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General Manager, External Operations Europe

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Biogen

1mo ago

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    Full-time
    Expert Level
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AI generated summary

  • You need a Master's/Ph.D. in a relevant field, 12+ years in biotech cGMP, supplier management experience, strong negotiation and project leadership skills, and technical proficiency in small molecule development.
  • You will manage external manufacturing operations, ensure supplier performance, drive continuous improvements, lead teams, and maintain regulatory compliance while overseeing significant budgets.

Requirements

  • Education: Masters or Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Chemical or Bioprocess Engineering, Biology, or closely allied discipline.
  • Minimum 12 years of experience in biotech/pharmaceutical cGMP manufacturing industry.
  • Experience with supplier relationship management.
  • Demonstrated project leadership skills and ability to develop effective working processes and relationships with internal/external partners and cross-functional project teams.
  • Strong negotiation skills.
  • Strong technical proficiency within small molecule development and manufacturing is a must. Experience across modalities required.
  • Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed.

Responsibilities

  • You will oversee technical and business operations at designated external manufacturing sites, serving as the primary point of accountability for strategic and tactical activities and be responsible for driving strategic initiatives for business growth and operational excellence.
  • Responsible for up to 15 CDMO sites and up to $300m in spend, you will ensure supplier performance meets quality, cost, and delivery specifications, and be responsible for establishing and adhering to external manufacturing budget for designated sites.
  • This role includes driving continuous improvements in efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness across manufacturing processes.
  • You will establish and maintain strong partnerships with external partners to foster effective collaboration and long-term success.
  • Leading cross-functional teams, you will address complex manufacturing issues and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • You will be responsible for CDMO site selection, contract negotiation, and aligning manufacturing strategies with internal stakeholders.
  • Your leadership will also involve liaising with governmental agencies as needed to uphold operational standards.
  • Collaboration with the cross-functional stakeholders will be key in facilitating technology transfers and validations.
  • You will lead a small team of direct reports.
  • Advocate for and represent a team of External Site Leads in global leadership teams and present high-level project risks, milestones, and stage gates to senior leadership.
  • Collaborate globally with directors and managers of other line functions to ensure delivery of process transfers to the timelines required by the Asset Development Program Management Teams.
  • Identify, define, and lead optimization projects resulting in improved (simplified, more robust, or clearer) business processes for external manufacturing technical operations.
  • Directs the implementation of the agreed-upon solutions and is accountable for the effectiveness of new process(es).
  • Cultivate continuous improvement environment within tech transfer teams at both internal and external sites.
  • Understand and respond to global supplier cluster business priorities and translate these into tactical objectives.
  • Ensures technical alignment of all functions within external manufacturing and PO&T for responsible Supplier cluster.
  • Manage budget, staffing, and performance management duties for the team.
  • Provide technical direction, leadership, and development to people leaders and individual contributors.
  • Ensure compliance of external technical operations within with both Biogen procedures and cGXP regulations and guidelines.
  • Ensure that all external manufacturing protocols and reports are compliant with both agency expectations for their respective locations and modalities.
  • Revenue Impact and Spend Oversight - ~$1.8 B in product revenue from products supplied through CDMO managed sites; ~$275M in spend to managed.

FAQs

What is the location for the General Manager, External Operations Europe position?

The position is located in Baar, CH, as per the local hybrid policy.

Is travel required for this position?

Yes, the role requires the ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed.

How many CDMO sites will the General Manager oversee?

The General Manager will oversee up to 15 CDMO sites.

What is the budget responsibility for this role?

The General Manager will manage a budget of up to $300 million.

What level of experience is required for this position?

A minimum of 12 years of experience in the biotech/pharmaceutical cGMP manufacturing industry is required.

What educational background is necessary for this role?

Candidates must have a Masters or Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Chemical or Bioprocess Engineering, Biology, or a closely allied discipline.

What are the key responsibilities of the General Manager?

Key responsibilities include overseeing technical and business operations at external manufacturing sites, driving strategic initiatives, ensuring supplier performance, and leading cross-functional teams to address complex manufacturing issues.

What kind of leadership experience is expected for this job?

Candidates should have demonstrated project leadership skills and the ability to develop effective working processes and relationships with internal and external partners.

Is experience with supplier relationship management required for this role?

Yes, experience with supplier relationship management is required.

What technical proficiency is necessary for this position?

Strong technical proficiency within small molecule development and manufacturing is a must, with experience across modalities required.

What is Biogen's commitment to diversity and inclusion?

Biogen is committed to building a culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where they operate and the patients they serve, focusing on empowering and inspiring every employee.

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Biogen

Science & Healthcare
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
1976
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Biogen is a global biotechnology company that specialises in the discovery, development, and delivery of innovative therapies for neurological and neurodegenerative diseases. They focus on researching and creating treatments for conditions such as multiple sclerosis (MS), spinal muscular atrophy (SMA), and Alzheimer's disease. Biogen's ultimate mission is to pioneer new approaches in biotechnology to address unmet medical needs and improve the lives of patients worldwide. Their purpose is to transform scientific discoveries into therapies that have a significant impact on patients' lives, aiming to provide hope, relief, and improved outcomes for individuals suffering from debilitating neurological disorders. Biogen's commitment lies in advancing the understanding and treatment of neurological conditions through cutting-edge research, development of innovative therapies, and collaboration with healthcare professionals and patient communities.

Culture & Values

  • Customer Focused

    We keep patients, payers and physicians front and center in our daily work and collaborate to solve critical scientific and business challenges. We listen with empathy to respond to current needs and to develop the foresight to anticipate future needs. We drive success through win-win outcomes.

  • Inclusive

    We embrace and leverage differences to foster an inclusive community, both internally and externally. We collaborate across teams, break down siloes and encourage diverse perspectives and backgrounds at all levels to optimize performance. We exhibit mutual respect in all our interactions and assume best intent. We treat everyone with care and dignity.

  • Pioneering

    We challenge the status quo and experiment to create new possibilities. We take calculated risks and learn from failure. We are resilient and navigate through ambiguity with determination to innovate. We encourage candor to test assumptions and uncover the best ideas. We are open about what we do not know and ask questions to understand.

  • Agile

    We are decisive and execute with efficiency and discipline. We adapt in response to internal changes and external disruptors. We develop solutions quickly to take advantage of emerging opportunities. We design and implement processes that enable us to operate nimbly and effectively.

  • Accountable

    We set clear, aligned and measurable objectives to drive results. We directly communicate our expectations and define clear roles and responsibilities. We honor our commitments and deliver on our goals. We assume responsibility for both the positive and negative impacts of our actions and decisions.

  • Ethical

    We never compromise our integrity. We are committed to sustaining an environment of trust, honesty and transparency while ensuring appropriate confidentiality. We do what we say and say what we mean. We take responsibility for upholding our reputation.

Benefits

  • Medical, vision and dental plans

  • On-site fitness centers, with allowances or reimbursement options

  • Competitive compensation

  • Retirement or savings plans

  • Generous paid time off

  • Flexible work arrangements and summer hours