Head of MSAT (m/f/d)

CHEPLAPHARM; Berlin; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

International environment

Flexible working models

Pension provision

Employee benefits platform

Job summary

CHEPLAPHARM is seeking a Head of Manufacturing Science & Technology to lead global MSAT operations and drive technology transfers while upholding top technical and regulatory standards.

You will collaborate with international stakeholders, guide RFQ activities, and mentor diverse teams to deliver high-quality, compliant outcomes across products and sites.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a scientific discipline and 10+ years in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Experience in MSAT, manufacturing, technology transfer, process development or related technical functions.
• Strong regulatory knowledge including GMP and global standards.
• Proven leadership of large teams and international projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead global MSAT operations and drive cross-site alignment.
• Oversee technology transfer projects from planning to commercial readiness.
• Ensure technical compliance with internal and international standards.
• Review and authorize technical documentation for transfers.
• Serve as senior technical expert and RFQ technical owner.
• Manage external service providers and maintain high-quality collaborations.

Skills

MSAT leadership

Technology transfer

Regulatory knowledge

Cross-cultural collaboration

Strategic thinking

Technical documentation

RFQ management

Vendor/external partner management

Communication skills

International stakeholder management

Education

Master's degree (Pharmacy, Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Chemical Engineering or related)

Job description

We are an owner-managed, globally active company in the specialty pharmaceuticals sector with a clear mission: to be THE sustainable platform for long-established and trusted pharmaceutical brand products in various therapeutic areas. As a reliable partner to the research-based pharmaceutical industry, CHEPLAPHARM ensures the availability and supply of these medicines for the global market. This benefits not only our partners, but also patients around the world. We are proud that our specialised business model has enabled us to become one of the world's leading companies in the acquisition of original preparations within 20 years, and we continue to grow. The aspiration of our approximately 800 employees: Together, we want to ‘ACHIEVE MORE’. As Head of MSAT, you will be responsible for the global Manufacturing Science & Technology function, ensuring the successful execution of technology transfer activities while maintaining the highest standards of technical excellence, quality, and regulatory compliance. You will act as a key technical authority, collaborate with international stakeholders, and play a critical role in supporting our continued growth and operational success.

What Makes Your Day With Us Special

• Leading Global MSAT Operations

  You take overall responsibility for our global MSAT activities, driving operational excellence and ensuring alignment across projects, sites, and stakeholders.

• Inspiring and Developing Teams

  You provide both disciplinary and functional leadership to the MSAT organization, fostering a collaborative environment where people can grow, perform, and succeed.

• Driving Successful Technology Transfers

  You ensure the robust technical execution of all technology transfer projects, guiding activities from initial planning through implementation and commercial readiness.

• Ensuring Technical Compliance

  You conduct on-site technical compliance assessments and ensure that all activities meet internal standards as well as applicable international regulatory requirements.

• Overseeing Critical Technical Documentation

  You review, approve, and authorize technical documentation related to product and process transfers, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance.

• Acting as a Senior Technical Expert

  You serve as a trusted advisor for pharmaceutical and technological questions, supporting both medicinal and non-medicinal product portfolios with your expertise.

• Owning the Technical RFQ Process

  You are accountable for the technical components of Request for Quotations (RFQs), providing expert assessments and supporting sound business decisions.

• Managing External Service Providers

  You act as the primary technical contact for external service providers involved in technology transfer activities, ensuring high-quality collaboration and delivery.

What Sets You Apart

• Academic Background and Industry Experience

  You hold a Master's degree in Pharmacy, Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline. You bring more than 10 years of professional experience within the pharmaceutical industry, ideally in MSAT, manufacturing, technology transfer, process development, or related technical functions.

• Proven Leadership Expertise

  You have successfully led teams for more than 10 years and possess a strong ability to motivate, develop, and empower employees across different levels of an organization.

• Strong Regulatory Knowledge

  You have a thorough understanding of global pharmaceutical regulations, GMP requirements, and industry best practices, allowing you to ensure full compliance in a complex environment.

• Excellent Communication Skills

  You excel at building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders and are confident influencing and collaborating across functions, sites, and cultures.

• Strategic and Analytical Mindset

  You are skilled at evaluating complex business and technical challenges, assessing alternative solutions, and identifying the most effective path forward.

• Strong Decision-Making Capabilities And International Perspective

  You take ownership, make informed decisions in dynamic situations, and successfully balance strategic priorities with operational needs. You enjoy working in a global environment and are comfortable collaborating with international teams and stakeholders.

What We Offer You Besides The Job

• Corporate culture & internationality

  A growing company with a diverse, open working environment and employees from around 40 countries.

• Flexible working models & work-life balance

  Individually customisable working models, including the option to work from another EU country for up to two months per year. Working time account with compensatory time off and 30 days of holiday.

• Individual Benefits & Pension Provision

  Flexible benefits budget, e.g. for increased company pension provision, fitness and health offers or subsidies for travel and meal costs.

• Discounts & Additional Benefits

  Access to the corporate benefits platform with discounts at hundreds of partner companies.

• Further development & team culture

  Internal and external training courses tailored to personal goals, as well as company and team events to strengthen cohesion and celebrate successes together.