Operations Director (Pharmaceutical)

Pharma Point; Pordenone; In loco; EUR 100.000 - 150.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading international pharmaceutical company in Italy is seeking an experienced Operations Director to oversee operations across multiple manufacturing sites. The ideal candidate will have a degree in scientific or engineering disciplines, a strong strategic mindset, and proven experience in managing complex operations. Responsibilities include supervising production, ensuring compliance with GMP standards, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Frequent travel across national and international sites is required.

Competenze

• Proven experience in Operations or Plant Management roles within the pharmaceutical or GMP-regulated industry.
• Ability to manage complex, multi-site organizations.
• Experience in driving continuous improvement and digital transformation.

Mansioni

• Define and implement industrial and operational strategy across manufacturing sites.
• Supervise production, maintenance, and supply chain activities.
• Lead Plant Managers and site leadership teams.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, quality, and safety standards.

Conoscenze

Strategic mindset

Leadership

Communication skills

Fluency in English

Formazione

Degree in scientific or engineering disciplines

Descrizione del lavoro

OPERATIONS DIRECTOR – MULTI-SITE PHARMACEUTICAL MANUFACTURING

📍 Italy & Abroad | Pharmaceutical Industry

Pharma Point is currently seeking an Operations Director for a leading international pharmaceutical company, undergoing an important phase of industrial growth and transformation.

Reporting directly to the General Management, the selected professional will be responsible for overseeing operations across multiple manufacturing sites in Italy and abroad, ensuring efficiency, compliance with GMP standards, and alignment with the company’s strategic objectives.

Main responsibilities

• Define and implement the overall industrial and operational strategy across all manufacturing sites;
• Supervise production, maintenance, and supply chain activities, ensuring performance, quality, and business continuity;
• Lead and coordinate Plant Managers and site leadership teams, fostering integration and cross-site collaboration;
• Drive continuous improvement, digital transformation, and investment projects to support industrial excellence;
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory, quality, and safety standards (GMP, HSE).

Ideal profile

• Degree in scientific or engineering disciplines (CTF, Chemistry, Engineering or equivalent);
• Proven experience in Operations or Plant Management roles within the pharmaceutical or GMP-regulated industry;
• Strong strategic mindset, structured leadership, and the ability to manage complex, multi-site organizations;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with fluency in English (Italian and / or other European languages are a plus).

Location: Italy, with frequent travel across national and international manufacturing sites.