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Senior Consultant | Quality & Tech Ops | Pharma & Biotech
Job Title: Head of Biologics Manufacturing
Location: Hesse
Reports to: SVP of Manufacturing
Department: Manufacturing / Operations
Job Type: Full-Time
Position Overview:
Our client is seeking a seasoned and strategic leader for the role of Head of Biologics Manufacturing. This individual will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of biologics manufacturing operations, ensuring the delivery of high-quality biopharmaceutical products in compliance with global regulatory standards. The successful candidate will bring extensive experience in biologics production, strong leadership skills, and a track record of operational excellence in GMP environments.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead end-to-end biologics manufacturing operations, including upstream, downstream, and fill/finish processes.
* Develop and execute manufacturing strategies aligned with organizational goals and product pipeline milestones.
* Ensure adherence to quality, regulatory, safety, and compliance standards (e.g., FDA, EMA, ICH, cGMP).
* Manage and mentor a multidisciplinary manufacturing team, promoting a high-performance and quality-focused culture.
* Oversee tech transfer, scale-up, and validation activities for new products and processes.
* Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders across Quality, Regulatory, Process Development, Engineering, and Supply Chain.
* Provide leadership during regulatory inspections, audits, and partner due diligence activities.
* Drive operational improvements through continuous improvement initiatives and adoption of innovative technologies.
* Manage budgets, capacity planning, and manufacturing KPIs to support clinical and commercial demands.
Candidate Profile:
* Bachelor’s degree in Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field; advanced degree (MSc, PhD, or MBA) preferred.
* Minimum of 7 years of experience in biologics manufacturing, with at least 3 years in senior leadership roles.
* Proven expertise in GMP biologics production, including experience with technologies such as single-use systems, perfusion, chromatography, and aseptic fill/finish.
* Demonstrated success in leading teams, scaling operations, and supporting tech transfer/commercialization activities.
* Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements and experience managing inspections and audits.
* Excellent interpersonal, leadership, and decision-making skills.
* Experience with digital manufacturing systems and continuous improvement methodologies is an advantage.
* Fluency in both German & English.
Why This Role:
* High-impact leadership role within a dynamic and growing biopharmaceutical organization.
* Opportunity to shape and scale biologics manufacturing capabilities to support a robust pipeline.
* Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
Email applicants: Jake.tookey@discoverinternational.com
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management, Manufacturing, and Production
Industries
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Biotechnology Research, and Chemical Manufacturing
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