Manufacturing QMS Consultant Pharma/Life Sciences & Med Device Director

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Operations

Management Level

Director

Job Description & Summary

The Opportunity

As a Manufacturing QMS Consultant within our Operations practice, you will specialize in optimizing operational efficiency and effectiveness for clients in the Pharma/Life Sciences and Med Device sectors. You will analyze client needs, develop operational strategies, and provide guidance to streamline processes, improve productivity, and drive business performance. As a Director, you will set the strategic direction and lead business development efforts, making impactful decisions and overseeing multiple projects while maintaining executive-level client relations. You are expected to be a guardian of PwC's reputation, understanding that quality, integrity, inclusion, and a commercial mindset are foundational to our success. You will cultivate the potential in others and actively collaborate across the PwC Network, leveraging our collective strength.

In this role at PwC, you will work closely with clients to analyze product development lifecycles, identify bottlenecks, and develop strategies to enhance speed to market, reduce costs, and improve quality. You will also provide guidance on implementing lean manufacturing principles, optimizing supply chain integration, and leveraging digital technologies. This position offers the opportunity to drive thought leadership, solve complex problems creatively, and promote technological advances, creating an environment where people and technology thrive together.

Responsibilities

- Leading the development and implementation of manufacturing strategies to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness
- Analyzing product development lifecycles to identify bottlenecks and develop strategies for improving speed to market and reducing costs
- Providing guidance on implementing lean manufacturing principles and optimizing supply chain integration
- Leveraging digital technologies to drive innovation and improve manufacturing processes
- Conducting feasibility studies and strategic questioning to identify growth opportunities and market gaps
- Managing compliance and standards within manufacturing operations to maintain quality and integrity
- Overseeing project resource management to validate timely delivery and alignment with client expectations
- Promoting service excellence and systemic thinking to enhance client satisfaction and business performance
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive business growth and mentor emerging leaders in the industry

What You Must Have

- At least a Bachelor's degree
- At least 9 years of experience

What Sets You Apart

- Preference for at least one of the following fields of study: Analytics/Data Science, Artificial Intelligence/Robotics, Biology/Biomedical Sciences, Business Administration/Management, Computer Science/Information Systems, Engineering, Environmental Science/Sustainability, Health Administration/Public Health, Mathematics/Statistics, Operations/Supply Chain, Project/Technology Management, Science
- Demonstrating proficiency in Lean Manufacturing and Operations Strategy
- Utilizing emerging technologies to drive manufacturing innovation
- Leading strategic questioning and systemic thinking in complex environments
- Managing compliance and standards within the pharmaceutical and life sciences sectors
- Excelling in project resource management and service excellence
- Cultivating growth management and influence in client engagements

Travel Requirements

Up to 80%

Job Posting End Date

The salary range for this position is: $155,000 - $410,000. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. All hired individuals are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation, personal and family sick leave, and more. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link: https://pwc.to/benefits-at-a-glanceAs PwC is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law. PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy.Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-workFor only those qualified applicants that are impacted by the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable, arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with these laws.  At PwC, we recognize that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to responsibilities such as accessing sensitive company or customer information, handling proprietary assets, or collaborating closely with team members. We evaluate these factors thoughtfully to establish a secure and trusted workplace for all.Applications will be accepted until the position is filled or the posting is removed, unless otherwise set forth on the following webpage. Please visit this link for information about anticipated application deadlines: https://pwc.to/us-application-deadlines