Salma HARKATI
Casablanca
Summary
Dynamic Quality Manager with a proven track record at Novo Nordisk, adept in steering global quality systems and enhancing compliance. Excelled in project management and relationship building, notably contributing to Pfizer's Covid-19 vaccine launch. Certified quality auditor with a flair for fostering continuous improvement and problem-solving across teams. Flexible & Open to relocation internationally.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Manager
Novo Nordisk
Casablanca
02.2024 - Current
- Ensured that Novo Nordisk's global Quality System, as well as local regulations, are implemented in the local affiliate.
- Conducted training sessions for employees from a commercial background to raise quality awareness in the affiliate.
- Ensured compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations, minimizing risks and promoting a safe workplace.
- Negotiated quality agreements with suppliers and customers to clarify expectations and responsibilities.
- Represented the company in external audits, demonstrating the effectiveness of the quality management system.
Global Project Manager as a 50% Assignment
Pfizer
06.2023 - 01.2024
- Contributed to steering the implementation of the latest EU GMP Annex 1, "Manufacture of Sterile Injectable Products," in Pfizer's manufacturing sites on a global scale in a harmonized way.
Supply Chain Quality Manager
Pfizer
Eljadida
07.2022 - 01.2024
- Recruited and trained three quality officers to meet job requirements.
- Fostered the departmental communications and networking, and actively promoted my team.
- Provided leadership in developing best practices for continuous improvement initiatives across all departments.
- Acted as the qualified/responsible person to local authorities for Pfizer product quality compliance issues in the market
- Coordinated product recalls and managed the communication with regulatory authorities and customers.
- Managed internal audit program, identifying non-conformances and leading corrective action plans.
- Managed commitments resulting from deviation management, change control, local regulatory authorities' inspections, and internal audits.
Supply Chain Quality Officer
Pfizer
Casablanca
06.2021 - 06.2022
- Supported the launch of the Covid-19 vaccine in the Moroccan market.
- Conducted the quality management and metrics review with the local management team.
- Evaluated vendors qualifications to ensure they meet Pfizer's standards.
- Acted as responsible person for documentation management, customer complaints handling, training system, change controls, deviations, CAPAs and inspections.
Quality Assurance Executive
SUN PHARMA
Casablanca
04.2019 - 06.2021
- Reviewed all incoming material against purchase orders for conformity with specified requirements.
- Participated in internal audits of processes related to Quality Assurance activities.
- Coordinated resolution of root cause analysis investigations involving complex situations or multiple departments.
- Monitored production processes and identified potential issues with quality control.
- Developed training programs for personnel involved in the production process related to quality assurance principles and practices.
Education
University degree - Bioavailability and bioequivalence studies
University of Medicine And Pharmacy
Rabat01.2020
Ph.D. - pharmacy
University of Medicine And Pharmacy
Rabat01.2019
Skills
- Quality processes
- New employee orientation
- Relationship building
- Continuous improvement
- Problem-solving
- Certified quality auditor
- Project Management
- Agility & flexibility
Languages
- ENGLISH
- ARABIC
- FRENCH
Personal Information
- Age: 30
- Marital Status: Single
Languages
Arabic
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
French
Proficient (C2)
C2
Timeline
Quality Manager
Novo Nordisk
02.2024 - Current
Global Project Manager as a 50% Assignment
Pfizer
06.2023 - 01.2024
Supply Chain Quality Manager
Pfizer
07.2022 - 01.2024
Supply Chain Quality Officer
Pfizer
06.2021 - 06.2022
Quality Assurance Executive
SUN PHARMA
04.2019 - 06.2021
University degree - Bioavailability and bioequivalence studies
University of Medicine And Pharmacy
Ph.D. - pharmacy
University of Medicine And Pharmacy
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