Associate Director, Operational Excellence & Project Management Office

MSD Ireland; Swords; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Associate Director for Operational Excellence and Project Management. This pivotal role involves spearheading initiatives that drive continuous improvement and strategic transformation within the organization. You will oversee transformation projects, implement management systems, and enhance business structures through effective reporting and risk management. If you possess a growth mindset, strong leadership skills, and a passion for operational excellence in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team dedicated to inventing solutions that address unmet healthcare needs and make a meaningful impact.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in a manufacturing environment, ideally pharmaceutical.
• Strong grasp of project management and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Oversee transformation projects ensuring effective planning.
• Implement management systems integrating Operational Excellence.

Skills

Coaching and Development

Collaboration

Strategic Planning

Ownership and Accountability

Change Management

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Key Performance Indicators

Dashboards

Job description

We are excited to invite applications for the position of Associate Director, Operational Excellence & Project Management Office at our Dublin Biotech site. In this role, you will report to the Site Supply Chain Lead and play a key role in heading initiatives that promote continuous improvement and strategic transformation within our organization.

Key Leadership Skills

• Coaching and Development: Mentor and develop team members while fostering Operational Excellence and Project Management skills across the site.
• Collaboration and Partnership: Collaborate with the Supply Chain Leadership Team and engage with various leadership groups within our biologics manufacturing network.
• Strategic Planning: Support cross-site and network strategies to achieve business goals.
• Ownership and Accountability: Enhance business structures using tools like Key Performance Indicators and dashboards.
• Change Catalyst: Drive progress and change through project management and Operational Excellence principles.

Key Responsibilities

• Transformation Portfolio Management: Oversee the site’s transformation projects, ensuring effective planning and execution of cross-functional objectives.
• Operational Excellence Management Development: Implement management systems and processes on the shop floor, integrating Operational Excellence principles into the site culture and collaborating with global teams.
• Business Reporting Ownership: Manage reporting metrics and communicate the site’s vision, strategy, and progress to stakeholders.
• Risk Management: Head risk management efforts, collaborating with functional leaders to address and mitigate business risks.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in the pharmaceutical or another regulated industry.
• A minimum of 8 years of professional experience, with a relevant degree or equivalent experience.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing production systems, project management, operational excellence, and lean methodologies.
• A growth mindset with strong coaching, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across functions and diverse teams.

Please apply if you are ready to invent solutions to meet unmet healthcare needs.