Director Quality Assurance

Will you be our new Director QA?

In this senior position, you report directly to the Managing Director and lead three QA managers, with overall responsibility for a team of approximately 70 professionals. As part of the Management Team, you help shape the strategic direction of the company.

Who we are

At Tiofarma, we believe in progress – without losing sight of who we are. Every day, we work closely with our partners to develop and produce high-quality pharmaceutical solutions that contribute to the health and wellbeing of patients worldwide. Tiofarma develops and manufactures medicines. We started over thirty years ago as a small, down-to-earth Dutch family business – driven by a clear purpose: to make a difference in people’s health. Through hard work, focus and close collaboration, we’ve grown into a company of more than 450 committed employees. While our operations have expanded over the past three decades, our roots remain firmly grounded in our core values: together, result-driven, and always evolving. Growth is not a goal in itself, but a means to increase our impact. That’s why we keep investing in our people, our technologies and our processes – so we can continuously improve and lead the way in quality.

Your impact

In this senior role of Director Quality Assurance, you lead the development and safeguarding of quality systems across all departments. You go beyond execution within QA; you ensure that quality is embedded into the entire organisation.

• Translate pharmaceutical legislation into practical, scalable processes.
• Drive strategic initiatives and improvement programmes based on deep process knowledge.
• Coach teams to adopt a quality mindset and embrace change.
• Act as the key point of contact for authorities and certification bodies, not just during inspections, but as a consistent and credible external representative.

The department

At Quality Assurance, we ensure that quality is embedded in both the product and the process. We are convinced that quality can be continuously improved. Through close cooperation, proactive thinking and targeted support for operations, we achieve continuous improvement. Within our team, you will feel valued and supported, with an open atmosphere and room for growth and creativity. Quality awareness, cooperation and care are central to everything we do.

You recognize yourself in this

You’re a strategic leader who translates complex regulations into clear, practical processes and inspires others to adopt a true quality mindset. With your vision and leadership, you create a culture where quality isn’t a checklist — it’s a shared responsibility. You bring a strong combination of strategic vision, operational awareness and deep process knowledge. With a proven track record in regulated environments, you know how to lead complex change and build a culture of shared quality ownership.

• Experience in the pharmaceutical industry
• 5 years in a senior MT-level position with proven responsibility for leading and managing a department with 30+ employees
• Proven experience in managing and improving complex processes
• Demonstrated success in leading organization-wide change (change management)
• A strategic mindset with a hands-on mentality when needed
• Strong coaching abilities focused on both quality awareness and organizational development
• The ability to act as a credible, skilled discussion partner for demanding customers and regulatory authorities from all over the world

You are known for your ability to:

• Proactively identify and mitigate quality and process risks
• Combine strategic insight with operational execution
• Demonstrate leadership that fosters ownership and accountability
• Prioritize process assurance and integrity over short-term fixes
• Assure compliance is a shared, daily responsibility – not just a checklist

What you can expect from us

This role is more than a leadership position – it’s your opportunity to make a lasting impact on the future of Tiofarma.

• A key strategic role within the Management Team
• Full ownership to shape and future-proof our quality processes
• Leadership of a dedicated QA team (~30 professionals)
• Close collaboration with regulatory authorities
• A culture that values clarity, initiative, and continuous learning
• An attractive compensation package aligned with your experience and the significant impact you’ll have on our organisation
• 25 vacation days plus 13 additional leave days (ATV) based on full-time employment
• A comprehensive benefits package, featuring:

• A non-contributory pension scheme
• A generous travel allowance
• A tax-friendly bicycle lease plan for both business and private use
• Regular team activities, such as yoga and bootcamp sessions
• Extensive opportunities for personal and professional development