Head of Quality – Lonza Capability Center
Core
Build, scale, and lead a 250+ Quality organization from the ground up at Lonza's strategic Capability Center in Hyderabad, shaping site-wide strategy and driving digital quality transformation.
Role type
Executive leadership, Head of Quality
Builds
A 250+ Quality organization delivering Digital Quality, CSV, Systems Validation, Data Management, and Training services
Domain
Pharmaceutical/Biotech Quality Assurance and Regulatory Compliance
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Organizational scaling, Digital Quality, Computer System Validation (CSV), Systems Validation, Data Governance, Global Regulatory Compliance (FDA/EMA/WHO/ICH), Audit and Inspection Management, Matrix Leadership, Change Management
Preferred skills
None stated
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Design, recruit, and scale a 250+ Quality organization; Serve as an active member of the Hyderabad Site Leadership Team; Act as the primary interface between the Hyderabad Capability Center and Global Quality leadership; Oversee global service delivery to ensure compliance with GxP and regulatory frameworks; Drive continuous improvement, process automation, and digital enablement; Attract and retain top-tier talent; Partner cross-functionally with Global IT, Regulatory Affairs, R&D, Manufacturing, and HR
Seniority
Executive, C-suite level