What are the key responsibilities of the Global Quality Specialist (Supplier Assurance) Placement Student role?

Key responsibilities include supporting the global vendor management programme, maintaining material control processes, updating external audit schedules, contributing to vendor complaints and investigations, and assisting with quality systems and risk assessments.

What qualifications are required for this role?

A Levels or an equivalent qualification, and currently studying a science or technical degree, with successful completion of two years.

What is the duration of the placement?

The placement is for 12 months, from July 2027 to July 2028.

What are the working hours for this role?

The working hours are 37.5 hours per week.

Global Quality Specialist (Supplier Assurance) Placement Student in Craigavon

Almac Group·Ireland

Closes1 Nov

Salary: Not stated
Contract: Contract
Sector: Public
Closes: 1 Nov 2026

About the Role

Join the Global Quality Supplier Assurance team and help assess and improve the Pharma Quality System. You will gain practical exposure to vendor qualification, supplier performance, material controls, quality investigations and the systems used to maintain Good Manufacturing Practice compliance.

Support the global vendor management programme, including vendor audits, audit reports, risk assessments and agreement reviews.
Help maintain material control processes, approved supplier and material records, and relevant enterprise system settings.
Update external audit schedules, vendor information and associated tracking tools.
Contribute to vendor complaints, deviations, change requests, product complaints and supplier investigations.
Assist with quality systems, supplier agreements and risk assessments to support continuous improvement and product quality.

Requirements

We are looking for an analytical and organised student who can gather information from different sources, communicate clearly and produce accurate reports.

A Levels or an equivalent qualification.
Currently studying a science or technical degree, with successful completion of two years.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks accurately, work independently and contribute effectively within a team.
Strong analytical skills and the ability to prepare clear technical reports and communications for different audiences.

A degree pathway in science or business, experience within a regulated quality system, or knowledge of pharmaceutical regulatory requirements would be advantageous.

Details

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Duration: 12 Month Placement from July 2027 – July 2028

Business Unit: Pharma Services

Location: Craigavon

Open To: Students studying a Science or Technical related degree that requires a year in industry.

Closing date: 1 Nov 2026

How to Apply

Apply online and tailor your CV to outline how you meet the role criteria. Please upload your CV in PDF format where possible.

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Frequently asked

What are the key responsibilities of the Global Quality Specialist (Supplier Assurance) Placement Student role?: Key responsibilities include supporting the global vendor management programme, maintaining material control processes, updating external audit schedules, contributing to vendor complaints and investigations, and assisting with quality systems and risk assessments.
What qualifications are required for this role?: A Levels or an equivalent qualification, and currently studying a science or technical degree, with successful completion of two years.
What is the duration of the placement?: The placement is for 12 months, from July 2027 to July 2028.
What are the working hours for this role?: The working hours are 37.5 hours per week.