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Manager : Regulatory & Quality Applications

Manager : Regulatory & Quality Applications

Aspen Pharma GroupJohannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
30+ days ago
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Manager : Regulatory & Quality Applications

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Overview

Aspen TESS is Aspen's technology enabled shared services business, established to be a partner in unlocking business value through digital innovation and process efficiency. Aspen TESS will eliminate repetitive effort and use technology to optimize standardized processes, by delivering cost-effective services and innovative solutions to Aspen business units globally. This role is office-based (on-site).

Objective

We are seeking a highly motivated Manager : Regulatory & Quality Applications with a strong background in supporting life sciences / pharmaceutical systems , particularly Veeva (RIMS, QDocs, QMS, Safety) and Oracle Argus Safety (PV) . The ideal candidate will lead a team responsible for the day-to-day support, incident and change management, SLA monitoring, and compliance oversight of validated GxP systems. This role requires a leader capable of both tactical oversight and hands-on operational support, with experience in budgeting, business unit recharging , and ensuring regulatory compliance .

Responsibilities

  • Team Leadership & Operational Oversight

Lead and mentor a team supporting Veeva (RIMS, QDocs, QMS), Argus PV, and other validated systems.

  • Ensure team adherence to ITIL processes for Incident, Request, Problem, and Change Management.
  • Manage team workload and capacity, ensuring timely resolution of support tickets within defined SLAs.
  • Provide technical and operational guidance to the team and act as the point of escalation.
  • System & Compliance Management
  • Ensure all systems are maintained in a validated state per GxP and FDA compliance standards.

  • Oversee periodic system audits, CAPAs, and ensure proper documentation for compliance and inspections.
  • Coordinate with Quality and Compliance teams on periodic reviews and validation lifecycle activities.
  • Performance Monitoring & Reporting
  • Generate regular reports on system performance, SLA compliance, incident trends, and support metrics.

  • Track KPIs to identify areas of improvement and implement corrective measures.
  • Communicate metrics and system health status to IT leadership and business stakeholders.
  • Project Involvement
  • Provide oversight for system upgrades, enhancements, and implementation projects.

  • Support project planning, resource allocation, and milestone tracking.
  • Collaborate with vendors, internal teams, and project managers to deliver successful outcomes.
  • Financial Management
  • Assist with IT budgeting, including annual budget planning for supported systems and services.

  • Implement and manage cost recharging models for business units based on usage / support levels.
  • Track operational spend and ensure alignment with forecasts and budget constraints.
  • Qualifications & Skills

    Education : Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Life Sciences, or a related field preferred.

  • 7-10+ years of IT experience in the life sciences or pharmaceutical industry.
  • 3-5+ years in a leadership or team management role within IT application support.
  • Experience with one or more of the following products :
  • Veeva Vault Suite : RIMS, QDocs, QMS
  • Oracle Argus Safety (PV)
  • Knowledge of related pharma systems like TrackWise, MedDRA, etc., is a plus.
  • Strong understanding of GxP, FDA 21 CFR Part 11, and system validation (CSV).
  • Familiarity with ITIL framework and tools such as ServiceNow, JIRA, or equivalent.
  • Proven experience with budgeting, financial tracking, and recharging models.
  • Demonstrated ability to produce performance dashboards, service metrics, and SLA reports.
  • Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and escalation handling skills.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, regulated environment with multiple priorities.
  • Soft Skills

  • Proactive problem-solver and strategic thinker.
  • Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
  • High attention to detail, especially concerning regulatory compliance.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
  • Preferred Certifications

  • ITIL Foundation Certification (Intermediate or Expert a plus).
  • Veeva Vault or Argus Certification (preferred but not mandatory).
  • Project Management experience or certification (PMP or Prince2 is a plus).
  • Job Details

  • Seniority level : Associate
  • Employment type : Full-time
  • Job function : Information Technology
  • Industries : Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
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