Norway Commercial Quality (CQ) Head - 1 year contract

Teva Pharmaceuticals

15d

About The Position

We Are Teva We’re Teva, a leading innovative biopharmaceutical company, enabled by a world-class generics business. Whether it’s innovating in the fields of neuroscience and immunology or delivering high-quality medicine worldwide, we’re dedicated to addressing patients’ needs now and in the future. Here, you will be part of a high-performing, inclusive culture that values fresh thinking and collaboration. You'll have the room to grow, the flexibility to balance life with work, and the opportunity to better health worldwide, together.The opportunityResponsible as Commercial Quality Head of the country, in alignment with business unit, inorder to ensure products are efficiently distributed into the country/countries by meeting Teva,regional and local standards and customer needs.Act as a primary Quality contact person who may communicate to National CompetentAuthorities the Marketing Authorization Holder (MAH) relevant activities.Manage the Commercial Quality unit team as relevant.Be the Commercial Quality business partner of the General Manager in the country or its delegate. This position is based in Norway for a duration of 1 year ideally from April 2026 How you’ll spend your day Business & Stakeholder Leadership Build and maintain a strong national Quality network. Lead regular Quality Management meetings with commercial, regulatory, supply chain, and PV teams. People & Performance Management Lead, coach, and develop the Commercial Quality team. Set annual objectives aligned with Commercial Quality strategy and manage performance, compensation, and budgeting activities. Ensure clear delegation plans and consistent team communication. Support to Teva’s Quality Strategy Drive execution of sub-regional projects and contribute to regional Quality initiatives. Local QMS Deployment (Norway/Nordics) Ensure full GDP compliance and promote a strong quality culture. Maintain SOPs/WIs, oversee GDP training, and drive continuous improvement. Lead local Quality Management Reviews and contribute to European Quality Councils. Provide monthly metrics and GxP compliance oversight. Operational Quality Execution Oversee market release, distribution GDP compliance, and product traceability. Manage FMD alerts and ensure proper complaint and recall processes, including authority communication. Act as the MAH contact for product defects and recalls. Ensure compliant change control, deviations, CAPAs, supplier oversight, subcontracting, and drug shortage management. Quality Incident & Authority Management Escalate critical quality issues and implement action plans locally. Ensure inspection readiness, host inspections, manage CAPAs, and oversee self-inspections.

Requirements

Advanced scientific backgroundMaster’s degree in Pharmacy, Medicine, Biology, or a closely related field — or equivalent proven expertise aligned with the responsibilities of the role.
Solid Quality leadership experienceMinimum 2 years hands‑on experience as a Quality Manager, QP, or RP within a pharmaceutical company, wholesaler, or importer/distributor.
Strong regulatory acumenDemonstrated ability to interpret and apply national regulatory requirements with confidence and precision.
Deep understanding of pharmaceutical Quality ComplianceRobust knowledge of industry standards, Quality systems, and compliance expectations across the product lifecycle.
Operational awarenessPractical insight into pharmaceutical operations and how cross‑functional processes impact GxP compliance.
Expert command of GxP frameworksIn‑depth understanding of GDP/GMP and other relevant GxPs, enabling effective oversight and decision‑making.
Proven Quality System builderExperience designing, implementing, and improving Quality Management Systems, including risk assessment methodologies and continuous improvement tools.
Digital fluencyStrong proficiency with modern software tools, including the full Microsoft Office suite.
Strong communicator in a Nordic environmentFluent in English and at least one Scandinavian language — with Norwegian strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Responsible as Commercial Quality Head of the country, in alignment with business unit, inorder to ensure products are efficiently distributed into the country/countries by meeting Teva,regional and local standards and customer needs.
Act as a primary Quality contact person who may communicate to National CompetentAuthorities the Marketing Authorization Holder (MAH) relevant activities.
Manage the Commercial Quality unit team as relevant.
Be the Commercial Quality business partner of the General Manager in the country or its delegate.
Build and maintain a strong national Quality network.
Lead regular Quality Management meetings with commercial, regulatory, supply chain, and PV teams.
Lead, coach, and develop the Commercial Quality team.
Set annual objectives aligned with Commercial Quality strategy and manage performance, compensation, and budgeting activities.
Ensure clear delegation plans and consistent team communication.
Drive execution of sub-regional projects and contribute to regional Quality initiatives.
Ensure full GDP compliance and promote a strong quality culture.
Maintain SOPs/WIs, oversee GDP training, and drive continuous improvement.
Lead local Quality Management Reviews and contribute to European Quality Councils.
Provide monthly metrics and GxP compliance oversight.
Oversee market release, distribution GDP compliance, and product traceability.
Manage FMD alerts and ensure proper complaint and recall processes, including authority communication.
Act as the MAH contact for product defects and recalls.
Ensure compliant change control, deviations, CAPAs, supplier oversight, subcontracting, and drug shortage management.
Escalate critical quality issues and implement action plans locally.
Ensure inspection readiness, host inspections, manage CAPAs, and oversee self-inspections.