Sr. Specialist, Supplier Quality Management

What Quality Assurance / Supplier Quality Management contributes to Cardinal Health Quality develops and implements quality policies, procedures, and processes to ensure products and services comply with regulatory standards and specifications.

Quality Assurance develops and implements a compliant and cost-effective quality system that assures products and services are reliable, safe and effective. This job family provides oversight of production/manufacturing activities, training to operational and quality control personnel, and educates business leaders on Quality policies and procedures and ensures that all products and services are properly reviewed for quality and documented.

Job Summary The Sr. Specialist, supplier quality management executes quality programs, policies, and procedures in a particular area of specialty (such as change controls, SCARs, Risk Assessments, and Quality Agreements) to minimize risks and drive supply chain integrity.

Applying knowledge of quality assurance concepts and technical capabilities, the Senior Specialist supports the Manager, Quality Assurance in quality audits and develops actionable insights and recommendations for addressing complex quality issues.

Due to a higher level of experience and knowledge, the Senior Specialist mentors junior Specialists and, under the guidance of the Manager, may lead the development of standard operating procedures in assigned specialized area. Responsibilities Negotiate suppliers Quality Agreements commitments prior to QRA Management approvals (by ensuring preparation of the adequate documentation) of the agreement.

As a member of the Quality Supplier Management Program, will evaluate suppliers in compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices and regulatory requirements. Ensures CAPAs for which the team is responsible are followed and closed within defined timelines.

Reviews, comments and challenges in an appropriate way, the Quality Reviews for the supplier’s quality agreements status. Understands technical supplier issues and evaluate their potential impact on product quality and compliance. Escalates complex issues to management in a timely manner.

Prioritizes and ensures work is delivered in an efficient way. Represents QA in meeting related to his/her area of responsibility (suppliers meeting, , change control, audits planning and review, budget, etc.) Addressing CAPA’s from external audits.

Conducting a management review (for suppliers) of the quality system. Following-up on and closing pending preventive and corrective action requests. Performs other job duties as assigned. Performance Expectations Models the characteristics outlined in the Cardinal Health Leadership Essentials- Managers of People, Process, or Projects.

Demonstrates a commitment to the organization’s mission, vision and values supporting organizational decisions and behaviors. Works as part of a team with others and shows respect and values diversity toward others. Demonstrates efforts to discovering, meeting and advocating for the customer’s needs.

Takes actions to continually improve quality and safety in daily work. Actively participates in improving work processes to meet and exceed expectations. Identifies opportunities for improvement based on process observations, outcome measures, and feedback.

Reports errors in a timely and appropriate manner. Takes initiative and is accountable for areas of responsibility meeting regulatory requirements including but not limited to maintaining required trainings as appropriate to position requirements.

The ability to act calmly and patiently when working under pressure and/conditions of stress. Maintains integrity, composure, communicates with honesty, transparency, clarity and promotes alternative perspectives. Travel – up to 10%. Qualifications 2-4 years of experience preferred BA, BS or equivalent experience in related field preferred Reports to Supplier Quality Management (QRA).

Demonstrates knowledge of supplier quality /quality systems and approaches. Demonstrates an understanding of the relevant FDA regulations, standards and operating procedures for supplier qualifications. Demonstrates knowledge of Supplier Quality as it relates to pharmaceutical products.

Manage the supplier risk assessments and quality agreements for all Private Label suppliers and services. Demonstrate knowledge of Quality System processes for suppliers Demonstrates an understanding of the requirements and can perform gap assessments to those requirements.

Demonstrates an understanding of quality concepts such as: cost of quality, analytical metrics and / or statistics, trending, quality planning, validation, auditing, CAPA and problem solving. Works cross-functionally and has the ability to interpret the requirements as well as educate and influence others on those requirements.

What is expected of you and others at this level Applies working knowledge in the application of concepts, principles and technical capabilities to perform varied tasks Works on projects of moderate scope and complexity Identifies possible solutions to a variety of technical problems and takes action to resolve Applies judgment within defined parameters Receives general guidance and may receive more detailed instruction on new projects Work reviewed for sound reasoning and accuracy Manages professional employees and/or supervisors; may manage business support, technical or production staff.

Applies expertise to improve effectiveness and provide guidance to employees in own area. Has accountability for managing financial resources. Manages budget for own area and allocates resources, accordingly, applying knowledge of profit drivers within own area/job family.

Role models Cardinal Health's high ethical standards and code of conduct. Recognizes development needs and capability gaps in own area and arranges specific projects/assignments to address needs. Builds confidence and respect of others through a positive and energizing style.

Interprets internal/external business issues and adapts work priorities in own area. Works with customers to anticipate and interpret customer needs and business challenges by identifying quality and service-oriented customer solutions and shares key learnings with others.

Effectively solicits and explains difficult concepts and persuades others to adopt a point of view, states own point of view. Responsible for being a culture champion by participating in the development, monitoring and sustainment of the culture that is an integral part of the site philosophy and vision.

The incumbent is responsible for embracing and demonstrating the culture of energy, passion and positive atmosphere while delivering superb customer service. Anticipated salary range: $68,500 - $88,020 Bonus eligible: No Benefits: Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.

Medical, dental and vision coverage Paid time off plan Health savings account (HSA) 401k savings plan Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) Short- and long-term disability coverage Work-Life resources Paid parental leave Healthy lifestyle programs Application window anticipated to close: 08/30/2026 *if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.

The salary range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.

Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply. Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day.

Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

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