RAQA Manager (m/f/d)
Taguig City, PH, 1636
Your Mission
Regulatory Affairs and Quality Assurance
- Ensure company operations comply with applicable regulatory requirements, including FDA Philippines regulations and other relevant government standards.
- Prepare, compile, and submit regulatory dossiers and applications (registrations, notifications, variations, and reports) to the FDA Philippines in accordance with regulatory timelines and company requirements.
- Manage post-market surveillance activities, including monitoring and reporting of complaints, adverse events, CAPA, FSCA, and product recalls until proper closure and documentation.
- Support and maintain the ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System, including participation in Internal Quality Audits (IQA), preparation of Corrective Action Reports (CAR), process documentation, and contribution to Management Review activities.
- Serve as the liaison between regulatory authorities and internal departments, responding to regulatory inquiries and ensuring timely communication of regulatory requirements to relevant stakeholders.
- Provide regulatory guidance and technical support to internal teams and third-party distributors to ensure compliance with regulatory and company standards.
- Develop and maintain departmental procedures, standards, and documentation to ensure efficient regulatory and quality processes.
- Provide regulatory intelligence by monitoring regulatory developments, guidance updates, and enforcement trends, and translating these into actionable recommendations for internal and external stakeholders.
- Coordinate with operations and cross-functional teams regarding technical product information and regulatory compliance requirements.
- Support regional RA/QA in driving cross-functional regional strategic initiatives and shared services to strengthen regulatory compliance, quality system effectiveness, process harmonization, and overall operational excellence across Southeast Asia + Taiwan (SEAT) region.
- Perform other duties related to regulatory affairs and quality assurance as required to support business and compliance objectives.
Compliance
- Review of Ethical Marketing and Compliance Programs, ensuring alignment with the APACMed Code of Conduct, company policies, and applicable healthcare compliance regulations.
- Drive risk management initiatives by identifying, assessing, and mitigating potential compliance risks related to commercial activities, third-party engagements, and operational processes.
- Act as the primary liaison for legal and compliance documentation, including Distributor Agreements, Accreditations, and Third-Party Due Diligence, coordinating with internal stakeholders and regional/legal teams to ensure proper review and compliance.
- Oversee third-party compliance management, including onboarding, due diligence reviews, and risk assessments for distributors, vendors, and business partners.
- Conduct compliance orientation and training programs for third-party vendors and distributors, anti-corruption requirements, and company compliance policies.
- Provide advisory support to internal teams on compliance matters related to marketing activities, sponsorships, engagements with healthcare professionals (HCPs), and external partnerships.
Your Talents
- Must possess Bachelor's/College Degree in Pharmacy (Pharmacy/Pharmacology) or equivalent.
- Licensed Pharmacist
- Minimum 7 years' working experience in the Regulatory Affairs Medical Device industry; with at least 2 years of management experience.
- Extensive knowledge of applicable local government regulations.
- Strong understanding of ASEAN Medical Device Directive (AMDD) and EU Medical Device Regulation (MDR)
- Good working knowledge of Good Distribution Practice (GDP) and ISO 9001; experience with audits, inspections, and QMS implementation is essential.
- Ability to inform and educate managers and department heads on regulations and polices that require regulatory affairs compliance.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent strategic planning skills.
- Proficient with applicable database and compliance software.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or required software.
Your Benefits
- Leave Benefits (Vacation Leave, Sick Leave, Parental Leave, etc.)
- Birthday Benefits
- Transport Allowance (if applicable to role)
- Accessibility to Public Transport
- Flexible Work Arrangements
- Group Health Insurances (with 2 additional dependents)
- Wellness Programs and Activities
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Global Exposure & Business Travel Opportunities (if applicable to role)
- All other statutory benefits