Executive Director of Operations

2 weeks ago


Swindon, Swindon, United Kingdom Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. Full time
Job Title: Executive Director of Operations

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is seeking an experienced Executive Director of Operations to lead our Condo and CMO businesses at our fill & finish manufacturing facility in Swindon, UK.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead the Condo & CMO Businesses and Operations on site, with full responsibility for the P&L
  • Develop and drive the acquisition of new business by actively expanding services to current clients, along with the onboarding of new clients into the Thermo Fisher network
  • Find opportunities and drive actions aligned with the strategy of the Drug Product Division, which will deliver the short and long-term performance to exceed the business plan, accelerate growth, improve margins, and drive down working capital needs
  • Coordinate and lead important new product introductions
  • Ensure perfect execution of CAPEX projects (including strategic ones such as the start-up of new manufacturing departments)
  • Take ownership for delivering products on time and with the right quality in compliance with regulatory requirements
  • Work effectively with operational, business, and other functional leaders to develop and effectively deploy a shared site vision & approach
  • Drive (cultural) change through controlled execution initiatives across all functions that are required to deliver expected results (critical metrics, timelines)
  • Leverage complementary strengths and develop successful teams; ensure scalable talent in key positions; recruit and retain best-in-class talent
  • Be a problem-identifier and solver; recognize a wide range of early warning signals in the business, which allows and/or requires a proactive approach to problem prevention
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in chemistry, pharmaceutical science, chemical engineering or similar scientific field required, with an advanced degree or MBA preferred
  • Biopharmaceutical General Manager / Site Management experience required, preferably in a fill & finish business
  • Demonstrated track record in successfully leading Operations, new product introductions and scale-ups in a regulated environment
  • Financial competence in identifying the levers that drive revenue and profit margins at the site and business unit level
  • Strong executive presence and ability to interact with senior teams/managers in a matrix environment
  • Faculty to maximize the network to drive improvements and ensure all relevant partners are involved and aligned
  • Impactful and accountable leadership experience in diverse, constantly evolving environments with demonstrated success in delivering strong operational results
  • Consistent track record in building up and developing strong teams
  • Transformational skills with a shown success in driving dynamic organizational and cultural change in manufacturing environments
  • Proactive focus on identifying & solving problems, process improvements and operational excellence
  • Advanced level of English
What We Offer:
  • Competitive salary, plus annual incentive bonus, and car/car allowance
  • Full benefits package, including: 25 days annual leave, plus public holidays; holiday purchase scheme – up to 5 additional days; 8% employer matched pension contributions; company funding towards a range of healthcare benefits including private healthcare & dental insurance


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