Vice President of Quality

Job Description

Job Description

Company Overview

Before we opened Strive Pharmacy we were unsatisfied with the current state of the pharmaceutical industry. Most of the current pharmaceuticals only offer a one size fits all approach and often come with unwanted and potentially dangerous side effects. We found that through compounding we can offer a much more personalized solution to medicine.

Through this we have been able to help patients get the results they are seeking for their personal needs. After years of working for corporate chains we took the risk and opened Strive Pharmacy. We are dedicated to providing a better experience for each customer and clinic that we work with. Come see the Strive difference.

Our Mission

We're flipping the script with personal medicine. We strive to interrupt an industry that has been closed to personalized care, accessibility, and nuance for too long. We strive to shift a reactive view of self-care and ignite a proactive baseline-shifting approach to health for all. 'The human element' is our crux and catalyst, driving all that we do, whether we're interacting with patients, providers, or practices. We're here to partner with those ready for a change. More than a compounding pharmacy, we're on a mission to positively disrupt healthcare as we know it. Strive is about more than medicine. Strive is about striving for the personal side of healthcare.

Position Overview :

The Vice President of Quality is a strategic and operational executive responsible for leading the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of the organization's Quality strategy and systems. This leader will ensure that products, processes, and facilities meet the highest standards of quality, safety, compliance, and customer trust. The VP of Quality oversees Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Quality Improvement, Validation, Document Control, and training functions, partnering closely with Operations, Supply Chain, and Enterprise teams to drive business excellence.

Location : Remote

Salary Range : $180,000 - $200,000 + Bonus Opportunity

Key Responsibilities :

Strategic Leadership

Develop and lead a comprehensive Quality strategy aligned with organizational priorities and growth objectives.

Build and scale world-class Quality Management Systems (QMS) that support operational reliability, regulatory excellence, and continuous improvement.

Act as a key advisor to the Executive team on quality related risk, compliance health, and improvement opportunities.

Champion a culture of quality, accountability, and proactive problem-solving across all levels of the organization.

Execution & Delivery

Compliance & Regulatory

Ensure full compliance with applicable regulations such as FDA, cGMP, 21 CFR, USP, ISO standards, state board regulations, and other governing bodies relevant to the business.

Lead preparation for and responses to regulatory inspections, customer audits, and certification activities.

Oversee internal audit programs, CAPA management, risk assessments, product release processes, and validation activities.

Operational Quality Management

Lead Quality Assurance, Quality Control, training, and documentation teams to achieve performance, throughput, and reliability expectations.

Establish and track Quality KPIs and dashboards (such as, complaint trends, deviation rates, batch failure rates, inspection outcomes).

Collaborate with Operations and Supply Chain to drive defect reduction, process optimization, and preventive quality initiatives.

Oversee product recall processes, quality incident investigations, root-cause analysis, and corrective actions.

Organizational Leadership

Develop talent, build bench strength, and create scalable organizational structures that support rapid growth.

Manage budgets, staffing plans, and resource allocation across the Quality organization.

Inspire and mentor teams, driving an environment of trust, integrity, performance, and accountability.

Qualifications :

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Biology, or related field.

15+ years of progressively responsible Quality leadership experience.

Demonstrated success scaling Quality systems in a highly regulated environment.

Deep expertise in cGMP, FDA regulations, ISO or equivalent industry standards.

Proven track record leading audit readiness, compliance, and continuous improvement programs.

Executive presence with strong communication, influence, and stakeholder alignment capability.

Preferred Qualifications :

Master's degree, MBA, or PharmD.

Experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, medical devices, biologics, or sterile compounding.

Experience with digital QMS systems, Lean, Six Sigma, or operational excellence methodologies.

Background leading multi-site, multi-state, or high-growth operations.

Annual Salary

$180,000—$200,000 USD

Benefits / Perks

Strive Pharmacy provides a comprehensive benefits package that encompasses various perks such as employer paid healthcare coverage available after 30 days of employment, the choice of an FSA / HSA, a voucher for new hire scrubs (if applicable), parental leave, a 401(k) plan with matching contributions, and the benefit of weekends and holidays off. FREE COMPOUNDED MEDS to employees and immediate family members.

Culture

At Strive, culture plays a fundamental role in shaping our workplace atmosphere. Beyond our exceptional benefits package, we foster a sense of community. Throughout the year, we arrange various holiday potlucks and festive celebrations. Strive is committed to promoting both personal and professional development, striving for our employees to excel and grow in every aspect of their lives, both within and outside of the workplace.

EEO

Strive Pharmacy is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristics as outlined by federal, state or local laws.

Disclaimer

• Please do not call the pharmacy location with questions about your application or interview. A talent acquisition partner will reach out to you.