Title:  Group Lead

JOB DESCRIPTION

Designation:  Group Lead- Discovery Chemistry - FFS Division

Job Location: Hyderabad

Department: Synthetic Chemistry 

About Syngene:  Syngene (www.syngeneintl.com) is an innovation-led contract research, development and manufacturing organization offering integrated scientific services from early discovery to commercial supply.

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

Mandatory expectation for all roles as per Syngene safety guidelines

• Overall adherence to safe practices and procedures of oneself and the teams aligned
• Contributing to the development of procedures, practices and systems that ensures safe operations and compliance to company’s integrity & quality standards
• Driving a corporate culture that promotes environment, health, and safety (EHS) mindset and operational discipline at the workplace at all times.
• Ensuring safety of self, teams, and lab/plant by adhering to safety protocols and following environment, health, and safety (EHS) requirements at all times in the workplace.
• Ensure all assigned mandatory training related to data integrity, health, and safety measures are completed on time by all members of the team including self
• Compliance to Syngene’s quality standards at all times
• Hold self and their teams accountable for the achievement of safety goals
• Govern and Review safety metrics from time to time

Role Requirements:

• Ph.D. in Chemistry with a strong focus on synthetic chemistry, Process R&D, or related areas

Experience:

At least 15 years of experience in the CRO industry, with a strong track record in the areas of FFS business, Synthetic chemistry FTEs, and Process R&D.

This role will be reporting to the Head of FFS Division in the Discovery Chemistry and will be responsible for supporting the head in managing the Fee-for-Service (FFS) business unit within the organization.

The candidate must be capable:

Lead the end-to-end process for preparing quotes and proposals, ensuring alignment with client needs and organizational goals.

Define and implement standardized templates and procedures for efficiency and consistency.

Customization and Competitiveness:

-Tailor quotes and proposals to address specific client needs while showcasing the CRO’s unique value proposition.

-Ensure proposals are competitive in pricing while safeguarding profitability and quality commitments.

- Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate challenges and find creative solutions.

- Familiarity with regulatory requirements and quality systems in the CRO industry.

Cost Estimation:

Partner with finance and procurement teams to calculate accurate cost estimates for materials, labor, and overhead.

Develop scalable pricing models that accommodate both small-scale and large-scale projects.

Quality and Compliance in Proposals

Detail-Oriented Documentation:

Ensure all quotes and proposals are detailed, accurate, and compliant with industry regulations and standards.

Include clear milestones, deliverables, timelines, and payment terms.

Risk Assessment:

Identify potential risks during the proposal stage and incorporate mitigation strategies into the plan.

Address uncertainties transparently to build client trust.

Legal and Confidentiality Assurance:

Collaborate with legal teams to include appropriate clauses for confidentiality, intellectual property, and liabilities.

Data-Driven Decisions:

Use historical data and market insights to refine pricing strategies and improve win rates.

Analyze trends in client preferences to preemptively address them in proposals.

Continuous Improvement:

Regularly review and refine the proposal process based on feedback from clients and internal teams.

Benchmark against industry standards to ensure competitiveness.

Metrics and Reporting

Tracking Success Rates:

Monitor and analyze proposal acceptance rates, identifying areas for improvement.

Provide regular updates to senior leadership on quote volumes, turnaround times, and revenue generated from FFS proposals.

Turnaround Time Management:

Establish and enforce timelines for proposal delivery to enhance client satisfaction and operational efficiency.

Performance Analysis:

Conduct post-project reviews to compare actual outcomes against proposed metrics, refining the proposal process as needed.

      Syngene Values

All employees will consistently demonstrate alignment with our core values

•  Excellence
•  Integrity
•  Professionalism

Accountabilities as a Syngene Leader (only for Leadership Hires)

• Champion effective Environment, Occupational Health, Safety and Sustainability (EHSS) practices for the company and oversee compliance with those practices within Biologics business. Play an active leadership role in monitoring and verifying safety performance through Gemba walks and other safety-led activities.
• Foster a corporate culture that promotes an environment, occupational health, safety, and sustainability (EHSS) mindset as well as the highest standards of quality, integrity, and compliance.

• Put people at the heart of our success by providing clear, active leadership defined by the Syngene leadership framework setting high standards of people management, career planning and talent retention as a priority.

 Experience:

• 12 - 15 Years

Education:

• PhD + Post Doc

Equal Opportunity Employer:

It is the policy of Syngene to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, 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.