At STADA, we are dedicated to safeguarding people's health as a trusted partner. Our mission is to improve the well-being of individuals worldwide by offering a wide range of therapeutic options.
Around 11,700 employees live our values of Integrity, Entrepreneurship, Agility, and One STADA. Together, we are on an exciting growth journey, shaping the future of our organization.
We are seeking an experienced leader to oversee and advance global programs focusing on industrial hygiene, hazardous materials management, and business continuity. This strategic role drives compliance, process safety, and emergency preparedness across all international sites to ensure sustainable and resilient operations within the pharmaceutical industry.
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.
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.
* Strong project management and leadership skills across hierarchies and countries.
* Recognized HSE certifications (e.g., FaSi, OSHA) are a significant advantage as well as knowledge of ISO 45001 and 14001 standards.
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.