Job Title: Director of Manufacturing Operations
Cork, Ireland. We are seeking a talented and experienced Director of Manufacturing Operations to join our team at Gilead Sciences Ireland UC.
The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and directing the overall strategy of the Manufacturing function, sponsoring key capital projects/NPIs and ensuring the overall performance of Manufacturing Operations.
Key Responsibilities:
* Strategic planning of Manufacturing Operations.
* Tactical and operational performance (safety, quality compliance, delivery, cost & people) of the Manufacturing function.
* Coordinates department management and provides direction and assistance in the resolution of complex issues.
* Budgeting, cost control, and financial performance of Manufacturing Operations.
* Performance of contract personnel and providers engaged to support Operations.
* Delivering the people strategy for Manufacturing Operations aimed at developing staff for career progression.
* Works with senior and executive management to develop and deploy strategies for operations.
* Conducts and serves as a lead/coordinator of investigations and corrective and preventative action (CAPA) recommendations related to Manufacturing Operations.
* Interfaces with regulatory agencies representing Gilead to authorities and regulatory inspectors in matters relating to Operations.
* Establishes and manages key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure functional performance and effectiveness.
* Leading/sponsoring key NPI, operational and or capital projects as agreed through the site strategy deployment processes.
Requirements:
1. Operational management, group management, operational excellence, capital planning, project management, long range strategic planning, cGMP compliance, regulatory compliance experience.
2. Demonstrated track record in advanced leadership and strategic management.
3. Budget management, resource & capacity planning for a large function.
4. Masters degree, PhD or an advanced business degree such as an MBA is desirable.
5. Extensive Operations Management experience within Pharmaceutical / Biopharmaceutical manufacturing, and/or distribution is desirable.
6. Extensive knowledge of industry best practices and trends.
7. Strong knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs) and regulatory requirements for Biopharmaceutical or Pharmaceutical manufacturing and distribution.
8. Resilient profile with the ability to deliver in an ambiguous environment.
9. Objective, can-do attitude, and a growth mindset.
10. Curious with learning agility.
11. Operational excellence mindset.
12. Organized with systematic approach to prioritization.
13. Process oriented to achieve the business objective.
14. Equally focused on the