Associate Director, QARA – LATAM Operations & Distribution

About the role

The Associate Director, Quality Assurance & Regulatory Affairs (QARA) for LATAM Operations & Distribution will provide strategic and operational leadership across Latin America. Reporting to the International QARA organization, the role ensures regulatory compliance, robust quality management, and reliable distribution to support patient safety and business continuity.

Key responsibilities

• Define and execute QARA strategy for LATAM market models.
• Ensure compliance with local and regional regulatory requirements.
• Oversee quality management system implementation and continuous improvement.
• Manage distributor governance and sustain market access across diverse markets.
• Collaborate with Regulatory Affairs, Quality, Supply Chain, Commercial and Global QARA teams to mitigate risk.
• Support reliable supply, business continuity, and patient safety initiatives.

Required profile

• Proven senior leadership experience in quality assurance and regulatory affairs within the medical device or pharmaceutical sector.
• Deep knowledge of LATAM regulatory environments and distribution models.
• Strong cross‑functional collaboration skills with supply chain, commercial and global teams.
• Ability to drive strategic initiatives and operational excellence.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to shape QARA strategy for a leading global healthcare company.
• Exposure to a multi‑national environment with diverse markets.
• Competitive benefits aligned with Johnson & Johnson standards.