QMS & Compliance Manager (Biotechnology)

Location: On-site in Grens, Switzerland

Company

hirify.global’s Cytiva operating company develops life sciences, diagnostics, and biotechnology solutions supporting biological research, vaccines, medicines, and cell and gene therapies.

What you will do

• Lead and unify the QMS, Internal Audit, and Complaints teams into a cohesive closed-loop quality organization.
• Drive continuous improvement across training, documentation, change control, CAPA, and deviation management.
• Oversee the end-to-end customer complaint process and ensure compliance with cycle-time targets.
• Manage the internal audit program and maintain readiness for regulatory, ISO, and customer inspections.
• Implement daily visual management and quality metrics tracking to monitor backlogs and team productivity.
• Partner with Operational QA to align the execution of key quality processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, Quality Management, or a related technical field.
• At least 7 years of Quality Assurance or Quality Management Systems experience in medical device, pharmaceutical, or biotechnology manufacturing.
• Demonstrated experience in direct people management or team leadership.
• Fluent written and spoken French and English required.
• Practical proficiency in root cause analysis methodologies and electronic Quality Management Systems.
• Ability to travel up to 10% for supplier audits or global quality network meetings.

Nice to have

• Lean, Six Sigma, or similar continuous improvement certification or practical experience, including the hirify.global Business System.
• Experience managing quality processes under ISO 13485 and ISO 14971.

Culture & Benefits

• Work within a culture focused on belonging, continuous improvement, and tangible impact in human health.
• Access comprehensive benefit programs, including health care and paid time off.
• Eligibility for bonus or incentive pay.
• Collaborate with customers and quality professionals across a global life sciences network.