Management|Permanent|Full-time|Hybrid
Our people in Manufacturing & Global Operations share two priorities: getting things done and making things better. If you’re a dynamic person with a positive mindset, you’ll fit in well here. It’s an international team with a powerful spirit of collaboration. Together, we make sure our products meet the highest standards of quality by constantly searching for ways to improve at every stage of our value chain – from the raw materials we buy through to the logistics network that brings our medicines to patients. Join our team and help us make an even bigger contribution to Grünenthal’s future.
What the Job Looks Like
* Leading and managing a global organization for Analytical & Manufacturing Sciences with teams in Germany and Latin America
* Steering activities related to Drug Product Development, Analytical Development, scale-up, industrialization, transfer to commercial manufacturing, and troubleshooting (e.g., investigation and elucidation of impurities and degradation products)
* Building and continuously improving scientific expertise and the technology portfolio through appropriate staffing, training, and adaptation of in‑house infrastructure (equipment and technologies)
* Establishing and maintaining effective interfaces and cooperation with relevant functions such as QA, Project Management, Manufacturing Sites, R&D, Business Development, and IT to ensure and continuously improve efficiency, operational excellence, and effectiveness
* Managing multi‑project and resource planning, including budgeting and budget tracking
* Assuming responsibility for continuous people development through personal development plans, coaching, team building, and development initiatives
What You’ll Bring to the Table
* A university degree in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or an equivalent field; PhD preferred
* Profound experience (5+ years) in relevant functions such as Manufacturing Science & Technology, Formulation and/or Analytical Development, and Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
* Proven in‑depth knowledge and background in the pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical industry, with a strong track record in product and process improvements
* Significant experience in leading global and complex organizations
* An enthusiastic leadership style with strong influencing and communication skills to interact effectively across functional, geographic, and cultural boundaries
* A dynamic personality with high levels of agility, creativity, enthusiasm, and commitment
* Fluency in Business English; German and Spanish language skills are a plus
* Ability and willingness to travel
* Location: Aachen, Germany or Santiago, Chile
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“We are an international, highly motivated and skilled team to work with, always thriving to reach the best for our patients and our company - to create a world free of pain. If you want to be part of this, let me know and join us in an exciting senior position with high visibility and importance.”
Martin Lück, the Hiring Manager
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