This is a strategic global leadership role at Orise, ideal for a seasoned consulting executive skilled in building, transforming, and scaling organizations. As Director Consulting (m/f/d), you will re‑establish Orise's global consulting chapter — defining its strategy, building a high‑performing international team, and driving the execution needed to translate vision into measurable results.
You will serve as a key strategic partner to the BU VP, combining consulting leadership, operational excellence, and business development across the global Pharma & Biotech ecosystem.
Your responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Global Business Building
* Establish and lead a global consulting organization, including operating model, structure, and long term roadmap.
* Rebuild the consulting portfolio, shaping high value offerings that strengthen Orise's global market position.
* Drive global transformation initiatives that enable scalable, efficient, and repeatable consulting delivery.
Operational Excellence & Execution
* Translate global divisional strategy into clear operational frameworks to support sustainable growth.
* Drive performance through KPIs, productivity initiatives, and continuous process optimization.
* Ensure project management excellence across complex, multinational projects with effective resource allocation.
* Secure optimal utilization levels and implement consistent operational standards worldwide.
Business Performance & Financial Stewardship
* Own operational results, including revenue growth, profitability, margin optimization, and delivery efficiency.
* Partner with the BU VP to set strategy, financial milestones, budgets, and performance targets.
* Identify and implement opportunities for global scaling through improved processes, automation, and new service models
Business Development & Stakeholder Engagement
* Drive sales and business development in close collaboration with the Global Sales Director.
* Build trusted relationships with global clients, partners, and key internal stakeholders.
* Act as a strategic advisor on complex transformation and optimization initiatives across the global Pharma & Biotech value chain.
People Leadership & Culture Building
* Build and develop a global consulting team, fostering a culture of performance, accountability, and customer focus.
* Inspire teams through strong leadership presence, clarity, and long term vision.
* Lead change initiatives that promote agility, collaboration, and operational discipline across regions.
Your profile
* Sound senior leadership experience within consulting industry (preferably over 10 years of experience), ideally with significant exposure to the Pharma & Biotech industry, and a strong track record of building and scaling global teams or business units.
* Deep expertise in operations management, strategic planning, project management, and change management.
* Demonstrated success leading complex, global transformation programs.
* Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire, influence, and align diverse international teams.
* Strong business acumen with experience driving P&L performance.
* Proven track record in business development and client relationship management.
* International experience and strong intercultural competence.
* Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder‑management skills.
* Fluent in Business English.
* Willingness to travel (approx. 25%).
Your benefits
* Interesting and varied field of work
* Flexible working hours and fair compensation package
* A basis of trust and mututal respect among our colleagues
* An attractive workplace in a friendly, pleasant atmosphere
* Onboarding for newcomers and individual training opportunities
* Free beverages and many other employee benefits
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Orise GmbH
Headquarters / HR Department
Am Herrschaftsweiher 25
67071 Ludwigshafen
Germany