Associate Director, External Manufacturing - Small Molecule

Role: Associate Director, Third Party Manufacturing (TPM) Manager, overseeing supplier relationships and manufacturing operations for designated biopharma products. Objectives include ensuring high-quality, compliant production, timely delivery, and cost-effective supply throughout product lifecycle. Core responsibilities encompass negotiating manufacturing agreements, planning and coordinating material procurement and delivery, managing cross-functional teams for performance and quality oversight, and ensuring regulatory compliance with quality systems and documentation. The role also involves project management of supply chain initiatives and continuous process improvement. Qualifications: Bachelor's in science or technical field; 10+ years in manufacturing, engineering, project management, quality, or related areas; strong understanding of manufacturing processes, supply chain, and pharmaceutical regulations. Preferred: MSc or MBA, experience managing subcontractors, proven leadership, strategic planning, and problem-solving skills. High-value: Focus on biologics/biopharma manufacturing, supply chain management, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance. Collaboration: Cross-functional engagement with QA, quality systems, supply chain, and senior leadership. Work setup and travel details are not specified.