Project Director (M/W/D)

Major Accountabilities:

• Direct and manage Production, HSE (Safety), Engineering, Supply Chain and Manufacturing Science & Technology activities.
• Lead the site leadership team comprised of department heads from each function, monitoring team performance to company goals and objectives through use of established metrics, driving cross-site collaboration within their respective functions.
• Ensure the site, people, operations, and processes are compliant with cGMP, safety rules and other applicable regulations
• Coordinate site activities through planning to ensure the overall manufacturing objectives are accomplished in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Collaborate with other Site Heads to determine processes and procedures, which can be used across sites and where variances are needed to meet the unique needs of the site.
• Develop and communicate the site strategic plan to achieve company short-term and long-term objectives.
• Provide leadership to site employees including appropriate direction, mentoring and development opportunities. Maintain a positive work environment that supports positive team relations and teamwork.
• Plan and lead site meetings to ensure compliance with site policies, safety regulations, procedures, and processes. Also ensures compliance with company policies and provides a forum for questions and discussion about impact to the site of company initiatives.
• Investment projects and project management from construction to product launch.

Obligatory requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering, chemistry, pharmacy, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum 10 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, with at least 5 years in leadership roles, including experience with sterile manufacturing operations or relevant experience as site head or large scale PU.
• Experience as a Project Director / extensive project management background, especially in capital project execution.
• Strong strategic thinking with an enterprise focus.
• Excellent collaboration skills with experience working in a matrix organisation and solid communication skills.
• In-depth knowledge of cGMP regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and inspire a large organization to achieve shared objectives.
• Fluent English and German, written and spoken.

Desirable requirements:

• Experience with Health Authorities and inspections is highly desirable.

You’ll receive:

Competitive salary, Annual bonus, Flexible working schedule, tailored to your needs, possibility to work from home, Pension scheme, Employee Recognition Scheme, Expanded program for the promotion of health in the field of physical, mental and social well-being (Wellbeing), employment at Top SI Employer, Unlimited learning and development opportunities.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:

Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams' representative of the patients and communities we serve.

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