Director managing technical operations planning for Global Clinical Supply in pharmaceuticals. Leading teams in improving processes and integrating operations across the US and Switzerland.
Responsibilities
Integrating teams across US and Switzerland, implementing a new operating model and ways of working.
Lead a team of technical experts responsible for: CSO Compliance Operations CSO Integration Operations Global Site Scheduling Process ownership, KPIs, investigations & CAPAs for Operations Planning
Proactively identifying operational risks and implementing data-driven mitigation strategies to ensure strong operational performance.
Embedding business process continuous improvement that allows for enhanced efficiency with required responsiveness/flexibility to project-specific needs.
Seeks opportunities to innovation and efficiency, removing barriers for the team and supporting change initiatives.
Supporting strategic plans by defining priorities, establishing key performance indicators, and driving change initiatives and process improvements.
Continuously optimize assets, processes, and resources across the supply chain to maintain compliance and achieve operational excellence.
Ensure coordinated scheduling process across sites, influence siting decisions, ensure productivity targets are met and provide direction to address scheduling conflicts.
Engage with inspectors/auditors to review processes, coordinate responses to observations and lead implementation of CAPA.
Lead integration of complex BD assets (e.g. new external sites, complex packaging) and provide guidance to team for operational execution.
Lead complex, cross-functional investigations and provide guidance to team on problem-solving and effective CAPA.
Lead implementation and change adoption for new systems and tools within Operations Planning to deliver digital strategy.
Lead operational simplification efforts with external sites to enable speed, flexibility and cost opportunities.
Inspire and motivate teams by setting high-performance expectations and fostering a culture of learning, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Requirements
Degree (BSc, MSc, MBA, PhD) in Life Sciences, Engineering, Supply Chain, Business Administration or related discipline
Experience (10+ years) in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or medical devices with proven success in Project management and team leadership
Demonstrated ability to lead and develop teams, manage complex projects, and deliver innovative solutions.
Strong communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills.
Adaptable and resilient, with a track record of performing under pressure and fostering collaboration across global, culturally diverse teams
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and drive evidence-based decisions.
Proficiency in English (verbal and written) at a professional working level.
Benefits
medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family)
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