Title:  Senior Director Manufacturing Operations

Role: Head Manufacturing & Operations

Location: Baltimore, Maryland

About Syngene

Incorporated in 1993, Syngene International Ltd. is an innovation-focused global discovery, development and manufacturing organization providing integrated scientific services to the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, nutrition, animal health, consumer goods and specialty chemical industries around the world. Syngene’ s clientele includes world leaders such as Bristol-Myers Squibb, Baxter, Amgen, GSK, Merck KGaA and Herbalife. Its innovative culture is driven by the passion of its 4240- strong team of scientists who work with clients from around the world to solve their scientific problems, improve R&D productivity, speed up time to market and lower the cost of innovation.

At Syngene, safety is at the heart of everything we do personally and professionally. Syngene has placed safety at par with business performance with shared responsibility and accountability, including following safety guidelines, procedures and SOPs, in letter and spirit.

Job Summary:

This position is responsible for leading up to multiple Biologics site operations in India. Responsible for the delivery of safe workplace practices, quality and cost-effective supply of products. Ensuring all the units are GMP complied.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Accountable for the leadership, lean culture, short- and long-term strategy, GMP compliance, financial management, and overall SQDEEC performance of Biologics Operations
• Member of Site Leadership Team that is responsible for setting site strategy, leading through change, driving site performance and culture, and delivering site objectives
• Key strategic role in driving the business forward in all areas through strong collaboration with other senior leaders.
• Responsible for mentoring & professional development of the Operations hub; providing direction, development, and performance management to team members
• Responsible for the P&L of multiple operation sites in India
• Establish efficient cross functional teams to develop and deliver the annual operational plan for the business unit/s
• Ensure all operations activities align with organizational requirements with regards to Supply, Quality, EHS, E&M and legislative expectations and requirements.
• To drive site performance using SQDECC principles, work cross functionally across disciplines.
• Full responsibility for the deliverables of the manufacturing plants across locations in India.
• Quality and Compliance knowledge
• Preference given to Biologics experience
• Relevant and demonstrable experience of managing GMP expectations in a fast-paced, customer-focused Manufacturing / fill finish / Engineering environment.
• Creative individual with excellent problem-solving skills, as they relate to scientific and engineering principles.
• Experience of working in a heavily regulated environment with specific exposure to MHRA, FDA & Environmental Agency
• Holds Sponsorship role for a variety of capital/non-capital programmes that support growth aspirations and site continuous improvement

Behavioural/Managerial Skills:

• Proven organization and interpersonal skills; excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong Operational Excellence/Continuous Improvement experience with Lean Six Sigma Green Belt status as a minimum desirable.
• Ability to drive organisation transformational change
• Create a team and a culture of excellence.

Education & Qualifications:

• Experience working in a Lean Manufacturing environment.
• Ability to govern and participate in cross-functional teams.
• Advanced Degree
• Training or experience in formulation, packaging, sterile operations
• Multiple Site or function experience
• Progressive knowledge of cGMP requirements
• Experience in end-to-end, cross-functional Supply Chain Management
• Minimum of 7 years managerial experience

Equal Opportunity Employer:

It is the policy of Syngene to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, colour, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable legislation or local law. In addition, Syngene will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.