Global Head of Product Lifecycle & Launch Excellence

Roche; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 317,000 - 463,000; Full time

Job summary

Roche is seeking a Global Head of Product Lifecycle & Launch Architecture - Diagnostic in the Global Supply Chain division. This strategic role drives cross-functional alignment across R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, Commercial and Regulatory to optimize end-to-end supply chain and launch readiness.

You will lead Lean design initiatives, establish global standards and governance, and devote 60–80% of your time to multi-year PLC planning to challenge the status quo and introduce new technologies.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Life Science, Engineering, Pharmacy, or related field; Ph.D. or MBA highly preferred
• 10+ years of leadership experience in pharmaceutical/regulated industry
• Hands-on experience across Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Procurement, and Quality & Regulatory environments

Responsibilities

• Drive Lean design and cost-saving initiatives to enable pilot-to-commercial scaling
• Enforce global design standards and regulatory compliance for launches
• Dedicate 60-80% of time to multi-year strategic PLC planning and introduction of new technologies
• Lead and co-own Global Supply Chain strategy with governance and product requirements
• Oversee large-scale end-to-end supply chain integrations and new product commercialization

Job description

Roche is seeking a Global Head of Product Lifecycle & Launch Architecture - Diagnostic in the Global Supply Chain division. This strategic role drives cross-functional alignment across R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, Commercial and Regulatory to optimize end-to-end supply chain and launch readiness.

You will lead Lean design initiatives, establish global standards and governance, and devote 60–80% of your time to multi-year PLC planning to challenge the status quo and introduce new technologies.