Manager, Supplier & Internal Auditor

Join our Mission to Protect Humankind!

Vaxcyte is a clinical-stage vaccine innovation company engineering high-fidelity vaccines to protect humankind from the consequences of bacterial diseases, which have serious and costly health consequences when left unchecked. Working to eradicate or treat bacterial infections such as invasive pneumococcal disease, Group A Strep, and Shigella is just the beginning. Our path to success is clear and well-defined, and Vaxcyte is set up to go the distance.

WHAT we do is every bit as important as HOW we do it! Our work together is guided by four enduring core values:

• RETHINK CONVENTION: We bring creative and intellectual diversity to every facet of the work we do in order to innovate and re-innovate the way vaccines are delivered.
• AIM HIGH: We embody our collectively audacious goal to courageously make the most complex biologics ever attempted to protect humankind.
• LEAD WITH HEART: Everyone leads at Vaxcyte with a kindness-first, inclusive approach to collaboration and vigorous debate that advances our business objectives.
• MODEL EXCELLENCE: The magnitude of our challenge requires our shared commitment to demonstrating integrity, accountability, equality and clarity across communications and decision making.

Summary:

Vaxcyte is seeking a Manager Supplier & Internal Auditor to support the Quality Assurance organization through the planning, execution, and management of supplier and internal audits. This role will be responsible for assessing compliance with applicable global regulations, industry standards, and internal quality systems to ensure the integrity of Vaxcyte's operations and external partnerships. The ideal candidate is a certified auditor with strong working knowledge of GMP, GLP, GCP, ICH, and ISO 13485 requirements and experience auditing within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or medical device industries.

Essential Functions:

• Supplier Audits

• Plan, schedule, and conduct supplier audits (on-site and remote) in support of supplier qualification and ongoing oversight programs.

• Evaluate supplier compliance with applicable regulations, standards, and contractual quality requirements.

• Prepare audit agendas, audit reports, and documentation in accordance with internal procedures and regulatory expectations.

• Review and assess supplier responses to audit observations, including corrective and preventive action (CAPA) plans, and verify effectiveness.

• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders (e.g., Technical Operations, Supply Chain, Regulatory, Quality Systems) to assess audit findings and risk.

• Internal Audits

• Execute internal audits of quality systems and operational processes to assess compliance with GMP, GLP, GCP, ICH, ISO 13485, and internal policies and procedures.

• Support the development and maintenance of the internal audit program, including risk-based audit planning and scheduling.

• Identify compliance gaps, trends, and opportunities for continuous improvement.

• Document audit observations clearly and objectively and support follow-up activities to ensure timely and effective remediation.

• Compliance & Quality Systems

• Ensure audit activities are conducted in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements and industry best practices.

• Support inspection readiness by maintaining audit documentation and providing audit support during regulatory inspections as needed.

• Contribute to the development, review, and improvement of quality procedures related to auditing, supplier management, and compliance.

• Provide guidance and training to internal stakeholders on audit processes, regulatory expectations, and compliance requirements.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in Quality Assurance, auditing, or compliance within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or medical device industry. Other combinations of education and/or experience may be considered.
• Vaccine experience is preferred.
• Current auditor certification (e.g., ASQ Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) or equivalent).
• Strong working knowledge of GMP, GLP, GCP, ICH guidelines, and ISO 13485 requirements.
• Demonstrated experience conducting supplier and/or internal audits.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly document audit observations and communicate risk.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple audits and priorities.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively in a cross-functional environment.
• Ability to travel.

Reports to: Director, Quality Assurance, Vendor Management

Location: Hybrid in San Carlos, CA; Open to remote

Work Arrangement (may be adjusted based on business needs, job responsibilities, or changes to company policy): Hybrid (minimum of 3 days per week onsite)/Open to Remote

Compensation: The compensation package will be competitive and includes comprehensive benefits and an equity component.

Salary Range: $151,000 - $176,000 (SF Bay Area). Salary ranges for non-California locations may vary.

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

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