Vice President Operations

Nualtis; Montreal; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading drug delivery company in Montreal seeks a VP Operations to direct and execute its manufacturing operations. The successful candidate will ensure compliance, lead a growing team, and drive strategic execution during a significant scaling phase. A minimum of 5 years of experience in GMP and commercial manufacturing is required, along with strong leadership skills and a background in materials management. This role is on-site and aims to optimize operational activities in line with industry standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in GMP and commercial manufacturing.
• Background in management consulting is a plus.
• Experience in materials management from planning through procurement.

Responsibilities

• Drive all GMP and commercial manufacturing activities.
• Manage and grow the team hands-on.
• Ensure compliance with health regulations.

Skills

GMP and commercial manufacturing

High academic rigor

Supply Chain Management

Negotiation

Team Leadership

Education

B.S. in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry

Job description

VP Operations (Site Lead)

Location: Montreal, Canada (On-site, 5 days/week) Company: Nualtis

Company Description

Nualtis is a leading drug delivery company focused on the development and manufacturing of oral thin films. Nualtis is on a strong growth trajectory. The company enters a significant scale‑up phase to enter commercial‑scale production in the coming months.

Nualtis' superior film technologies, including VersaFilm® and VetaFilm™, allow for next‑generation pharmaceutical products that address unmet medical needs. Nualtis' innovative product pipeline offers significant benefits to patients and physicians for many therapeutic conditions.

Nualtis' highly skilled team and 20+ year company history provides comprehensive pharmaceutical services to pharmaceutical partners, including R&D, analytical method development, clinical monitoring, IP, and regulatory services. Nualtis' state‑of‑the‑art manufacturing facility offers full service by providing lab‑scale through to pilot‑ and commercial‑scale production.

Job Description

The VP Operations is a member of the Executive Team and responsible for the direction, strategy, planning, and execution of the company’s manufacturing operations. This is a high‑impact, hands‑on role for a leader who thrives in a scaling environment. You will lead a team of production staff with a mandate to grow, overseeing all operational activities including upstream manufacturing, packaging, facilities and maintenance, production planning, and supply chain management.

We are looking for a "builder" with high rigor and grit—someone capable of high‑level strategic planning who is equally willing to be on the floor to drive execution.

Job Responsibilities

• Drive Commercial Scale-Up: Drive all GMP and commercial manufacturing activities during this critical scaling phase.
• Strategic Execution: In cooperation with the other Executive Team members, you develop, plan, and execute the strategy for establishing and continuously improving film manufacturing capability at Nualtis.
• Equipment & Facility: Work directly and full circle with equipment builders on optimizing and scaling the production facility.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure that operational activities are performed in compliance with pertinent rules and regulations (Health Canada/FDA/EMA).
• Team Leadership and Development: Manage and grow the team hands‑on, day‑to‑day and following the company vision.
• QMS Integration: In cooperation with Regulatory Affairs and Quality Operations, ensure continuous improvement of the Quality Management System for the Company.
• R&D Collaboration: Cooperate with the R&D department on scale‑up and process development activities relating to development projects.
• Strategic Sourcing: Explore contract manufacturing opportunities and established relationships with sub‑contract manufacturers.
• Standards & Cost: Ensure that, as the company grows, manufacturing capabilities meet or exceed all industry and customer requirements for cost, quality, and responsiveness.
• Negotiation: Play an active role in senior‑level negotiations with client companies and manufacturing partners.
• Budgeting: Develop and manage budgeting and budget execution with a focus on product costs and margins.
• Supply Chain: Direct all production control, production process development, material procurement, and shipping/receiving activities.
• Serialization: Implements serialization procedures and policy as required.

Job Requirements

• Education: B.S. in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or Business discipline. A background demonstrating high academic rigor (e.g., top‑tier university) is highly valued.
• Experience: A minimum of 5 years of experience in GMP and commercial manufacturing, product engineering, manufacturing engineering, fab management, and/or operations of specialty pharma manufacturing. This has come on top of a foundation of other work or academic experience, which will have given you a different leverage for the position.
• Profile: We are seeking a candidate with high intellect, grit, and an ownership mindset. Experience in Management Consulting prior to operational roles is a strong plus.
• Supply Chain: Experience in materials management, from planning through purchasing, and negotiation and administration of procurement agreements.
• Network: Established relationships with the full range of worldwide sub‑contract manufacturers and familiarity with their capabilities, pricing strategies, and negotiation tactics.
• Management: Sound administrative skills and well‑developed management skills, with the ability to lead a tight‑knit team on‑site.

Please send your application through LinkedIn or directly to [e-mail], Chief of Staff and Hiring Manager for the job. You will go through a multi‑stage interview process including case study work.