External Supply MSAT Lead

Company Overview

We manufacture and supply reliable, high-quality medicines and vaccines to meet patients’ needs and drive our performance. Our network of 20+ contract manufacturing sites delivered 180 million packs of medicines and 4.5 billion units in 2024 to help make a positive impact on the health of millions of people. Our supply chain is not just core to our operations; it’s vital to bringing our innovations to patients as quickly, efficiently, and effectively as possible. Technology is transforming how we manufacture medicines and vaccines, enabling us to increase the speed, quality, and scale of product supply. We need the very best minds and capability to help us on our journey to make more complex products, harnessing the power of smart manufacturing technologies including robotics, digital solutions, and artificial intelligence to deliver for patients.

Job Summary

This role is an exciting opportunity to lead technical and operational excellence in external supply manufacturing. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality production, drive process improvements, and support regulatory compliance. We value candidates who are proactive, solutions-focused, and passionate about building capabilities in others.

Responsibilities

• Lead and drive projects for new product introduction and line extensions.
• Provide technical leadership to external manufacturing partners, ensuring consistent product quality and compliance.
• Drive process improvements and resolve technical challenges to enhance efficiency and reliability.
• Support technology transfers, process validations, and troubleshooting activities.
• Collaborate with internal and external teams to ensure alignment with regulatory and quality standards.
• Lead investigations into deviations and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Build technical capabilities within the team and external partners through coaching and training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Pharmacy, Chemistry, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in manufacturing, science, and technology (MSAT) or technical operations.
• Strong knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and regulatory requirements.
• Proven ability to solve complex technical problems using root cause analysis tools.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred Skills

• Advanced degree in Engineering, Pharmacy, Chemistry, or a related field.
• Experience in external supply manufacturing or working with contract manufacturing organizations (CMOs).
• Knowledge of process validation, technology transfer, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams in a matrix environment.
• Familiarity with data analytics and digital tools to support decision-making.

Experience

Minimum of 8 years of experience in Manufacturing Science and Technology (MSAT) or technical operations is required.

Educational Background

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Engineering, Pharmacy, Chemistry, or related fields

Environment

The typical work setting is a technical, collaborative environment that involves interaction with both internal and external teams.

Salary

Salary details are not specified.

Growth Opportunities

Potential career advancement opportunities within the company are not specified.

Benefits

Details regarding offered benefits are not specified.