Director, Quality Management Systems – Validation & Compliance Lead

Pfizer

Lead QMS/V&C for GWE R&D Compliance at Pfizer while driving strategy and ensuring adherence to compliance programs across global sites. Oversee management of compliance functions including documentation and training.

Posted 7/6/2026full-timeGroton • Connecticut, Montana, New York, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $162,900 - $271,500 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in driving compliance programs and systems within R&D, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and corporate policies. Proven ability to lead strategy development, manage compliance functions, and foster effective collaboration across diverse teams.

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Compliance Program ManagementRegulatory ComplianceQuality Management SystemsFinancial ManagementFacility Management

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Hard Skills

Compliance RequirementsContinuous ImprovementManagement System AuditsDocumentation ComplianceStrategy Implementation

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsRelationship DevelopmentAnalytical Skills

Industry Keywords

Pharmaceutical BusinessFacilities ManagementGWE R&DCorporate Policies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Drive GWE R&D Compliance Program and Systems across Global sites
Oversee and assure overall adherence to the Compliance Program for GWE R&D
Support GWE R&D by driving strategy, compliance requirements, control, quality, and continuous improvements
Lead design, deployment, training, and continuous improvement of the Compliance Program
Ensure compliance with corporate policies for GWE R&D
Manage compliance functions in support of regulatory regulations
Collaborate with GWE colleagues, contractors, R&D business units and vendor resources for regulatory compliance
Monitor and drive completion of quality review corrective actions
Conduct management system audits and develop documentation compliance

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in relevant discipline
8+ years of relevant work experience
Master's Degree in relevant discipline preferred
15 year’s experience in facility management, engineering, or compliance related to pharmaceutical business preferred
First class interpersonal skills required to develop effective relationships at all levels throughout the business
Proven financial management and analytical skills
Ability to create and implement strategy
Ability to demonstrate professional career and subject matter expertise within Facility Management and Quality Management Systems
Detailed understanding of Facilities Management marketplace
Proven financial management experience

Benefits

Comp & perks

401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution
Paid vacation
Holiday and personal days
Paid caregiver/parental and medical leave
Health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage