Novartis Hiring: Specialist – Quality Operations (Hyderabad)

Novartis, a global leader in innovative medicine with one of the most exciting product pipelines in the pharmaceutical industry, is seeking a Specialist – Quality Operations. This role is ideal for experienced quality professionals looking to join a performance-driven team in a rewarding work environment.

The Specialist will be responsible for managing end-to-end Supplier and Vendor Quality Management activities, ensuring that all incoming materials and third-party services meet the highest global standards.

Key Responsibilities

Supplier Management: Lead the qualification and management of suppliers, service providers, and material documentation.
Risk & Compliance: Perform Quality Risk Assessments (QRA) for new and existing vendors and manage 3rd Party Risk Management (TPRM) tools.
Documentation & Reporting: Draft Annual Monitoring and Certification reports, negotiate Quality Assurance Agreements (QAA), and prepare regulatory statements.
Quality Control Support: Evaluate Supplier Change Notifications (SCN), prepare relevant APQR sections, and manage deviations or change control tasks.
Audit Readiness: Provide comprehensive support for audit preparation (QARP/FURP) and oversee CAPA management.
Stakeholder Coordination: Collaborate with Service Delivery Teams (SDT) and stakeholders in the SIM approval process.

Candidate Profile

Education: M.Pharm, B.Pharm, M.Sc, or equivalent from a reputed university.
Experience: Minimum 8 years of pharmaceutical Quality experience, with a strong preference for candidates specialized in Supplier Quality Management.
Skills: Basic project management skills and fluency in English (both written and spoken).
Location: Hyderabad, India.

Position Details

Industry Type: Pharma / Healthcare / Clinical Research
Job ID: REQ-10075469
Application Deadline: 30th May 2026

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates can apply through the Novartis careers portal using the Job ID REQ-10075469.

Pro Tip: When applying, emphasize your specific experience with Third-Party Risk Management tools and your track record in successfully managing Supplier Change Notifications (SCN), as these are core focus areas for this position.