidney care. We are deepening our commitment to elevating the dialysis experience through digital solutions and advanced services, while investing in transforming vital organ therapies. We aim to deliver greater flexibility and efficiency in therapy administration for care teams, and longer, fuller lives for patients.
Join us in advancing our mission to extend lives and expand possibilities.
Your Role In this role, you will lead oversight of Quality-impacting activities for third-party logistics receiving/distribution center(s). You will collaborate with third-party logistics service providers on quality-impacting issues, management reviews, site QA management (pest control, temperature monitoring, returns, validation) and Quality Management System (QMS) related activities (such as document revisions). You will also support UCAN Quality Distribution activities including issue management (product dispositions, deviations, complaint investigations, holds), internal/supplier/3PL QA management (warehouses, internal private fleet, transportation carriers, suppliers impacting fulfillment), and internal/external audits including support of SQLM and new initiatives/projects.
What you'll be doing
Oversee quality-impacting activities for third-party logistics distribution center(s).
Conduct Distribution QA activities to ensure compliance with FDA and Health Canada requirements, including issue management (product dispositions, deviations, complaint investigations, holds), site QA management (pest control, temperature monitoring, returns, validation, establishing and overseeing protocols) and internal/supplier/3PL QA management (warehouses, internal private fleet, transportation carriers, suppliers impacting fulfillment).
Make independent decisions for resolving unexpected and critical distribution and warehousing issues. Conduct on-site GEMBA walks, collaborate with suppliers, pursue process improvements and gap assessments.
Support key projects related to distribution quality such as new warehouses, new carriers, new vendors, lane qualifications, temperature mapping and process improvements.
Facilitate and assist in internal/external audits and investigations (e.g., SQLM, GMP, ISO, US state distribution/pharmacy licensing) pertaining to Vantive or 3PL facilities, where applicable.
Build strong relationships with key suppliers and, through industry associations, drive company interests and alignment of best practices for distribution quality.
What you'll bring
Post-Secondary Degree in Science, Engineering, or an equivalent combination of experience and education.
Minimum 5 years of experience in Quality Assurance.
Prior experience in warehouse quality.
Supervisory or management experience in a Health Canada and/or FDA regulated environment for drugs and devices.
Knowledge of GMP, ISO standards and regulatory requirements for distribution quality activities.
Project management fundamentals.
Strong communication skills and the ability to work with all levels of the organization.
Ability to build strong relationships with internal and external customers.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Time management and ability to balance competing priorities.
Independent decision making for unexpected and critical issues.
Preferred Skills/Special Training/Technical Skills: GMP and ISO 13485 audit experience; experience working with third-party logistics vendors specializing in distribution (warehousing and transportation); experience with transportation and warehouse validation, qualification and protocol activities.
Nice to have
B.Sc. in Chemistry or Microbiology, or equivalent.
Post graduate training in Regulatory Affairs and Quality Operations.
5 - 10 years of experience in Quality Assurance.
Supervisory or management experience in a Health Canada and FDA regulated environment for drugs and devices.
Experience in Healthcare/Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance and in warehousing and distribution of pharmaceutical/medical device products (including drugs, medical devices, biologics, SAP).
Six Sigma Certification.
Vantive is committed to supporting flexibility in the workplace through a policy that includes a minimum of 3 days onsite per week, facilitating in-person connection and collaboration in support of our mission.
We understand compensation is important. The estimated base salary for this position is $112,000 to $130,000 annually, with potential for discretionary bonuses. Pay may vary based on location, skills, experience, and other factors. For questions about pay philosophy and available benefits, speak with the recruiter if you decide to apply and are selected for an interview.
US Benefits at Vantive
This role offers comprehensive compensation and benefits, including medical, dental and vision coverage starting on day one, life insurance, disability coverage, and travel insurance. Retirement benefits include the Aon Pooled Employer Plan (Aon PEP) and a 401(k). We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts, educational assistance, and paid time off, holidays, family and medical leaves, and paid parental leave. Other benefits include commuting benefits, an Employee Discount Program, an Employee Assistance Program, and childcare benefits. For more information, please speak with your recruiter or visit our Benefits site: Benefits | Vantive
Equal Employment Opportunity
Vantive is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic. Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.
Reasonable Accommodation
Vantive is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities globally. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please click the form link and provide the nature of your request along with your contact information.
Recruitment Fraud Notice
Vantive has discovered instances of employment scams where fraudulent parties pose as Vantive employees, recruiters, or other agents and engage with job seekers to steal personal or financial information. Learn how to protect yourself by reviewing our Recruitment Fraud Notice.
