About Akkodis
Akkodis, is a global leader in the engineering and R&D market that is leveraging the power of connected data to accelerate innovation and digital transformation. With a shared passion for technology and talent, 50,000 engineers and digital experts deliver deep cross-sector expertise in 30 countries across North America, EMEA and APAC. Akkodis offers broad industry experience, and strong know-how in key technology sectors such as mobility, software & technology services, robotics, testing, simulations, data security, AI & data analytics. The combined IT and engineering expertise brings a unique end-to-end solution offering, with four service lines – Consulting, Solutions, Talents and Academy – to support clients in rethinking their product development and business processes, improve productivity, minimize time to market and shape a smarter and more sustainable tomorrow.
Akkodis is part of the Adecco Group. Our Webstite : www.akkodis.com
The company is seeking a Vendor Quality Specialist to strengthen the R&D & Pharmacovigilance Vendor Quality team within the global Quality organization.
This role supports GCP-focused vendor qualification, Quality Agreement lifecycle management, and vendor oversight, helping manage a growing portfolio of GCP vendors and reduce the existing backlog of Quality Agreements.
The position is primarily focused on Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and is well suited for a junior to mid-level professional with solid GCP Quality experience who is continuing to build autonomy.
Key Responsibilities
Vendor Qualification & Oversight
* Support GCP vendor qualification activities under the guidance of senior Quality team members.
* Participate in risk-based vendor oversight, including documentation follow-up, issue tracking, and preparation of governance meetings.
* Engage with vendor organizations regarding performance, compliance, and governance topics.
Quality Agreement Lifecycle Management (Primary Focus)
* Manage key elements of the Quality Agreement lifecycle, including:
* Setup and initiation
* Review and updates
* Closure and maintenance
* Contribute to reducing the backlog of Quality Agreements while ensuring compliance with internal and regulatory standards.
Quality Support & Compliance
* Act as a QA support contact for:
* Deviations
* Investigations
* Audit observations related to assigned vendors
* Escalate issues as needed with support from Senior Quality Leads.
* Contribute to inspection readiness and ensure adherence to GCP and regulatory expectations (EMA, FDA, ICH).
Continuous Improvement
* Participate in continuous improvement and harmonization initiatives across the vendor quality framework.
* Contribute to improving processes, tools, and ways of working related to vendor quality management.
Required Experience :
* Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in GCP, clinical operations, vendor management, or Quality Assurance.
* Suitable for a mid level profile with proven experience in GCP Quality processes and growing independence.
Must Have Qualifications
* Strong GCP knowledge and understanding of clinical trial processes.
* Hands-on experience with vendor qualification and/or vendor management in a GCP environment.
* Practical experience managing the Quality Agreement lifecycle (drafting, reviewing, updating).
* Good understanding of regulatory requirements (EMA / FDA / ICH).
* Experience with risk-based oversight and familiarity with CAPA processes.
* Fluent English (mandatory).
* Comfortable working with digital tools and modern Quality/IT systems.
* Strong professional judgment, willingness to learn, and ability to manage tasks with moderate supervision.