Associate Director Supply Chain Compliance(m/w/x)

# Associate Director Supply Chain Compliance Mainz, Germany   |   full time   |   Job ID: 9218 We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Global Supply Chain Compliance Associate Director, who will lead, manage and develop the Supply Chain Compliance team to ensure full compliance with GxP regulations and standards. The role is responsible for monitoring SCM activities from a compliance perspective, orchestrating the necessary alignment and communication between QA and SCM. The position requires a high level of decision-making authority and influence across departments. Your tasks and responsibilities: * Ensure compliance by leading and developing the SCM Compliance team, always up to date with changes in relevant GxP regulations and adaptation of best practices * Functional lead for a team of SC compliance experts * Coordination and timely execution of quality related measures, including deviations, changes and corrective/preventive actions. Creation and lifecycle management of training documents (e.g. SOP, WI). * Support in qualification and validation activities for SCM related material, equipment, rooms, software and service partners * Audit readiness, preparation and participation as SPOC * Support with projects, product launches, claims and execution of risk analysis, while implementing globally aligned standards and utilizing BioNTech’s eQMS What you have to offer: * Bachelor's degree in a related field, with a focus on Compliance or Quality. Master's degree preferred. * Minimum of 5 years of Compliance experience in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or Manufacturing environments, with at least 3 years in a leadership role * In-depth understanding of GxP (GMP, GDP) processes and compliance standards * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, able to identify and resolve complex issues * Hands-on mentality with ownership of tasks, seeing them through to completion * Ability to work independently within general conditions such as budget and project milestones * Fluency in German and English, both oral and written This role is on a fixed-term contract due to parental leave. **Your Benefits:** It's our priority to support you: * Your flexibility: flexible hours | vacation account * Your growth: Digital Learning | Performance & talent development | leadership development | Apprenticeships | LinkedIn Learning * Your value: Your voice at the table | Culture on an equal footing | Opportunities to shape & impact | Support for your full potential * Your health and lifestyle: Company bike * Your mobility: Job ticket | Deutschlandticket * Your life phases: Employer-funded pension | Childcare Job ID 9218 (please always specify if you have any questions) By submitting your application, you acknowledge that a background check will be conducted as part of the recruitment process in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. If you are considered for the position, BioNTech will conduct the background check through our service provider ‘HireRight’. You will be informed accordingly by your BioNTech-Recruiter. **Inspired? Become part of #TeamBioNTech.** BioNTech does not tolerate discrimination, favoritism or harassment based on gender, political views, religion or belief, nationality, ethnic or social origin, age, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, physical appearance, health status or any other physical or personal characteristics. BioNTech is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. The main thing is that you suit us, and we suit you!