LEO Pharma

Application deadline:
18-October-2026
Location:
Gdańsk 80-309, Poland
Contract type:
Permanent
Job ID:
4927
Role Description
Help build quality excellence across Eastern Europe — in a role where your structure, curiosity, and GDP mindset will make a visible impact from day one.
Join us in creating a future legacy in medical dermatology
At LEO Pharma, we are global leaders in medical dermatology. We have 118 years’ experience in bringing innovation to healthcare. And we are eager to do much more. Each year, close to 100 million people have a better day because of our medicines
.
At LEO Pharma, how we work matters. We build trusted relationships and deliver with impact. We focus on where we can make the greatest difference and have the courage to explore new possibilities. We collaborate across boundaries and take accountability for our part. Here, you can grow, contribute with confidence, and make a meaningful difference together with others.
Your role
As Quality Assurance Specialist, you will step into a newly created role where you will help map, structure, and build quality ways of working across several Eastern European markets. Your focus will be to ensure compliant, practical, and effective GDP/GxP oversight for LEO Pharma affiliates and commercial or distribution partners, in line with applicable regulations and LEO Pharma global procedures.
Your primary tasks will be to:
<ul>
<li>Map quality responsibilities, warehouses, 3PLs, wholesalers, partners, and key contacts across assigned Eastern European countries.</li>
<li>Support and maintain local GxP Quality Management Systems, including training compliance, documentation, SOPs, work instructions, deviations, CAPAs, complaints, recalls, and returns.</li>
<li>Act as the primary quality contact for warehouses, wholesalers, affiliates, and partner markets when quality issues such as temperature excursions, product breakage, deviations, complaints, or returns occur.</li>
<li>Maintain quality agreements, support supplier qualification and audits, and help ensure inspection readiness across the region.</li>
<li>Contribute to quality process improvements and global projects.</li>
</ul>
The position is based in Poland, preferably Gdansk or Warsaw, with flexibility for remote work in Poland and occasional travel within Eastern Europe, expected to be up to 20%.
Your Qualifications
To succeed in this role, we imagine that you have the following qualifications:
<ul>
<li>Degree in pharmacy, biology, chemistry, life sciences, or similar is preferred.</li>
<li>Approximately 4 years of experience in pharmaceutical quality or distribution, supply chain.</li>
<li>Good understanding of GDP requirements and pharmaceutical distribution models; knowledge of GMP and Eastern European GxP environments is an advantage.</li>
<li>Experience with eQMS tools such as Veeva, TrackWise, or similar systems is an advantage.</li>
<li>Strong digital skills, including Excel, Word, SharePoint.</li>
<li>Business-fluent English, both written and spoken, and knowledge of an Eastern European language is an advantage.</li>
</ul>
LEO Pharma is built on collaboration, innovation and curiosity. Is this you?
We are looking for someone structured, proactive, solution-oriented, digitally curious, and motivated by the chance to grow into a role that is still being shaped. You enjoy working independently across countries while staying closely connected to a small, supportive team.
Your new team
You will report to Quality Manager and become part of a small, collaborative quality team currently covering DACH and expanding its responsibility to Eastern Europe. You will work closely with stakeholders in Global Supply Chain, Quality Support, Safety/Pharmacovigilance, Compliance, Legal, and local affiliates.
Your work will also connect you with health authorities, 3PL providers, distribution partners, commercial partners, and outsourced service providers across Eastern European markets.
Your application
You do not need to upload a cover letter, but feel free to add a few sentences in your resume or CV on why this position has your interest. Please refrain from adding a photo to your CV.
Curiosity Beyond
Our
Curiosity Beyond
program reflects our belief that embracing differences creates a workplace where we can all thrive and innovate. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, disability, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristics. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants. Candidates who require accommodation during the recruitment process or at work are encouraged to contact
<a href="mailto:HR@LEO-PHARMA.COM" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">HR@LEO-PHARMA.COM</a>
to discuss their needs.
Beyond the skin
Join LEO Pharma, a global leader in medical dermatology, as we go beyond the skin to make a lasting impact. Our innovative approach sets us apart. We are dedicated to leaving a legacy that positively impacts patients, colleagues, and our planet.
At LEO Pharma, we believe in the power of individuals to drive change. Our flat organizational structure empowers you to make a visible impact and offers versatile roles for professional growth. We value diversity and welcome applications from all qualified candidates, recognizing that our different perspectives, backgrounds, and attitudes enable us to make the best decisions. Join our passionate team at LEO Pharma and be yourself as we work together to make a difference.
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