Assistant Head of Quality (Consumer Healthcare / OTC)

about the company
Our client is a recognized leader in the Consumer Healthcare and OTC space, boasting a portfolio of flagship brands that are household names. This is an organization that prides itself on agility, entrepreneurial spirit, and a growth mindset. They are currently looking to further solidify their footprint by bringing on a commercial heavyweight to lead their distributor-led markets.

about the job

Operating as the critical second-in-command for the site's quality operations, this high-visibility leadership role bridges strategic governance and hands-on operational excellence. You will play a vital role in safeguarding global compliance and driving continuous improvement across the QA/QC functions.

• QMS Oversight: Maintain, review, and continuously elevate the Site Quality Management System (QMS) in alignment with PIC/S GMP, ISO, and ICH guidelines.
• Operational Integrity: Oversee and approve critical validation/qualification documents, deviations, change controls, and out-of-specification (OOS) investigations to ensure smooth product releases.
• Audit Readiness: Lead external regulatory inspections (e.g., HSA, audit bodies) and manage the internal audit and supplier qualification programs.
• Cross-Functional Partnering: Act as a key technical advisor to Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and R&D to manage product lifecycles and mitigate operational risks.

about the manager/team
You will be reporting directly to a seasoned Head of Quality. As the Assistant Head, you will act as their trusted right-hand partner. You will be stepping in to manage, mentor, and build technical capabilities within an established, dedicated team of QA/QC professionals, fostering a progressive and collaborative quality culture across the wider organization.

skills and experience required

• Bachelor Degree in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Microbiology, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline.
• Minimum 12 to 15 years of solid quality management experience within the pharmaceutical, generics, or consumer healthcare (OTC) manufacturing sectors.
• Strong, deep-dive knowledge of GMP standards, regulatory frameworks, and running formal validation programs.
• Proven experience leading and defending successful site regulatory inspections (such as HSA or equivalent regional bodies).
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to manage team dynamics and operational quality escalations effectively.

To apply online please use the 'apply' function, alternatively you may contact Florence Pang via LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/florence-pang-14742515a/ or email at [email protected]

(EA: 94C3609/ R25139901)