Manufacturing Strategy Director

Are you looking for an opportunity to play a key role in developing manufacturing strategies at global scale within the pharmaceutical industry? Do you thrive in a high paced environment, where you could drive the creation of our strategic priorities in manufacturing, shaping the future of our Aseptic Manufacturing area to drive industry leadership and deployment of these strategies across our network?
If so, we are looking for a new Aseptic Manufacturing Strategy Director to join our team.
The position
Main tasks or responsibilities:

Ownership of the Aseptic Manufacturing Strategy: Development of overall strategic objectives, drive data/insights on the optimal use of our network considering the full pharmaceutical value chain.

Ownership of the deployment of the Aseptic Manufacturing Strategy: Deployment of manufacturing strategy to the aseptic manufacturing network, including program governance, resource allocation and performance measurement on progress and benefit realization.

The Manufacturing Strategy Director is responsible for driving the overall strategic direction for our aseptic manufacturing network, which covers operations across [xxxxx]'s therapy areas as well as our global aseptic manufacturing network of sites in China, France, Denmark, USA, and Brazil.
Qualifications
Ideally, you have:

Master’s degree in engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field. Business education would also be preferred.

10 years of experience in manufacturing operations, with 5+ years of experience in a strategic role (leadership a plus).

Strong knowledge of production planning, resource optimization, and quality management.

Proven record of successful implementation of manufacturing strategies to improve efficiency and reduce costs.

Proficient in both written and spoken English.

As a professional and personal skills, you have:

Strategic Planning: Strategic planning skills to develop and implement long-term plans for the manufacturing network. This includes setting goals, identifying key performance indicators, and aligning activities with overall business objectives.

Leadership: Strong program leadership skills are essential for the Manufacturing Strategy Director to effectively manage and motivate a diverse team of professionals with informal reporting lines. This skill includes setting clear expectations, providing guidance and support, and fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.

Problem Solving: The ability to quickly identify and resolve issues is critical for the Manufacturing Strategy Director. This skill involves analyzing complex problems, developing innovative solutions, and implementing corrective actions to minimize disruptions and improve overall operational efficiency.

Data Analysis: Proficiency in data analysis is essential for the Manufacturing Strategy Director to make informed decisions and drive continuous improvement. This skill includes collecting and analyzing production data, identifying trends and patterns, and using insights to optimize manufacturing processes.

Supply Chain Management: Strong understanding of supply chain management to effectively coordinate manufacturing activities together with the supply chain organization.

Program Management: Strong program management skills to effectively plan, execute, and monitor manufacturing projects to succeed on the strategy. This skill involves defining project scope, allocating resources, managing timelines, and ensuring successful project delivery.

Change Management: Adept at managing change within the manufacturing area. This skill includes effectively communicating changes, addressing resistance, and facilitating the adoption of new processes or technologies to drive continuous improvement.

Collaboration: Work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders. This skill involves fostering strong relationships, facilitating open communication, and promoting a culture of collaboration to achieve common goals.

About the Department
Our organizational unit, Aseptic Manufacturing Business Development & Support (AM BD&S) has around fifty colleagues, who play a role to set the direction, manage performance and ensure compliance in the business support functions that we lead. AM BD&S is an organizational unit in Product Supply Aseptic Manufacturing (PS AM), which is the largest production area in [xxxxx]. With more than 8,000 employees, PS AM is a truly global organization responsible for producing products for launches of all therapies in [xxxxx] supplying 50% of the world’s insulin (for more information please visit [xxxxx] Come join us in driving change for patients around the world.
Working at [xxxxx]
At [xxxxx], we do not wait for change. We drive it. We are a dynamic company in an even more dynamic industry, and we know that what got us to where we are today is not necessarily what will make us successful in the future. We embrace the spirit of experimentation, striving for excellence without fixating on perfection. We never shy away from opportunities to develop, we seize them. From research and development, through to manufacturing, marketing, and sales – we are all working to move the needle on patient care.
Contact
For further information, please contact Corporate Vice President (AM Business Development & Support), Kelli Goodson at +[xxxxx]
Deadline
20 June 2024 Please note that applications will be assessed on an ongoing basis and therefore the advert may close before the recruitment process is completed if we have proceeded with candidates to the screening or interview phase. We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants. At [xxxxx] we recognize that it is no longer good enough to aspire to be the best company in the world. We need to aspire to be the best company for the world and we know that this is only possible with talented employees with diverse perspectives, backgrounds and cultures. We are therefore committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates the diversity of our employees, the patients we serve and communities we operate in. Together, we’re life changing.