Senior Auditor, Supplier Audit – Compliance

AbbVie

. Perform comprehensive audits for compliance with US and foreign regulatory requirements .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeRemote • Illinois • United StatesSenior💰 $109,500 - $208,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Quality Assurance and compliance auditing within the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries, with a strong understanding of GMP regulations and quality management principles. Capable of formulating corrective actions and collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams to enhance compliance and operational efficiency.

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Quality AssuranceCompliance AuditingGMP RegulationsCorrective Action PlanningProject Management

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Hard Skills

Quality Assurance Audit ProcessesRegulatory Compliance EvaluationCorrective Action RecommendationsQuality Management PrinciplesTechnical Background in ChemistryTechnical Background in PharmacyTechnical Background in BiologyTechnical Background in MicrobiologyTechnical Background in EngineeringSupplier Quality Assurance

Soft Skills

Excellent Oral CommunicationExcellent Written CommunicationStrong Interpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsJudgment

Certifications & Qualifications

ASQ Certification

Industry Keywords

Pharmaceutical IndustryMedical Device IndustryBiotechnology IndustryQuality SystemsAudit Schedule Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform comprehensive audits for compliance with US and foreign regulatory requirements
Evaluate quality-related systems for AbbVie plants, affiliates, quality service areas, and suppliers
Support supplier Quality Assurance audits and resolution of related CAPA plans
Assess compliance of systems, facilities, and procedures against applicable regulations and AbbVie specifications
Provide audit observations and review corrective actions for proper implementation, effectiveness, and maintenance
Formulate corrective-action recommendations for internal sites
Participate in strategic initiatives to improve compliance with regulatory requirements and standards
Conduct audits of key suppliers and potentially AbbVie plants
Collaborate with R&D Quality Assurance to coordinate and conduct joint audits
Coordinate supplier audit activities with procurement, SQA, EQA, manufacturing sites, and commercial affiliates
Ensure audits follow the annual audit schedule
Prevent supplier audit delays from causing product launch delays or business interruptions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree preferably in a technical or scientific area (Chemistry, Pharmacy, Biology, Microbiology, or Engineering), or equivalent industry experience of at least 4 years
9+ years of total relevant experience
6+ years in Quality Assurance
Some project management experience in the pharmaceutical, medical device, biotechnology, or related industry
3+ years in compliance/auditing
Technical background with understanding of Quality Assurance audit processes
Knowledge of worldwide GMP regulations for quality systems and compliance
Understanding of quality/operational systems supporting facility, product design, development, production, distribution, installation, support, and service
Understanding of quality management principles
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal, organizational, administrative, judgment, self-reliance, tact, open-mindedness, maturity, and tenacity skills
Ability to communicate effectively and influence internal and external stakeholders
ASQ certification desired
Ability to travel up to 40%

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and sick leave
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k)
Long-term incentive program eligibility