At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team to ensure product safety and champion change in a trusted health brand.
- Company: Join Australia's top natural health manufacturer, recognised as a great workplace.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working, generous parental leave, and health support for you and your family.
- Other info: Be part of a community-focused company that values wellbeing and continuous improvement.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on patient care and brand reputation in a purpose-driven environment.
- Qualifications: Must be a registered pharmacist with leadership experience in Pharmacovigilance.
As Australia’s most trusted manufacturer of natural health products for 15 years running, and one of the Financial Reviews Best Places to Work in 2023, it couldn’t be a better time to join a truly purpose‑led brand that has wellbeing and workplace flexibility at the heart of our culture! We are excited to offer the role of Director of Pharmacovigilance. Reporting into the GM Quality, Pharmacovigilance & Medical, this position leads the day-to-day operations of the PV Team, as well as the Product Quality Complaints Team, who together champion change, process improvement and product safety across the Blackmores Group.
Demonstrating strong business acumen, initiative and communication skills, this role is ideal for a registered pharmacist with considerable experience in industry.
Responsibilities:
- Lead, coach and mentor a team of c.7, including 2 team leaders, providing day-to-day guidance and running of the function.
- Lead the full implementation and compliance of the Pharmacovigilance (PV) program and Product Safety Assessments across Blackmores Group.
- Perform PV training to the broader business, and for targeted teams as required.
- Identify and deliver continuous improvement opportunities.
- Champion change to help others adopt positively to change.
- Understand and communicate how the Product Safety program and the PV program support optimal patient care, protect the patient, protect brand reputation, and minimise business exposure.
What we offer:
- Opportunities to support your local community through paid community leave.
- 20 weeks gender neutral paid parental leave.
- Flexible working across most of our roles.
- Great benefits to support your health and wellbeing, including access to discounted products.
- Mental health support for you and your family through our Sonder assistance program.
Who are you?
- Must be a registered pharmacist with considerable experience working in industry, leading a Pharmacovigilance or Medical Affairs function.
- Exposure to Product Quality Complaints is an advantage.
- You have people leadership experience, gained from within Industry.
- Strong communication skills, can coach and mentor, excellent business acumen.
- A self‑starter, self‑sufficient and prioritises workload.
- Solid understanding of medical terminology and its clinical relevance/application.
Director of Pharmacovigilance & Product Safety employer: Blackmores Group
Blackmores Group is an exceptional employer that prioritises employee wellbeing and professional growth, offering flexible working arrangements and a supportive, inclusive culture. With access to unique benefits such as free health products and mental health support for employees and their families, Blackmores fosters a remarkable work environment where individuals can thrive both personally and professionally. Located in Braeside, Victoria, the company is committed to creating a diverse workforce and empowering its employees to achieve their goals while contributing to meaningful community initiatives.
