Pharma Facility Leadership: Strategy, Compliance & Ops

Novartis Belux; Puurs; On-site; EUR 61,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance plans

Retirement plans

Wellbeing resources

Global recognition programs

Hybrid working options

Job summary

Novartis Belux in Puurs, Belgium, seeks a Site REFS Lead to provide leadership and governance for the integrated facility management program. You will manage site services, vendor relationships, and continuous improvement while ensuring regulatory compliance and financial stewardship.

Responsibilities include developing strategies, driving performance, handling KPIs, and delivering cost savings. The role requires GMP/GLP knowledge, cross-functional leadership, and strong stakeholder management

Qualifications

• Relevant leadership experience in service environments.
• University degree or equivalent.
• Pharmaceutical facility experience.
• Knowledge of facility operations, GMP/GLP and regulations; vendor and financial management.
• Stakeholder management; analytical problem solving; cross-functional leadership and change management.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement short- and long-term strategies. Lead and motivate site teams and stakeholders.
• Drive innovation, continuous improvement, and performance culture.
• Manage strategic facility service partners. Ensure contract compliance, service quality, and cost control.
• Build and maintain strong vendor relationships. Translate strategy into operational plans and execution.
• Monitor KPIs (quality, safety, cost, customer satisfaction). Drive corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Own and control the FM budget. Deliver cost savings and productivity improvements.
• Plan resource allocation, CAPEX, and operational spending. Ensure adherence to regulatory standards (GxP, HSE, etc.).
• Maintain quality, safety, and audit readiness. Implement corporate policies and best practices.

Skills

Leadership experience

Vendor management

Financial management

Stakeholder management

GMP/GLP knowledge

Regulatory knowledge

Cross-functional leadership

Analytical problem solving

Education

University degree or equivalent

Job description

Novartis Belux in Puurs, Belgium, seeks a Site REFS Lead to provide leadership and governance for the integrated facility management program. You will manage site services, vendor relationships, and continuous improvement while ensuring regulatory compliance and financial stewardship.

Responsibilities include developing strategies, driving performance, handling KPIs, and delivering cost savings. The role requires GMP/GLP knowledge, cross-functional leadership, and strong stakeholder management