Head- Technical Pharmaceutical Operations

Michael Page; Mumbai; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 5,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a candidate for a high-impact global leadership role in technical operations within a pharmaceutical MNC based in Mumbai, India. The role involves strategic management of lifecycle operations, regulatory compliance, and cross-functional collaboration. Ideal candidates will have over 20 years of experience in pharmaceutical technical operations with a strong understanding of regulatory standards across global markets. This position offers significant visibility and influence within the organization.

Qualifications

• 20+ years of global experience in Pharmaceutical Technical Operations.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and influence teams in a multi-region environment.
• Grounding in global regulatory expectations (e.g., US, UK, EU).

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for technical operations.
• Ensure GMP compliance, regulatory readiness, and supply continuity.
• Lead and develop technical teams and external manufacturing partners.

Skills

Leadership

Global Pharmaceutical Operations

Technical Expertise

Regulatory Compliance

Stakeholder Management

Job description

• Opportunity to join a Pharma MNC
• Leadership role

About Our Client

Our client is a large pharmaceutical MNC.

Job Description

The key responsibilities include:

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for end‑to‑end technical operations, including lifecycle management, post‑approval changes, and technology transfers across the manufacturing network.
• Ensure continued GMP compliance, regulatory readiness, process robustness, and supply continuity for a diverse, commercial product portfolio distributed across global markets.
• Lead and develop technical teams, manage and govern external manufacturing partners, and collaborate cross‑functionally to drive execution and resolve complex challenges.

The Successful Applicant

The successful candidate should have:

• 20+ years of global experience in Pharmaceutical Technical Operations, MS&T, and Technology Transfer.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and influence internal & external teams in a multi‑region environment.
• Broad exposure to commercial dosage forms such as OSD, OLD, injectables, and large molecules.
• Strong grounding in global regulatory expectations (e.g., US, UK, EU).
• Commercially astute, execution‑focused leader.

What's on Offer

This is a high‑impact global leadership role with end‑to‑end ownership of technical operations, lifecycle management, and technology transfer for a commercial pharmaceutical portfolio. The role offers strong C‑suite visibility, meaningful influence over manufacturing networks, and the opportunity to drive strategic and operational outcomes in a complex, global environment.