Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced leader to oversee and advance global programs focusing on industrial hygiene, hazardous materials management, and business continuity.
Main Responsibilities:
* Lead global HSE governance, process and plant safety, compliance, and hazardous substances management across all international sites.
* Manage and advance the Business Continuity Management (BCM) program, ensuring strategic emergency preparedness and integration with KRITIS requirements.
* Act as primary HSE liaison for insurance matters and authorities, optimizing risk and cost through targeted action plans.
* Develop, maintain, and audit global standards for hazardous substances handling, storage, disposal, and industrial hygiene.
* Provide global leadership in process and plant safety, including ATEX safety guidelines and ongoing compliance audits.
* Oversee global HSE audits, standardizing processes, managing findings, and addressing systemic risks.
* Guide and evaluate major global HSE projects to ensure strategic alignment and resource allocation.
* Lead and support site and regional HSE managers worldwide with clear objectives and dotted-line leadership.
* Drive development and global rollout of the STADA HSE program aligned with corporate goals and site-specific needs.
* Foster internal networks and global exchange formats to strengthen HSE culture and continuous improvement.
Requirements:
* Degree in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Occupational Safety, or a related field; advanced degree is a plus.
* Minimum 10 years of experience in comparable leadership roles, preferably in the pharmaceutical or chemical industry.
* Demonstrated leadership in hazardous material management, working together with authorities and leading audits.
* Recognized HSE certifications (e.g., FaSi, OSHA) are a significant advantage as well as knowledge of ISO 45001 and 14001 standards.
* Experience in improving and managing BCM would be beneficial.
* Fluent in English, German would be desirable but is not a must.
What We Offer:
* An open corporate culture with fast decision-making processes and a lot of potential for your personal development.
* Individual development and training opportunities.
* Flexible working hours and mobile working up to 2 days per week (depending on the job profile).
* Job ticket for the RMV region and Job Bike.
* Childcare allowance.
* Health-promoting offers such as Wellpass or the STADA Gym (free of charge).
* Numerous additional benefits such as group accident insurance or supplementary pension scheme.