Global Product Operations Leader

Galderma; Barcelona; Híbrido; EUR 60.000 - 100.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

An innovative company in the dermatology sector seeks a Global Product Operations Leader to spearhead product launches and manage full life-cycle operations. This pivotal role involves leading cross-functional teams, implementing new operating models, and ensuring high-quality product availability. The position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of dermatology products while working in a dynamic hybrid environment. Join a diverse team dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of consumers and healthcare professionals. If you are passionate about driving change and delivering results, this role is your chance to shine.

Servicios

Competitive Compensation Package

Bonus Structure

Extended Benefit Package

Hybrid Work Culture

Personalized Career Path

Formación

• 10+ years in pharmaceutical or life sciences, with product launch experience.
• Strong leadership in managing cross-functional teams and driving change.

Responsabilidades

• Lead product operations teams for Rx Inline & OTC product launches.
• Develop and implement new product operating models across teams.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Analytical Skills

Project Management

Communication

Conflict Management

Problem-solving

Change Management

Educación

BS/MS in Operations, Engineering, Pharmaceutical, Life Sciences

Advanced Degree

Herramientas

Project Management Tools

Descripción del empleo

Galderma is the emerging pure-play dermatology category leader, present in approximately 90 countries. We deliver an innovative, science-based portfolio of premium flagship brands and services that span the full spectrum of the fast-growing dermatology market through Injectable Aesthetics, Dermatological Skincare and Therapeutic Dermatology. Since our foundation in 1981, we have dedicated our focus and passion to the human body's largest organ - the skin - meeting individual consumer and patient needs with superior outcomes in partnership with healthcare professionals. Because we understand that the skin, we are in shapes our lives, we are advancing dermatology for every skin story.

We look for people who focus on getting results, embrace learning and bring a positive energy. They must combine initiative with a sense of teamwork and collaboration. Above all, they must be passionate about doing something meaningful for consumers, patients, and the healthcare professionals we serve every day. We aim to empower each employee and promote their personal growth while ensuring business needs are met now and into the future. Across our company, we embrace diversity and respect the dignity, privacy, and personal rights of every employee.

At Galderma, we actively give our teams reasons to believe in our bold ambition to become the leading dermatology company in the world. With us, you have the ultimate opportunity to gain new and challenging work experiences and create an unparalleled, direct impact.

Further supporting our growth and innovation momentum, we are establishing a new Global Capability Center in Barcelona to deploy new capabilities to effectively support its global commercial and functional teams. Located in the upscale Eixample District in the heart of Barcelona, Galderma’s Global Capability Center offers numerous possibilities for professional development such as exposure to global and cross-functional projects and access to global career opportunities.

Job Title: Global Product Operations Leader

Location: Barcelona, Spain (hybrid)

Job Description

At Galderma, we are building a world class Operations organization through enhanced product launch and end-to-end product life-cycle leadership.

In the role of Global Product Operations Leader, you will be fully accountable for the development and implementation of the new product operating model across the Rx Inline & OTC business, as we strive to launch Galderma into the next phase of development and drive performance improvements that will substantially impact our future growth.

You will spearhead launches of all major Rx Inline & OTC products and manage those products throughout their full life-cycle and per the product operating model, ensuring high performing product teams are established and delivering on the product ambition of continued availability at optimal quality, on time and in cost.

This role will report to the Global Head of Product Operations and lead a product team with representatives from all key functions in global Operations and end-to-end stakeholders, with full responsibility for the successful execution of product strategy in Operations.

Key Responsibilities

1. Act as change leader to pioneer and establish the Galderma Product Operating model within Operations and across our end-to-end stakeholders.
2. Lead the Rx Inline & OTC Product Operations Teams, applying broad knowledge of supply chain, manufacturing technology, regulatory requirements, quality standards, financial aspects, and business processes – within Rx Inline & OTC - to drive maximum product value.
3. Provide leadership for major Rx Inline & OTC launches, geographic roll-out and end-to-end life cycle management projects. Assimilate new and emerging information on the brand strategy as will be developed by the Global Product Strategy organization.
4. Analyze and integrate data from across functional areas to provide strategic guidance to the Product Team in developing and executing projects and apply this to update strategies, priorities and projects.
5. Work to achieve upstream cross-functional alignment and act as the primary source of communication regarding major Rx Inline & OTC launches within the Operations organization to ensure that strategies, recommendations and emerging issues are appropriately deployed.
6. Develop and maintain a high performing team, building effective relationships and collaboration. Coach and mentor individual team members relating to their individual capabilities that contribute to team effectiveness.
7. Lead the Rx Inline & OTC Global Product Teams in crafting integrated and innovative product strategies that optimize and prioritize a portfolio of projects throughout its life-cycle.
8. Accountable for shaping and enabling the Product operating model and further across Galderma – leading by example and acting as a change agent.
9. Partner with Operations management, Global Product Strategy Franchise Lead, Research & Development to ensure accurate, fact-based, two-way communication regarding requirements, expectations and capabilities. Act as an active member of the Rx Inline & OTC Core Team with R&D and GPS.
10. Manage Rx Inline & OTC product launches and own the product risk management process – anticipate and mitigate risks to supply in the present and the future.
11. Communicate on project progress and escalate emerging issues to senior management and Rx Inline & OTC Core Team.

Skills & Qualifications

1. BS/MS in operations, engineering, pharmaceutical, life sciences, or related field, advanced degree preferred.
2. Minimum of 10 years’ experience in pharmaceutical, OTC, life sciences, biotech, or related field. Experience in launching products, managing geographic rollouts, and LCM projects.
3. Proven experience within a Product Operating model in a complex environment is an advantage.
4. Strong experience leading cross-functional teams including supply, quality, regulatory affairs, CMC, procurement, process experts, packaging, and device experts.
5. Strong analytical ability and ability to structure, prioritize and simplify communication in a complex and growth business environment.
6. Strong experience leading cross-functional teams and driving change.
7. Leadership skills including communication, conflict management, and coaching, with demonstrated practice of organizational change management.
8. Ability to effectively engage with and influence senior stakeholders.
9. A sense of urgency in driving projects and desire to set ambitious goals and work aggressively to meet project schedules, utilizing the latest project management tools and techniques.
10. Excellent organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple competing priorities.
11. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
12. Fluent in both written and spoken English, other languages an asset.

What we offer in return

1. You will be working for an organization that embraces diversity & inclusion and believe we will deliver better outcomes by reflecting the perspectives of our diverse customer base.
2. You will receive a competitive compensation package with bonus structure and extended benefit package.
3. You will be able to work in a hybrid work culture.
4. You will participate in feedback loops, during which a personalized career path will be established.
5. You will be joining a growing company that believes in ownership from day one where everyone is empowered to grow and to take on accountability.

Next Steps

1. If your profile is a match, we will invite you for a first virtual conversation with the recruiter.
2. The next step is a virtual conversation with the hiring manager.
3. The final step is a panel conversation with the extended team.

Our people make a difference

At Galderma, you’ll work with people who are like you. And people that are different. We value what every member of our team brings. Professionalism, collaboration, and a friendly, supportive ethos is the perfect environment for people to thrive and excel in what they do.