Operations Director - Business Management

JR France; Les Ulis; Sur place; EUR 100 000 - 150 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading company in pharmaceutical manufacturing seeks a Site Head to oversee operations at their API site. This senior role focuses on strategic leadership, compliance, financial management, and fostering a culture of quality and safety. The ideal candidate will possess significant experience in the pharmaceutical industry and a robust understanding of operational management.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• At least 5 years in senior leadership roles within a CDMO or API manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience managing regulatory inspections and client audits.

Responsabilités

• Develop and execute the site’s strategic and operational plans.
• Oversee all site operations including production, engineering, and quality.
• Ensure compliance with cGMP, FDA, and EMA regulatory requirements.

Connaissances

Leadership

Operational Management

Compliance

Financial Oversight

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related field

Master’s/PhD preferred

Description du poste

Position Overview: The Site Head will lead and manage all operations at our client's API manufacturing site, ensuring the delivery of high-quality products and services to clients within the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors. This individual will be responsible for site strategy, operational excellence, regulatory compliance, client satisfaction, and P&L performance. As a senior leader, the Site Head will play a pivotal role in driving the site's growth, fostering a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute the site’s strategic and operational plans in alignment with corporate goals. Serve as the primary site leader, representing the facility internally and externally. Drive growth initiatives, including capacity expansion, new technology implementation, and strategic client partnerships.
2. Operational Management: Oversee all site operations including production, engineering, quality, supply chain, EHS, and facilities. Ensure efficient, compliant, and cost-effective manufacturing processes. Establish and track performance KPIs, driving accountability across departments.
3. Quality, Compliance & EHS: Ensure full compliance with cGMP, FDA, EMA, and other global regulatory requirements. Promote a safety-first culture and ensure adherence to environmental, health, and safety standards. Lead site audits, including client and regulatory inspections.
4. People Leadership: Build, develop, and retain a high-performing leadership team and workforce. Drive a culture of transparency, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion across the site.
5. Financial & Commercial Oversight: Manage site-level P&L, budgeting, and capital investments. Drive cost optimization and margin improvement initiatives. Participate in commercial discussions and pricing strategy for site-based services.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related field (Master’s/PhD preferred).
• 15+ years of experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, with at least 5 years in senior leadership roles within a CDMO or API manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated expertise in GMP-compliant API operations (small or large molecule).
• Strong track record in site leadership, including cross-functional team management and operational scaling.
• Proven experience managing regulatory inspections and client audits.
• P&L ownership experience is essential.