Group Manager, Quality Control Chemistry Finished Products

Galderma is the emerging pure-play dermatology category leader, present in approximately 90 countries. We deliver an innovative, science-based portfolio of premium flagship brands and services that span the full spectrum of the fast-growing dermatology market through Injectable Aesthetics, Dermatological Skincare and Therapeutic Dermatology. Since our foundation in 1981, we have dedicated our focus and passion to the human body's largest organ - the skin - meeting individual consumer and patient needs with superior outcomes in partnership with healthcare professionals. Because we understand that the skin, we are in shapes our lives, we are advancing dermatology for every skin story.

We look for people who focus on getting results, embrace learning and bring a positive energy. They must combine initiative with a sense of teamwork and collaboration. Above all, they must be passionate about doing something meaningful for consumers, patients, and the healthcare professionals we serve every day. We aim to empower each employee and promote their personal growth while ensuring business needs are met now and into the future. Across our company, we embrace diversity and respect the dignity, privacy, and personal rights of every employee.

At Galderma, we actively give our teams reasons to believe in our bold ambition to become the leading dermatology company in the world. With us, you have the ultimate opportunity to gain new and challenging work experiences and create an unparalleled, direct impact.

Are you an experienced leader within Quality Control looking to make a significant impact in a global pharmaceutical environment? Galderma is seeking a Group Manager, Quality Control Chemistry Finished Products to lead a team responsible for ensuring the quality, compliance, and timely release of finished products.

In this role, you will lead the QC Chemistry Finished Products organization, ensuring all activities are performed in accordance with GMP and EHS requirements while driving operational excellence, productivity, and continuous improvement. You will be accountable for laboratory performance, people development, quality compliance, and long-term capability planning across staff, equipment, facilities, and systems.

This is an on-site position on our Uppsala site.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing QC Chemistry Finished Products team.

• Ensure Quality Control activities are executed in compliance with GMP, EHS, and internal quality standards.

• Secure timely delivery of testing and quality control activities according to agreed lead times.

• Oversee laboratory operations, analytical methods, equipment, documentation, and data integrity.

• Ensure effective handling of deviations, investigations, and non-conforming analytical results.

• Drive standardization, simplification, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity.

• Build strong partnerships with stakeholders across Quality, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Technical Operations.

• Implement quality strategies and ensure the organization is prepared to meet current and future business needs.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, or a related scientific discipline.

• 8-10 years of experience in Quality Control, Quality, laboratory operations, or a related GMP-regulated environment.

• Proven experience leading and developing teams.

• Strong understanding of GMP requirements and quality systems within the pharmaceutical industry.

• Experience managing quality events, investigations, and compliance-related activities.

• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.

• Excellent Swedish and English both verbally and in writing.

At Galderma, you'll have the opportunity to lead a critical function that ensures product quality and patient safety while helping shape the future of our QC organization in Uppsala. Join us and make a meaningful impact in a company dedicated to advancing dermatology for every skin story.