Establish and maintain a Supplier Quality Management Program for CMOs, CTLs, 3PLs, raw material suppliers, and packaging component suppliers.
Develop and maintain critical SOPs for supplier management, including supplier qualification, auditing, issue resolution, and change control.
Author, review, and maintain essential SOPs governing supplier qualification, audits, risk management, supplier monitoring, and supplier-related change control.
Collaborate with suppliers to address audit findings and ensure timely implementation of corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs).
Manage supplier-related deviations, non-conformances, and CAPAs, ensuring effective root cause analysis and resolution.
Ensure supplier quality practices comply with FDA, ICH Q7, USP, and ISO 9001 (as applicable).
Spearhead the development, negotiation, and maintenance of Quality Agreements with CMOs, CTLs, 3PLs, and material suppliers.
Support regulatory inspections and internal audits by providing supplier quality documentation as needed.
Monitor supplier performance through quality metrics, supplier evaluations, and risk assessments.
Plan, coordinate, and execute supplier audits to assess compliance with cGMP, ICH, and regulatory standards.
Ensure Quality Agreements align with regulatory requirements and internal quality expectations.
Develop and maintain a supplier qualification and requalification process to ensure ongoing compliance.
Requirements
cgmp
ich
fda
supplier audits
analytical
bsc science
5+ years of experience in Supplier Quality, Quality Assurance, or Quality Compliance in a pharmaceutical, biotech, or regulated industry.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and risk assessment skills.
Excellent communication and negotiation skills for working with suppliers and cross-functional teams.
Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline (Chemistry, Microbiology, Engineering, or related field).
Experience managing supplier audits, supplier qualification programs, and quality agreements.
Experience working with CMOs, contract laboratories, and 3PLs is highly preferred.
Strong knowledge of cGMP, ICH guidelines, FDA regulations, and quality systems.
Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
Transportation benefits
Medical, dental & vision
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Mount Prospect,IL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Dec 11, 2025.
Short and long-term disability
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
$1.3B Annual Revenue
Revenue Figure
Generated annually through a network of technical and consulting services.
27,500+ Consultants
Consultants Network
Comprises a global network of expert professionals across industries.
Born in July 2021 by merging Aerotek’s engineering & sciences arm with EASi, Actalent emerged as a focused engineering-and-science partner.
Backed by Allegis Group, it drives scale and speed to market via contract, managed, and technical services.
Headquartered in Maryland with global reach, it deploys specialized teams across North America, Europe, and APAC on Fortune 500 projects.
Typical engagements span EV design, vaccine development, lab services, clinical research, and infrastructure systems.
Expertise covers a wide spectrum: aerospace, defense, healthcare, manufacturing, software systems, environmental and civil engineering.
Culture + Values
We empower people to realize their full potential by providing opportunities to grow and learn.
We build lasting relationships based on trust, integrity, and respect.
We champion innovation, continuously seeking creative solutions.
We are committed to delivering exceptional results for our clients and employees.
We foster a collaborative environment where team members contribute to collective success.
Environment + Sustainability
2050
Target Year
The company has set a goal to achieve net-zero emissions by the year 2050.
focused on reducing its carbon footprint and enhancing environmental sustainability.
committed to making energy-efficient investments and improving operational practices for sustainability.
focuses on reducing waste and increasing recycling in its operations.
Inclusion & Diversity
This company prioritizes creating an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are valued.
The organization strives to increase gender diversity and empower women at all levels.
The company regularly monitors and tracks progress on gender-related diversity goals.