Manager-Technical

Julphar
Saudi Arabia
Workplace: OnsiteFull timeFunction: Quality & Regulatory (Non-Software)Experience: 10+ yearsEducation: bachelorsSkills: ["Accountability","Communication","Leadership","Team management","Analytical thinking"]

Lead technical and quality functions within the plants to ensure full adherence to SFDA requirements and cGMP/GLP/GDP standards. Oversee QMS implementation, continuous improvement, and review/approval of critical technical documentation, including validation, change control, and investigations for deviations, OOS, and complaints. Represent the plant during SFDA inspections, manage CAPA and recall processes, and ensure EHS compliance, including controlled/narcotic substance oversight.

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Julphar
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Manager-Technical

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Job Summary

Lead technical and quality functions within the plants to ensure full adherence to SFDA requirements and cGMP/GLP/GDP standards. Oversee QMS implementation, continuous improvement, and review/approval of critical technical documentation, including validation, change control, and investigations for deviations, OOS, and complaints. Represent the plant during SFDA inspections, manage CAPA and recall processes, and ensure EHS compliance, including controlled/narcotic substance oversight.
Location: Saudi Arabia
Workplace: Onsite
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Quality & Regulatory (Non-Software)
Seniority: Manager level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Manage all technical-related functions and departments within the plants in line with SFDA guidelines.
  • •Oversee QMS implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement; review and approve critical quality/technical documentation and validation/change control activities.
  • •Authorize investigations for deviations, OOS, and product complaints; manage product recall processes with proper documentation and corrective actions.
  • •Ensure regulatory compliance with cGMP/GLP/GDP and represent the plant during SFDA inspections alongside QA; approve CAPA plans for internal, external, and regulatory audits.
  • •Define technical staff roles and expectations, identify competency gaps, and implement training; follow ISO 14001:2015 and Saudi safety/EHS requirements (NCOSHA, SASO, OSH, NEBOSH).

Key Requirements

  • •Bachelor’s or Doctorate degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences or Pharmacy (B.Pharm or PharmD) as per SFDA regulations.
  • •Minimum 10 years in pharmaceutical manufacturing, quality assurance, or related technical fields, including leadership experience in a cGMP-regulated environment, with at least 5 years in a similar role.
  • •Comprehensive understanding of GMP, GDP, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001 requirements.
  • •Strong familiarity with regulatory guidelines (SFDA, FDA, WHO, EU) and experience in audits, CAPA, risk management, and QMS systems.
  • •Proficiency in MS Office and electronic QMS platforms with excellent leadership and people management skills.
Experience:10+ yearsPharmaceutical manufacturingQuality assuranceCGMP
Education:Bachelor's in Pharmaceutical Sciences / Pharmacy
Skills:AccountabilityCommunicationLeadershipTeam managementAnalytical thinking
Tech Stack:SFDACGMPGLPGDPQuality Management System (QMS)ISO 9001ISO 14001Site Master FileQuality ManualValidation Master PlanProcess validationEquipment qualificationChange controlDeviationsOut-of-specifications (OOS)CAPARisk managementAuditsTechnology transferProduct lifecycle management

Company Brief

Julphar
Gulf Pharmaceutical Industries, known as Julphar, develops and manufactures a broad range of pharmaceutical products, including generics and healthcare solutions. It serves markets across the Middle East and internationally from its UAE base.
Industry: Pharmaceuticals
Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)
Growth: Public Company
Valuation: Public Company (Market Cap in USD)
Funding: IPO / Publicly Listed
Headquarters: Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates
Founded: 1980
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