Associate Director, Technology Transfer Execution

SIRE LIFE SCIENCES; Boxmeer; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

SIRE LIFE SCIENCES is seeking an Associate Director, Technology Transfer Execution to lead Small Molecule technology transfer programs across global manufacturing sites. You will guide planning, execution, and delivery in compliance with GMP and regulatory standards while coordinating with Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory Affairs, Supply Chain, and CMOs.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a technical field, 10+ years in technology transfer or related operations in pharma, strong project

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, or related field.
• 10+ years of technology transfer, development, or manufacturing ops in pharma.
• Strong knowledge of GMP and EU/FDA regulatory requirements.
• Experience with technology transfer, process validation, qualification, change control, and deviations.
• Excellent English communication, negotiation, and influencing skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate multiple Small Molecule technology transfer projects across manufacturing sites.
• Manage project timelines, milestones, risks, deliverables, and governance.
• Coordinate donor and receiving sites and align stakeholders.
• Cross-functionally work with Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory, Supply Chain, and Technical teams.
• Support GMP compliance, process validation, qualification, change controls, deviations, and regulatory documentation.
• Travel internationally approximately 10–20% of the time.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

English communication

Negotiation

Influencing skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, or related field

Tools

MS Project

Microsoft Office

SAP

Job description

Company

Our client is a leading global pharmaceutical organization focused on innovation, scientific excellence, and the reliable delivery of high-quality medicines. The organization operates across international manufacturing sites and maintains strong standards for GMP, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence.

Role Description

As an Associate Director, Technology Transfer Execution, you are responsible for leading Small Molecule technology transfer projects across global manufacturing sites, managing transfer execution from planning through completion while ensuring projects are delivered on time, in compliance with GMP and regulatory requirements, and to the required quality standards. You will work closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory Affairs, Supply Chain, Technical teams, CMOs, and global stakeholders to ensure successful project execution and alignment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate multiple Small Molecule technology transfer projects across manufacturing sites.
• Manage project timelines, milestones, risks, deliverables, and governance.
• Coordinate activities between donor and receiving sites and ensure effective stakeholder alignment.
• Work cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory, Supply Chain, and Technical teams.
• Support GMP compliance, process validation, qualification, change controls, deviations, and regulatory documentation.
• Act as a key contact for manufacturing sites, global stakeholders, and CMOs.
• Provide guidance, coaching, and problem-solving support to transfer teams.
• Drive continuous improvement of technology transfer processes and best practices.
• Communicate project progress, risks, and challenges to senior stakeholders.
• Travel internationally approximately 10–20% of the time.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, or a related technical/scientific field.
• 10+ years of experience in Technology Transfer, Product Development, Manufacturing Operations, or Technical Operations within pharmaceuticals.
• Strong experience with Small Molecule pharmaceutical products and manufacturing processes.
• Strong knowledge of GMP and EU/FDA regulatory requirements.
• Experience with technology transfer, process validation, qualification, change control, and deviation management.
• Strong project management and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience working in global, cross-functional, and matrix environments.
• Excellent English communication, negotiation, and influencing skills.
• Proficiency with MS Project and Microsoft Office; SAP knowledge is an advantage.
• Willingness to travel internationally 10–20%.