Global CMO Clinical Packaging Site Manager (m/f/d)

Beschreibung

As a first-tier supplier to our renowned business partner F. Hoffmann-La Roche Ltd. in Kaiseraugst, we are currently looking for a motivated and dedicated Global CMO Clinical Packaging Site Manager for a temporary assignment of 11 months.

This role is responsible for the operational and strategic management of clinical drug labeling, packaging, and device assembly outsourced to a global network of Contract Manufacturing Organizations (CMOs). Operating within a strictly regulated GxP/GMP environment, the position serves as the central operational link between internal supply chain functions, procurement, and external manufacturing partners.

The core focus encompasses end-to-end CMO project execution—from initial onboarding, RFPs, and SOW contracting to budget ownership, SAP order processing, and active S&OP representation. The goal is to ensure reliable, high-quality, and cost-effective clinical supply delivery to meet global trial timelines.

Tasks & Responsibilities:

• CMO Site Management: Organize and oversee clinical drug labeling, packaging, and device assembly production outsourced to a global network of CMOs.
• Project & Delivery Oversight: Proactively manage CMO project onboarding, communications, timelines, and delivery performance for outsourced clinical packaging orders to meet supply chain needs while adhering to cost and quality standards.
• Procurement & Contracting: Partner with Procurement and key stakeholders to drive Request for Proposals (RFPs) and Statements of Work (SOWs), negotiate supply agreements, and select vendors.
• Strategy & Budgeting: Support leadership in defining supply strategies for non-standard supply chains. Own the budgeting process and submission for CMO project variable costs.
• Process Ownership & Governance: Establish team scope and division of responsibilities with upstream functions (e.g., device CMO team). Define, track, and report CMO team KPIs.
• S&OP Representation: Actively drive network supply outcomes and represent the CMO function in the CD&OP process.
• Managing operational orders, and master data in SAP
• Supplier Relationship Management (SRM): Lead SRM activities and partner with CMOs to ensure long-term capability and capacity for predictable delivery.
• Financial & Order Execution: Create and maintain Purchase Orders in the purchasing system, review/approve CMO invoices, and execute pre- and post-production order management in the ERP system.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify and champion process improvement opportunities, applying technical expertise to resolve complex supply chain issues. Serve as an SME/primary contact for key strategic initiatives. 

Must Haves: 

• Degree: BA/BS degree, preferably in a technical, business, or supply chain discipline. Master’s degree is a plus (*)
• Work Experience: 8+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, supply chain management, or manufacturing. (***)
• Domain Knowledge: Strong preference for experience in clinical drug manufacturing, clinical supply chain, or contract manufacturing management
• GMP Experience: Required
• IT / Tool Skills: Proficient knowledge and hands-on experience with SAP or equivalent ERP systems.
• Language Skills: Excellent written and spoken English (required); basic German skills are beneficial.
• Shift Flexibility: Flexibility to adapt to global working hours (e.g., starting as early as 7:00 AM for SSF teams or working until 6:00 PM for Switzerland-based teams).
• Solid understanding of pharma supply chains, contract manufacturing, and clinical operations.
• Proven project planning, project management, and resource management skills.
• Strong leadership experience in taking projects from initiation through final delivery.
• High cultural awareness and social competence for global stakeholder management.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and system-oriented skills with high attention to detail.
• High integrity and the ability to operate independently with minimal direction.
• Excellent cross-functional communication and presentation skills. 

Nice to Haves: 

• Professional certifications: APICS, SCOR, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Process/Management training: PMP, Operational Excellence, Six Sigma, or Lean methodologies.

Benefits

• Become part of one of the most prestigious pharmaceutical companies and actively shape the future of healthcare
• Experience a work culture that promotes diversity and inclusion and where all employees feel valued.
• Work on a state-of-the-art campus featuring green spaces, meeting areas, and an inspiring atmosphere
• Work with modern and up-to-date tools in an innovative work environment
• Start with a professional onboarding process and a thorough introduction to your new role during the Welcome Days
• Benefit from financial support for your professional development plans
• Enjoy a selection of high-quality meals in modern staff restaurants
• As part of a sustainable mobility concept, on-site parking spaces are available to you (subject to eligibility criteria)
• Take advantage of unbeatable, year-round discounts at renowned retailers and over 200 top brands
• Benefit from fleet discounts when purchasing new cars or receive constant fuel discounts with our fuel card

Are you interested? Do not hesitate and submit your complete application documents online today.

We look forward to hearing from you!