Quality Business Analysis & Transformation

ZS is a place where passion changes lives. As a management consulting and technology firm focused on improving life and how we live it, we transform ideas into impact by bringing together data, science, technology and human ingenuity to deliver better outcomes for all. Here you'll work side-by-side with a powerful collective of thinkers and experts shaping life-changing solutions for patients, caregivers and consumers, worldwide. ZSers drive impact by bringing a client-first mentality to each and every engagement. We partner collaboratively with our clients to develop custom solutions and technology products that create value and deliver company results across critical areas of their business. Bring your curiosity for learning, bold ideas, courage and passion to drive life-changing impact to ZS.
Insights & Analytics
ZS's Insights & Analytics group partners with clients to design and deliver solutions to help them tackle a broad range of business challenges. Our teams work on multiple projects simultaneously, leveraging advanced data analytics and problem-solving techniques. Our recommendations and solutions are based on rigorous research and analysis underpinned by deep expertise and thought leadership.
Within our Quality practice, we work at the intersection of Quality domain expertise, business transformation, data, digital, and AI. Our work spans global Quality process and operating model redesign, predictive product risk solutions, intelligent investigations, and AI-enabled compliance capabilities. We focus on building the next generation of enterprise Quality capabilities for pharmaceutical and life sciences companies.
What You'll Do
In this role, you will lead Quality business analysis, delivery, and project execution on client facing workstreams across complex transformation initiatives. You will work with clients to understand current-state processes, pain points, systems, controls, and data needs; define future-state requirements; and coordinate across Quality SMEs, product teams, data scientists, designers, and engineers to deliver scalable solutions.

• Lead workstreams and teams & conduct stakeholder interviews and document Quality processes, pain points, controls, systems, and data requirements
• Bring an outside-in perspective to identify gaps in existing QMS capabilities and develop innovative solutions
• Support future-state process design, QMS transformation, Quality analytics, and AI-enabled use cases
• Analyze Quality data, develop business and functional requirements, support testing, and prepare client deliverables
• Manage day-to-day project execution and coordinate across business, Quality, data, and technology teams
• Convert client delivery insights into reusable frameworks, data models, analytical components, playbooks, and implementation assets
• Support proposals, demonstrations, solution workshops, effort estimation, accelerators, and thought leadership
• Guide and mentor project team members and contribute to building future Quality Consultants and solution leaders

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in life sciences, engineering, pharmacy, biotechnology, data science, information systems, or a related field
• At least 5 year of experience in life sciences across Quality, QMS, manufacturing, laboratory operations, and/or consulting
• Strong working knowledge of at least two Quality processes such as deviations, CAPA, complaints, change control, risk management, supplier quality, or QMS implementation and configuration
• Experience leading teams and supporting large-scale Quality transformation or technology-enabled initiatives
• Ability to identify process and QMS capability gaps / enterprise application whitespaces and define solutions using workflow, data, analytics, AI, GenAI, and other digital capabilities
• Experience navigating at least one major QMS platform, such as Veeva Vault Quality, TrackWise, SmartSolve/SmartQMS, ComplianceQuest, ETQ, or similar
• Strong analytical skills with exposure to Excel, SQL, Power BI, Python, GenAI, or similar tools
• Experience translating business needs into process, data, system, and functional requirements
• Understanding of GxP, data integrity, CSV/CSA, validation, and traceability requirements for digital and AI-enabled Quality solutions
• Strong stakeholder management, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work across Quality, business, product, data, and technology teams
• Fluency in English
• Client-first mentality
• Intense work ethic
• Collaborative spirit and problem-solving approach

Additional Skills

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to structure complex concepts clearly
• Ability to simplify technical and Quality concepts into practical frameworks and client-ready recommendations
• Strong attention to detail and a quality-focused mindset
• Client service orientation and ability to build credibility with senior stakeholders
• Ability to work effectively within global, cross-functional teams
• High motivation, strong work ethic, maturity, and personal initiative

How you'll grow:

• Cross-functional skills development & custom learning pathways
• Milestone training programs aligned to career progression opportunities
• Internal mobility paths that empower growth via s-curves, individual contribution and role expansions

Perks & Benefits:
At ZS, your growth matters. We offer a comprehensive total rewards package that supports your health and well-being, financial future, time away, and professional development. With robust skills-building programs, multiple career progression paths, internal mobility, and a deeply collaborative culture, you'll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, expand your capabilities, and thrive as part of a global community. For details on total rewards in United States , visit ZS US office locations | Where we work | ZS .
Hybrid working model:
We are committed to giving our employees a flexible and connected way of working. A flexible and connected ZS allows us to combine work from home and on-site presence at clients/ZS offices for the majority of our week. The magic of ZS culture and innovation thrives in both planned and spontaneous face-to-face connections.
Travel:
Travel is a requirement at ZS for client facing ZSers; business needs of your project and client are the priority. While some projects may be local, all client-facing ZSers should be prepared to travel as needed. Travel provides opportunities to strengthen client relationships, gain diverse experiences, and enhance professional growth by working in different environments and cultures.
Considering applying?
At ZS, we honor the visible and invisible elements of our identities, personal experiences, and belief systems-the ones that comprise us as individuals, shape who we are, and make us unique. We believe your personal interests, identities, and desire to learn are integral to your success here. We are committed to building a team that reflects a broad variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Learn more about our inclusion and belonging efforts and the networks ZS supports to assist our ZSers in cultivating community spaces and obtaining the resources they need to thrive.
If you're eager to grow, contribute, and bring your unique self to our work, we encourage you to apply.
ZS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunities without regard to any class protected by applicable law.
Work Authorization:
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidates must have authorization to work in the United States that does not now or in the future require employer sponsorship.
To complete your application:
An on-line application, including a full set of transcripts (official or unofficial), is required to be considered.
NO AGENCY CALLS, PLEASE.
Find Out More At:
www.zs.com
Salary: $160,000.00 - $177,000.00