
QA ERP Implementation Lead
- Loughrea, Co Galway
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Defining and implementing the QA strategy for SAP ERP aligned with regulatory and operational requirements.
- Establishing and enforcing quality governance frameworks, policies, and procedures across all relevant domains.
- Leading the QA workstream within the SAP S/4HANA Cloud ERP programme, aligned to an “Adopt not Adapt” methodology.
- Collaborating with SAP consultants, business stakeholders, and technical teams to ensure quality requirements are embedded in system design and configuration.
- Ensuring the ERP system complies with GxP regulations, including 21 CFR Part 11 and EU GMP Annex 11.
- Supporting and working with the Computer System Validation (CSV) lead and supporting vendors regarding related processes and activities.
- Ensuring documents are reviewed and approved appropriately.
- Implementing audit trails, electronic signatures, and access controls to support inspection readiness and data integrity.
- Acting as the primary liaison across key stakeholders and the project team for all quality-related matters. - Facilitate workshops and training sessions to promote quality awareness and compliance culture.
- Monitoring and reporting on quality KPIs and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Supporting manufacturing, supply chain, and regulatory teams with quality insights to optimise operations.
- Deep knowledge of SAP S/4HANA or SAP Cloud ERP in regulated pharma or CDMO environments.
- Hands-on experience with:
- Quality Management (QM) module.
- Batch management and traceability.
- Inspection planning and execution.
- Business process integration with LIMS and EQMs.
- Familiarity with SAP Best Practices and Fit-to-Standard methodology.
- Strong understanding of GDP, GxP, 21 CFR Part 11, EU GMP Annex 11, and ALCOA++.
- Experience supporting Computer System Validation (CSV) and audit readiness.
- Proven track record leading Quality Assurance (QA) workstreams in large-scale ERP implementations.
- Experience with SAP Signavio or similiar tools for process modelling and validation traceability.
- Strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
- Qualifications & Experience:
- Over five years of Quality Assurance experience in regulated pharmaceutical and CDMO settings, ensuring compliance and operational excellence.
- Extensive experience in ERP implementations, with a strong focus on SAP systems, and familiarity with tools such as SAP Signavio for process modelling and validation traceability.
- Demonstrated leadership in CSV activities and QA-related ERP projects.
- Experience with AI/ML tools for quality monitoring and validation (desirable).