Senior MSAT Manager API (m/f/d)

CHEPLAPHARM; Berlin; Hybrid; EUR 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits budget

Company pension provision

Discounts via corporate benefits

Internal and external training

Job summary

CHEPLAPHARM is seeking a Senior MSAT Program Manager to lead global technology transfer projects and MSAT activities. You will provide senior technical expertise, drive GMP and regulatory compliance, and partner with internal teams, customers, and external service providers to ensure project success.

You will manage technical documentation, RFQ contributions, and cross-functional collaborations across a matrix organization, shaping strategic programs while upholding the highest quality standards

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Pharmacy, Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline.
• More than 5 years of relevant professional experience within the pharmaceutical/biotechnology industry, ideally MSAT, technology transfer, manufacturing, or technical operations and API.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex MSAT technology transfer programs from planning through implementation while maintaining high quality standards.
• Perform on-site technical compliance assessments and verify adherence to GMP and international regulatory requirements.
• Review, approve, and maintain technical documentation for product and process transfers throughout the project lifecycle.
• Provide senior technical guidance on pharmaceutical and technological matters to internal teams, customers, and external service providers.
• Own technical evaluation and contribute to RFQs to support business development opportunities.
• Collaborate with external service providers as the primary technical contact to ensure successful project delivery.
• Coordinate cross-functional projects across multiple functions and departments, ensuring milestones are met on time and scope.
• Demonstrate matrix leadership by guiding teams through complex, long-term initiatives.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

Regulatory compliance

GMP knowledge

Technical expertise

Communication skills

Problem solving

Matrix leadership

Education

Master's degree in 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 Senior MSAT Program Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring the successful execution of global technology transfer and MSAT activities. You will provide senior technical expertise, drive compliance excellence, lead cross-functional projects, and act as a trusted partner for internal teams, customers, and external service providers.

What Makes Your Day With Us Special

Leading Complex Technology Transfer Programs

You ensure the successful technical execution of technology transfer projects and MSAT initiatives, driving projects from planning through implementation while maintaining the highest quality standards.

Ensuring Technical Compliance Excellence

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

Managing Critical Technical Documentation

You review, approve, and maintain technical documentation required for product and process transfers, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance throughout the project lifecycle.

Acting as a Senior Technical Expert

You provide expert guidance on pharmaceutical and technological matters, supporting both medicinal and non-medicinal products and helping teams navigate complex technical challenges.

Driving Regulatory Compliance and Leading Technical RFQ Activities

You ensure adherence to relevant international regulations and industry standards, contributing to the successful delivery of compliant products and processes. You take ownership of the technical evaluation and contribution to Request for Quotations (RFQs), providing expert input to support business development opportunities.

Collaborating with External Service Providers

You act as the primary technical contact for external service providers involved in technology transfer projects, building strong partnerships and ensuring successful project delivery.

Maintaining GMP-Critical Documentation

You create, review, and continuously improve GMP-relevant documentation, including SOPs, risk assessments, specifications, manufacturing instructions, packaging instructions, and validation documents.

Managing Cross-Functional Projects

You coordinate complex projects across multiple functions and departments, aligning diverse stakeholders and ensuring project milestones are achieved on time and in scope.

What Sets You Apart

Academic Background and Pharmaceutical Industry Experience

You hold a Master's degree in Pharmacy, Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline. You bring more than 5 years of relevant professional experience within the pharmaceutical or biotechnologyindustry, ideally within MSAT, technology transfer, manufacturing, or technical operations and Experience in API.

Proven Project Management Expertise

You have successfully managed complex, long-term projects involving multiple stakeholders, changing priorities, and cross-functional collaboration.

Technical Knowledge And Problem-Solving Skills

You possess strong technical expertise and enjoy analyzing complex challenges, evaluating alternative solutions, and driving practical, sustainable outcomes.

GMP And Regulatory Expertise And Outstanding Communication Skills

You demonstrate a thorough understanding of GMP requirements, pharmaceutical regulations, and industry best practices within an international environment. You confidently engage with stakeholders at all organizational levels and are skilled at influencing, negotiating, and building strong professional relationships.

Matrix Leadership Capabilities

You have experience leading cross-functional teams and projects in a matrix environment, driving results through collaboration, influence, and expertise rather than direct authority.

Proactive and Independent Mindset

You take ownership of your responsibilities, make sound decisions, and thrive in dynamic environments where flexibility and initiative are essential.

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.