Quality Network Lead, Transfer & New Product Commercialization

MSD

. Develop, execute, and implement Quality strategy, including Product Quality analytical strategy, for new product commercializations and transfers across the value chain .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $142,400 - $224,100 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Quality Strategy Development and Implementation, with a strong focus on compliance with GMP and Animal Health Quality Standards. Proven ability to manage complex projects and drive change within organizations while ensuring successful product commercialization and transfer.

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Quality Strategy DevelopmentGMP ComplianceProject ManagementAnimal Health Quality OperationsChange Management

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Hard Skills

Quality LeadershipAnalytical StrategyBiologics KnowledgeTechnology TransferManufacturing Process EfficiencyQuality Assurance Release ProcessesQuality SystemsCommercializationRisk ManagementProgram-Level Quality Performance

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationInfluencing AbilitiesTask-Oriented LeadershipSelf-MotivatedInclusive

Certifications & Qualifications

MPS CertificationContinuous Improvement Certification

Industry Keywords

Pharmaceutical IndustryBiological ProductsUSDA RegulationsEU GMP GuidelinesAnimal HealthCGMP PracticesVaccine ManufacturingBiopharmaceutical IndustryCMC BiologicsQuality Operations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop, execute, and implement Quality strategy, including Product Quality analytical strategy, for new product commercializations and transfers across the value chain
Provide Quality leadership from late development through commercialization, inspection readiness, launch, and lifecycle management
Participate in complex strategy evaluations involving technological transfer and analytical transfer of biomaterials
Drive Quality network strategy development and implementation
Develop and implement quality and testing strategies that minimize CAPEX, maximize asset utilization, and strategically use analytical platforms and knowledge
Develop Quality positions for filings and launches
Drive efficiency, reliability, program-level quality risk and performance, business continuity, and reliability
Support timely execution of network activities and new product commercializations
Ensure successful handover to Analytical Technology Solutions for analytical and biomaterial transfers
Develop and oversee compliance with network and transfer quality activities affecting Animal Health
Develop and present quality business cases for strategic actions
Lead activities from quality strategy through transfer execution and report progress to governance bodies
Work closely with Senior Specialists, Network Transfer
Apply Animal Health Quality Manual and Quality Standards guidance; design, implement, and maintain GMP and Animal Health Quality Standards
Manage milestone delivery and prioritization of complex transfer Quality projects involving Quality Assurance Release processes and Quality systems
Partner with Global Transfer, Global Supply Chain, Bioprocess Technology Solutions, R&D, Aseptic Process Solutions, Global Regulatory Affairs, and other support functions
Support collaboration and exchange of preferred cGMP practices across the network

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in chemistry, Pharmacy, Biology, Veterinary, or related scientific discipline
Minimum 7+ years experience in Pharmaceutical Industry with Biological products, including site-based Operations manufacturing or Quality
Proven knowledge and understanding of USDA and EU GMP regulations, guidelines, and expectations in daily operations
MPS or continuous improvement certification (green belt minimum preferably)
Proven ability to manage complex projects
Strong ability to initiate and drive change within complex organizations
Broader understanding of complex Animal Health Quality Operations
Knowledge of biologics, biopharmaceutical industry, CMC biologics, commercialization, manufacturing, process efficiency improvements, project management, quality leadership, quality operations, quality strategy, technology transfer, and vaccine manufacturing
Strong communication and influencing abilities
Task-oriented leadership and ability to drive project sponsorship and gain support and resources
Self-motivated, self-sufficient, and inclusive
Valid driving license required
No visa sponsorship
Willingness to travel 25%

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus
Long-term incentive, if applicable
Medical, dental, and vision healthcare
Other insurance benefits for employee and family
Retirement benefits, including 401(k)
Paid holidays
Vacation
Compassionate days
Sick days
Hybrid work arrangement