Quality Raw Material Specialist

LA PRAIRIE – The Luxury skincare house where audacious innovation has cultivated a pioneering approach to beauty. A place where heritage and creativity are infused with the values of care, passion, entrepreneurship and excellence. A place where dedicated and diverse professionals each contribute to an inspiring and unique environment. A place for careers to grow and flourish and where our sustainable foundation nourishes talents and futures.

LA PRAIRIE. CREATE A BEAUTIFUL IMPACT.

Location:

Berneck, St. Gallen, CH, 9442

Contract Type:
Permanent - full-time

To strengthen our Quality Team at Swiss Cosmetics Production (SCP), a member of the La Prairie Group, located in Berneck (SG), we are looking for a team-oriented, reliable and self‑driven proactive personality to join us as a Quality Raw Material Specialist. In this role you play a key role in ensuring the highest quality standards for our raw materials. The position contributes to safeguarding product quality and driving continuous improvement within the quality management system.

• Ownership and continuous improvement of the Raw Material Management System
• Ownership of supplier evaluation
• Execution of risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential quality issues
• Qualification, auditing, and monitoring of suppliers to ensure ongoing compliance
• Oversight of incoming goods inspection (IQC), including sampling and testing according to GLP
• Leading deviation investigations (RCA) and implementation of CAPA measures
• Ensuring adherence to GMP (ISO 22716), GLP, and regulatory requirements
• Supporting and leading internal and external audits
• Close collaboration with R&D, Supply Chain, Operations, and external partners

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific field
• Approximately 3–5 years of experience in a GMP-regulated environment (cosmetics, pharma, or food)
• Solid knowledge of ISO 22716 is considered a strong advantage
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and quality management tools
• Strong analytical mindset and structured working approach
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Very good written and spoken communication skills in German (at least B2) and English (fluent)

• Varied tasks with a high level of responsibility
• Collegial, international team with flat hierarchies
• Attractive location in the tri-border area (CH/AT/DE)
• 40‑hour working week
• 5 weeks of vacation, increasing to 6 weeks from the age of 50

Are you performance‑driven, curious, motivated, and well organized? Do you enjoy working in an international environment? Then take the next step in your career and become part of our team in Berneck (SG). We look forward to receiving your application directly via our recruitment portal.