Unterschleissheim Investments Program Head

The position carries overall responsibility for the end-to-end (i.e. from design till regulatory approvals) execution on-schedule, within budget of the Unterschleissheim investments program, totalizing more than $500m across the LRCP (Long Range Capital Plan), and including the MUSE project, the IID fast track project and all existing facility remediation projects. **Key job responsibilities**: **Program Oversight**: - Oversee the entire lifecycle of capital projects within the program, from inception to completion - Ensure alignment with organizational goals and strategic vision - Manage program and projects budgets, including cost estimates, funding allocations, and financial reporting - Monitor program and projects progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies - A preliminary list of projects rolling into the overall E2E oversight is as follows: - One major engineering project (budget >$400m) - One Fast track project - Several Existing site remediation projects - 24 products tech transfer with associated analytical methods and process improvements - Transfer of 4 existing packaging lines, with technical upgrades, from existing facility, into the new facility - Implementation of all digital platforms required to run manufacturing in the new facility - Readiness for all health authorities’ inspections considering the site will supply product worldwide - Readiness for production of PPQ and commercial batches, - Implementation of all continuous improvement standards Through detailed planning work, the incumbent will likely identify further projects to timely carry out in order to support the timely investments program execution. **Financial Management**: - Develop and manage program and projects budgets, ensuring fiscal responsibility and accountability - Collaborate with finance teams to allocate funds appropriately - Track expenses, analyze cost data, and make informed decisions to optimize resource utilization **Stakeholder Coordination**: - Work closely with key stakeholders, including local site team, corporate engineering and quality teams, procurement, regulatory, health and safety, and contractors - Facilitate communication and collaboration among program and projects teams - Ensure timely approvals, permits, and regulatory compliance **Risk Management**: - Identify potential risks and develop contingency plans - Mitigate program and projects-related challenges to minimize disruptions - Monitor program and projects performance metrics and adjust strategies as needed **Quality Assurance**: - Uphold quality standards throughout program and projects execution - Ensure adherence to design specifications, safety protocols, and industry best practices - Conduct regular inspections and quality checks **Timely Delivery**: - Maintain program and project schedules and deadlines - Coordinate activities to prevent delays - Address any bottlenecks promptly **Reporting and Documentation**: - Prepare regular progress reports for senior management - Document program and projects milestones, decisions, and lessons learned - Maintain accurate records for audits and future reference **Team Management**: - Build and manage a high-performing manufacturing team, including recruiting, training, and developing personnel - Foster a culture of teamwork, collaboration, and employee engagement within the manufacturing department - Conduct regular performance evaluations, provide feedback, and implement strategies to address performance gaps - Promote a safe working environment and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations **Continuous Improvement and Innovation**: - Drive continuous improvement initiatives, lean manufacturing practices, and innovative solutions to optimize manufacturing processes - Lead or participate in cross-functional teams to implement process improvements or introduce new manufacturing technologies **Qualifications, Skills and Experience** **Qualification** - Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or a related field **Key Skills** - Pharmaceutical process knowledge - GMP and regulatory awareness - Strong Analytical and decision-making skills - Proven experience in capital project management and plant start-up (Programs> $250m) - Proficiency in project management software and tools - Excellent leadership, team management, change management, interpersonal, collaboration, negotiation, and project management skills - Exemplary people/team leadership experience, including leading and motivating large teams - Demonstrated ability to motivate an organization around a common vision and deliver expected results - Experience and ability to present to senior executives of the company **Experience** - Minimum 15 years in the pharmaceutical industry, in functional areas such as Operations, Quality, Technical Operations, Technology, Engineering (Chemical, Industrial, and/or Process), Production Planning, or Maintenance - Minimum 10