Director Scientific & Technical Expertise – Analytical Services Pharma Cmc

We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories around the world.

GLOBAL SCIENTIFIC & TECHNICAL CAPABILITY EXCELLENCE

• This is a Global Expert position overseeing the analytical service portfolio globally (including chemistry, microbiology, protein characterization, biosafety, and bioanalysis – for both pharmaceutical small and large molecules) to ensure that analytical capabilities are adequate to support the Business strategy
• Provide scientific and technical guidance to Local, Regional and Global Teams to ensure that analytical capabilities are adequate across SGS Health Science operations to support the Business strategy – including:
  • Replication and harmonization of analytical capabilities
  • Implementation of new analytical methods
  • CAPEX proposals
• As a member of the Health Science Management Team, contribute to the strategy and business development plan for the Business Unit by – identifying and assessing new business opportunities (including innovative services, new segments, new customers, M&A targets)
• Provide end-to-end scientific and technical support for M&A activities in the analytical service industry (target identification, assessment, due diligence)
• Actively monitor market trends and keep abreast of scientific, technological and competitive developments to translate them into the business strategy and concrete business opportunities
• Strengthen SGS visibility and position by participating in industry working groups and conferences

TECHNICAL SUPPORT TO SALES & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

• Coordinate technical exchanges and analytical capability transfers across the global Health Science Network to maximize cross-sales and promote continuous analytical capability development.
• Provide scientific and technical guidance to Local, Regional and Global Teams to assist Marketing, Sales and Business Development activities – specifically to promote SGS brand awareness and sale of analytical services.

Specific responsibilities:

• Provide expert guidance to internal (SGS Management, Health Science Network) and external stakeholders (Customers, Health Authorities) on all aspects of Health Science Analytical Testing services
• Provide scientific and technical support to Local, Regional and Global Teams to assist in:
  • Evaluation of market and client needs
  • Preparation of Business Case/CAPEX and subsequent implementation (method transfer/replication, validation/harmonization)
  • Key client requests and/or complex projects
  • Content development for Sales & Marketing activities (presentations, brochures, articles and scientific publications)
• Deliver customer presentations and consultations when required
• In collaboration with Global Quality Management, promote Quality Culture and Quality of operational service execution
• At all times, adopt a safe behavior by exercising due regard for the health and safety of SGS employees and clients, in line with SGS policies and procedures
• At all times, comply with SGS Code of Integrity and Professional Conduct

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in the Analytical Testing and/or Contract Research services to the (bio-)pharmaceutical industry
• Solid understanding of CMC Drug Development (in Analytical Development, Quality Assurance/Quality Control, Manufacturing)
• Scientific background (PhD or equivalent level) in a discipline relevant for the Health Science business segment (pharmaceutical sciences, biotechnology, biochemistry, biology, chemistry, etc.)
• Additional degree in business is an asset
• In-depth experience of Pharma GMP environment, drug development and CMC regulatory requirements
• Ability to drive technical sales and new service development
• Existing relationships with industry customers an asset
• A self-starter able to mobilize and inspire teams with a ‘can-do’ attitude
• Experience in project-oriented, multidisciplinary and multicultural environments
• Fluent in English (written and verbal) – other language(s) would be an asset

Required skills:

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

• Excellent communication skills and ability to explain complex topics effectively at all levels of the organization (especially Senior Leadership, Authority Officials, Key Opinion Leaders)

INNOVATION & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT SKILLS

• Ability to think strategically and translate scientific and technological developments into business opportunities and new service innovations

LEADERSHIP SKILLS

• Outstanding ability to foster collaboration and work effectively with multidisciplinary and multicultural teams
• Hands-on, open-minded, and proactive team player
• Ability to work under pressure

Flexibility to travel internationally (20%) is required