Global Head of External Manufacturing & CDMO Partnerships

Ladders; New York (NY); In loco; USD 270.000 - 290.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Equity offering as part of the package

Annual target bonuses

Comprehensive benefits program

Descrizione del lavoro

Ladders represents a client in Pharmaceuticals & Biotech seeking a Senior Director, External Manufacturing to own the external manufacturing strategy and governance for a portfolio of clinical and commercial programs. The role focuses on CDMO governance, readiness, and reliable supply across a global network, partnering with Quality, Technical Operations, Regulatory, and cross-functional teams.

Location: New York, NY—US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, biochemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, or related field; advanced degree or MBA preferred.
• 15+ years of pharmaceutical/biotechnology manufacturing experience, including outsourcing and global partnerships.
• Deep experience in small molecule API and oral solid dose manufacturing.
• Experience with biologics and sterile drug products preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to manage international CDMOs across multiple regions and time zones.

Mansioni

• Own relationships with CDMOs, including governance, performance management, and regular business reviews.
• Oversee external drug manufacturing operations for clinical and commercial programs.
• Lead selection and integration of manufacturing partners in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Ensure effective technology transfer and validation processes with technical leads.
• Drive CDMO performance and manufacturing readiness across the network.
• Collaborate with Quality teams to maintain compliance with cGMP standards.
• Monitor and resolve operational risks related to production plans and schedules.
• Support regulatory filings and ensure manufacturing partner readiness.

Conoscenze

Leadership

Global partnerships

CDMO governance

Manufacturing strategy

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in chemistry/chemical engineering/biochemistry/pharmaceutical sciences

MBA or advanced degree preferred

Descrizione del lavoro

Ladders represents a client in Pharmaceuticals & Biotech seeking a Senior Director, External Manufacturing to own the external manufacturing strategy and governance for a portfolio of clinical and commercial programs. The role focuses on CDMO governance, readiness, and reliable supply across a global network, partnering with Quality, Technical Operations, Regulatory, and cross-functional teams.

Location: New York, NY—US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available.