Supplier Quality Specialist

The Fountain Group is a national staffing firm, and we are currently seeking a Supplier Quality Specialist for a prominent client of ours. This position is in Worcester, MA 01605. Details for the position are as follows:

Location: Worcester, MA

Schedule: Onsite

Pay Rate: $38–$41/hour

Under general supervision, the Supplier Quality Specialist will support the Quality organization by preparing, maintaining, and managing quality agreements with suppliers and clients. This role ensures quality agreements are accurate, compliant, and aligned with internal Quality Systems and global regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate has strong documentation skills, a solid understanding of cGMP/GxP environments, and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally with internal stakeholders and external partners.

• Prepare new quality agreements with suppliers and clients in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Review, update, and maintain existing quality agreements to ensure ongoing compliance and alignment.
• Upload and manage approved quality agreements within designated document repositories and quality systems.
• Create and maintain client quality agreement templates to support consistency and alignment across suppliers.
• Collaborate with internal Quality, Regulatory, Legal, and Supply Chain stakeholders, as well as external suppliers and clients.
• Ensure all activities are performed in compliance with GxP, cGMP, safety requirements, SOPs, and company policies.
• Carry out responsibilities in accordance with organizational procedures and applicable state, federal, and local regulations.

• Experience in supplier quality management, including preparation and maintenance of quality agreements.
• Working knowledge of Quality Systems and global regulatory requirements, including cGMPs, ICH, FDA, EU, and MHRA.
• Strong documentation and technical writing skills with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word and document management systems.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency in business English, including grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• BS/BA in a related field (life sciences, quality, regulatory, engineering, or business) or equivalent relevant experience.

• Experience working in a pharmaceutical or biotechnology manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with electronic document management systems (EDMS).
• Prior experience supporting supplier audits or supplier quality initiatives.