External Operations Lead

8 months ago


Macclesfield, United Kingdom AstraZeneca Full time

**Ready to make a positive impact in a team where it means more? Join our team and be part of our ambitious journey to deliver more medicines to patients, quicker and more affordably**

At AstraZeneca, our External Supply and Manufacturing (ESM) team plays a pivotal role in establishing and leading suppliers across the world that meet our global standards. Through external suppliers, we handle approximately one third of AstraZeneca’s value of production, ensuring robust supply chains that deliver value to our company. Our ESM team also supports New Product Introduction through external supply, integrating companies and products that AstraZeneca acquires, and driving innovation through supply chain programs.

We are seeking External Operations Leads who will have ultimate accountability for the overall supply performance of assigned external suppliers within AstraZeneca’s ESM network. Working with key functions (Quality, Technical, Regulatory, Global Supply Chain, etc.) within ESM and the supplier, you'll ensure timely delivery of high-quality products to customers and patients at the most effective cost. Your primary responsibilities will include supply performance, issue resolution, risk management, change management, continuous improvement, strategy development and overseeing supplier compliance to company and external requirements.

**Essential skills/capabilities required**:

- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, pharmacy, chemistry or related science, or business-related field (equivalent experience considered)
- Experience in and demonstrated knowledge of various aspects of the pharmaceutical industry including experience in at least three of the following areas: Manufacturing management, Science Leadership, Supplier Management, Project Management, Supply Chain Management, Pharmaceutical development, Regulatory/Quality Assurance, Process Technology, Engineering, Logistics and Distribution or Procurement.
- Demonstrated excellence in leadership, stakeholder management, and business impact
- Shown experience in delivering business-critical projects/programs involving external organizations
- Understanding of quality principles and GMP requirements
- Sound financial skills and budget management
- Experience identifying, implementing, and leading business metrics
- Lean Manufacturing/OpEX/CI Experience
- Ability to lead specific strategic initiatives

Desirable skills include line management of a team and/or mentoring colleagues.

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That’s why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we’re not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.

**Why AstraZeneca?**

With constant new products and launches, there's never been a better time to join us and shape our future with a big contribution to life-changing medicines. We offer a safe and positive space where ideas are welcomed and rewarded. As part of an agile team, you'll work together to problem-solve and progress towards a common goal.

**Competitive salary and benefits offered


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