GxP Recruitment invites applications on behalf of our biotechnology client based near Glasgow where an excellent opportunity has arisen for a QA Specialist with focus on Supplier Assurance.Check all associated application documentation thoroughly before clicking on the apply button at the bottom of this description.The position will have responsibility for ensuring Quality Assurance activities relating to product support for the manufacture, packaging, testing, storage and distribution of manufactured drug products are compliant with current GMP and company expectations.Key duties include: * Managing vendor approval system (initial and review).* Maintaining vendor files electronically and physically.* Managing supplier performance and liaising with suppliers to complete investigations (vendor complaints) into supplier material defects.* Progress and manage vendor change notifications ensuring the correct departments have assessed the applicable changes.* Maintaining and updating vendor SOPs * Aid in the completion of technical agreements * To assist the Quality department in the overall implementation of the Quality function necessary for the maintenance of the quality management systems and related activities.* Provide general support to all Quality Unit activities relating to GMP, GCP, and other similar Quality Systems established within the company in order to ensure that the appropriate standards and effective working systems and relationships are maintained and where necessary improved throughout the company.* To identify and contribute to areas for improvement within the quality management systems to ensure compliant and efficient systems.* Provide input into the enhancement of quality policies, systems and procedures as appropriate.The Candidate * Significant previous QA experience * Demonstrable experience and sound knowledge of GMP regulations and vendor management.* Strong follow-up skills and attention to detail * Ability to work independently * Competence in both written and verbal communication.* Ability to interact with personnel at all levels from a variety of disciplines