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

ppAs 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 bGlobal CMO Clinical Packaging Site Manager /b for a temporary assignment of 11 months. /ppThis 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. /ph3Tasks Responsibilities: /h3ulliCMO Site Management: Organize and oversee clinical drug labeling, packaging, and device assembly production outsourced to a global network of CMOs. /liliProject 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. /liliProcurement Contracting: Partner with Procurement and key stakeholders to drive Request for Proposals (RFPs) and Statements of Work (SOWs), negotiate supply agreements, and select vendors. /liliStrategy Budgeting: Support leadership in defining supply strategies for non-standard supply chains. Own the budgeting process and submission for CMO project variable costs. /liliProcess Ownership Governance: Establish team scope and division of responsibilities with upstream functions (e.g., device CMO team). Define, track, and report CMO team KPIs. /liliSOP Representation: Actively drive network supply outcomes and represent the CMO function in the CDOP process. /liliManaging operational orders, and master data in SAP /liliSupplier Relationship Management (SRM): Lead SRM activities and partner with CMOs to ensure long‑term capability and capacity for predictable delivery. /liliFinancial 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. /liliContinuous 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. /li /ulh3Must Haves: /h3ulliDegree: BA/BS degree, preferably in a technical, business, or supply chain discipline. Master’s degree is a plus (*) /liliWork Experience: 8+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, supply chain management, or manufacturing. (***) /liliDomain Knowledge: Strong preference for experience in clinical drug manufacturing, clinical supply chain, or contract manufacturing management /liliGMP Experience: Required /liliIT / Tool Skills: Proficient knowledge and hands-on experience with SAP or equivalent ERP systems. /liliLanguage Skills: Excellent written and spoken English (required); basic German skills are beneficial. /liliShift 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). /liliSolid understanding of pharma supply chains, contract manufacturing, and clinical operations. /liliProven project planning, project management, and resource management skills. /liliStrong leadership experience in taking projects from initiation through final delivery. /liliHigh cultural awareness and social competence for global stakeholder management. /liliStrong analytical, problem‑solving, and system‑oriented skills with high attention to detail. /liliHigh integrity and the ability to operate independently with minimal direction. /liliExcellent cross‑functional communication and presentation skills. /li /ulh3Nice to Haves: /h3ulliProfessional certifications: APICS, SCOR, or equivalent relevant experience. /liliProcess/Management training: PMP, Operational Excellence, Six Sigma, or Lean methodologies. /li /ulh3Benefits /h3ulliBecome part of one of the most prestigious pharmaceutical companies and actively shape the future of healthcare /liliExperience a work culture that promotes diversity and inclusion and where all employees feel valued. /liliWork on a state-of-the-art campus featuring green spaces, meeting areas, and an inspiring atmosphere /liliWork with modern and up-to-date tools in an innovative work environment /liliStart with a professional onboarding process and a thorough introduction to your new role during the Welcome Days /liliBenefit from financial support for your professional development plans /liliEnjoy a selection of high-quality meals in modern staff restaurants /liliAs part of a sustainable mobility concept, on-site parking spaces are available to you (subject to eligibility criteria) /liliTake advantage of unbeatable, year-round discounts at renowned retailers and over 200 top brands /liliBenefit from fleet discounts when purchasing new cars or receive constant fuel discounts with our fuel card /li /ul /p #J-18808-Ljbffr