Duales Studium Fachrichtung Wirtschaftsinformatik – Application Management 2025 (m / w / d)

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The Position

We advance science so that we all have more time with the people we love.

Who We Are

Doing now what patients need next. A pioneer in the development of Blood Glucose Monitoring (BGM), Near Patient Care (NPC), is committed to helping people with diabetes worldwide think less about their daily routine and more about relief, day and night. We offer a broad portfolio of solutions for both people with diabetes and their healthcare professionals. Our aim is to provide innovative products, services, and comprehensive solutions for convenient, efficient, and effective diabetes management.

We are strongly committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We strive to build teams that represent a range of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. Embracing diversity enables us to create a great place to work and to innovate for patients.

The Opportunity

Our recently established Customer Area Near Patient Care within Roche Diagnostics Solutions combines our expertise in Point-of-Care and Diabetes Care portfolios. Our goal is to enable accurate diagnoses across healthcare settings—from home, pharmacy, and doctor's office to emergency rooms and hospitals—to support a sustainable healthcare system.

In Near Patient Care, we are responsible for manufacturing continuous glucose monitoring (CGM), blood glucose monitoring (BGM), insulin delivery systems (IDS), and Point-of-Care (POC) products. Our device portfolio creates more independence, confidence, and safety for patients through advanced technology. Together, we want to do now what patients need next!

The Role

The Head of Manufacturing Science and Technology (MSAT) (d/f/m) is end-to-end accountable for the on-time, in-full, and cost-effective implementation of all projects related to products, manufacturing processes, and assets in NPC Operations Mannheim & Indianapolis. The role also involves developing and implementing a long-term manufacturing technology strategy.

Your Key Responsibilities

Leadership and People Management

• Lead a global team of 200 engineers and scientists across Mannheim, Indianapolis, and Rotkreuz.
• Manage strategic workforce development and skill enhancement.
• Develop and implement a Manufacturing Technology Strategy aligned with Global Operations Strategy for current and future projects.
• Formulate, align, and execute a global long-term Asset Strategy and Implementation Masterplan, including maintenance concepts for all manufacturing areas.
• Strategically develop a high-performing organization capable of mastering future manufacturing technologies to maximize value for patients and Roche.
• Build an ecosystem with Roche internal capabilities and external partners to achieve long-term strategic goals.

Project Management

• Manage a complex multi-project environment (Design Transfer, Product Care, Manufacturing Technology, Assets) in collaboration with global and local teams.
• Plan and execute R&D project deliverables with cross-functional teams.

Supplier and Process Improvement

• Responsible for strategic supplier development with Global Procurement.
• Manage technical suppliers for components and assembly.
• Drive process and product improvements to enhance cost, supply, quality, and compliance.
• Oversee process validation for equipment and processes.
• Manage outsourcing, insourcing, and transfer of intermediates and finished goods.

Who You Are

We seek a passionate and decisive VACC People Leader with energy, passion, courage, vision, and drive to be at the forefront of the industry, delivering benefits for patients, our people, and our business.

Moreover, you bring

• Over 10 years of experience in Healthcare, Food, or related industries, with more than 8 years in people management, leading other leaders.
• At least 4 years of relevant Engineering or Project/Portfolio Management experience in a regulated industry or cGMP environment. PMP certification is a plus.
• Proven ability to build trustful, effective relationships in complex, international environments.
• Strategic thinking skills to translate strategies into actionable plans.
• Strong background in international supplier and partner management, ensuring seamless collaboration and supply chain optimization.
• Deep knowledge of investment project assessment, including financial and risk management, with a focus on continuous improvement and cost reduction.
• Extensive expertise in startup and validation of manufacturing equipment, utility, and process systems, along with documentation and testing requirements.
• Understanding of processes, equipment, automation, validation, and technical aspects.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to influence stakeholders at all levels.

Locations

Mannheim. The position requires approximately 30% travel, primarily to Indianapolis and external partners.

Your Application

Please submit only your CV. No additional documents are required at this time.

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Our Mission

A healthier future drives us to innovate. Over 100,000 employees worldwide are dedicated to advancing science and ensuring access to healthcare. Our efforts have treated over 26 million people and conducted more than 30 billion tests. We foster creativity, diversity, and high ambitions to deliver life-changing healthcare solutions.

Join Us

Let's build a healthier future together. Roche values innovation, curiosity, and diversity, viewing our variety as a strength. With 40 years in diabetes care, Roche Diabetes Care is a market leader shaping the future of diabetes management. Digitization is key to our work.

Roche is an Equal Opportunity Employer.