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Join us in advancing our mission to extend lives and expand possibilities.
Your Role In this role, you will lead oversight of Quality-impacting activities for third-party logistics receiving/distribution center(s). You will collaborate with third-party logistics service providers on quality-impacting issues, management reviews, site QA management (pest control, temperature monitoring, returns, validation) and Quality Management System (QMS) related activities (such as document revisions). You will also support UCAN Quality Distribution activities including issue management (product dispositions, deviations, complaint investigations, holds), internal/supplier/3PL QA management (warehouses, internal private fleet, transportation carriers, suppliers impacting fulfillment), and internal/external audits including support of SQLM and new initiatives/projects.
What you'll be doing
Oversee quality-impacting activities for third-party logistics distribution center(s).
Conduct Distribution QA activities to ensure compliance with FDA and Health Canada requirements, including issue management (product dispositions, deviations, complaint investigations, holds), site QA management (pest control, temperature monitoring, returns, validation, establishing and overseeing protocols) and internal/supplier/3PL QA management (warehouses, internal private fleet, transportation carriers, suppliers impacting fulfillment).
Make independent decisions for resolving unexpected and critical distribution and warehousing issues. Conduct on-site GEMBA walks, collaborate with suppliers, pursue process improvements and gap assessments.
Support key projects related to distribution quality such as new warehouses, new carriers, new vendors, lane qualifications, temperature mapping and process improvements.
Facilitate and assist in internal/external audits and investigations (e.g., SQLM, GMP, ISO, US state distribution/pharmacy licensing) pertaining to Vantive or 3PL facilities, where applicable.
Build strong relationships with key suppliers and, through industry associations, drive company interests and alignment of best practices for distribution quality.
What you'll bring
Post-Secondary Degree in Science, Engineering, or an equivalent combination of experience and education.
Minimum 5 years of experience in Quality Assurance.
Prior experience in warehouse quality.
Supervisory or management experience in a Health Canada and/or FDA regulated environment for drugs and devices.
Knowledge of GMP, ISO standards and regulatory requirements for distribution quality activities.
Project management fundamentals.
Strong communication skills and the ability to work with all levels of the organization.
Ability to build strong relationships with internal and external customers.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Time management and ability to balance competing priorities.
Independent decision making for unexpected and critical issues.
Preferred Skills/Special Training/Technical Skills: GMP and ISO 13485 audit experience; experience working with third-party logistics vendors specializing in distribution (warehousing and transportation); experience with transportation and warehouse validation, qualification and protocol activities.
Nice to have
B.Sc. in Chemistry or Microbiology, or equivalent.
Post graduate training in Regulatory Affairs and Quality Operations.
5 - 10 years of experience in Quality Assurance.
Supervisory or management experience in a Health Canada and FDA regulated environment for drugs and devices.
Experience in Healthcare/Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance and in warehousing and distribution of pharmaceutical/medical device products (including drugs, medical devices, biologics, SAP).
Six Sigma Certification.
Vantive is committed to supporting flexibility in the workplace through a policy that includes a minimum of 3 days onsite per week, facilitating in-person connection and collaboration in support of our mission.
We understand compensation is important. The estimated base salary for this position is $112,000 to $130,000 annually, with potential for discretionary bonuses. Pay may vary based on location, skills, experience, and other factors. For questions about pay philosophy and available benefits, speak with the recruiter if you decide to apply and are selected for an interview.
US Benefits at Vantive
This role offers comprehensive compensation and benefits, including medical, dental and vision coverage starting on day one, life insurance, disability coverage, and travel insurance. Retirement benefits include the Aon Pooled Employer Plan (Aon PEP) and a 401(k). We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts, educational assistance, and paid time off, holidays, family and medical leaves, and paid parental leave. Other benefits include commuting benefits, an Employee Discount Program, an Employee Assistance Program, and childcare benefits. For more information, please speak with your recruiter or visit our Benefits site: Benefits | Vantive
Equal Employment Opportunity
Vantive is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic. Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.
Reasonable Accommodation
Vantive is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities globally. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please click the form link and provide the nature of your request along with your contact information.
Recruitment Fraud Notice
Vantive has discovered instances of employment scams where fraudulent parties pose as Vantive employees, recruiters, or other agents and engage with job seekers to steal personal or financial information. Learn how to protect yourself by reviewing our Recruitment Fraud Notice.
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