Job title:
Director Global Scientific& Technical Excellence Health Science- Drug Development
Company:
SGS
Job description
Company DescriptionWe are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories around the world.Job DescriptionThe Director Global Scientific & Technical Excellence is primarily responsible for –GLOBAL SCIENTIFIC & TECHNICAL CAPABILITY EXCELLENCE
- Oversee the Health Science laboratory service portfolio globally (including chemistry, microbiology, protein characterization, biosafety, and bioanalysis – for both small and large molecules) to ensure that scientific and technical capabilities are adequate to support the Business strategy
- Provide scientific and technical guidance to Local, Regional and Global Teams to ensure that scientific and technical capabilities are adequate across SGS Health Science operations to support the Business strategy – including:
- Replication and harmonization of capabilities
- Implementation of new methods
- CAPEX proposals
- As a member of the Health Science Management Team, contribute to the strategy and business development plan for the Business Unit by – identifying and assessing new business opportunities (including innovative services, new segments, new customers, M&A targets)
- Provide end-to-end scientific and technical support for M&A activities (target identification, assessment, due diligence)
- Actively monitor market trends and keep abreast of scientific, technological and competitive developments to translate them into the business strategy and concrete business opportunities
- Strengthen SGS visibility and position by participating in industry working groups and conferences
TECHNICAL SUPPORT TO SALES & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
- Coordinate technical exchanges and capability transfers across the global Health Science Network to maximize cross-sales and promote continuous capability development
Provide scientific and technical guidance to Local, Regional and Global Teams to assist Marketing, Sales and Business Development activities – specifically to promote SGS brand awareness and sale of service lines.Specific responsibilities:
- Provide expert guidance to internal (SGS Management, Health Science Network) and external stakeholders (Customers, Health Authorities) on all aspects of Health Science Analytical Testing services
- Provide scientific and technical support to Local, Regional and Global Teams – to assist in:
- Evaluation of market and client needs
- Preparation of Business Case/CAPEX and subsequent implementation (method transfer/replication, validation/harmonization)
- Key client requests and/or complex projects
- Content development for Sales & Marketing activities (presentations, brochures, articles and scientific publications)
- Deliver customer presentations and consultations when required
- In collaboration with Global Quality Management, promote Quality Culture and Quality of operational service execution
- At all times, adopt a safe behavior by exercising due regard for the health and safety of SGS employees and clients, in line with SGS policies and procedures
- At all times, comply with SGS Code of Integrity and Professional Conduct
Qualifications
- Scientific background (PhD or equivalent level) in a discipline relevant for the Health Science business segment (pharmaceutical sciences, biotechnology, biochemistry, biology, chemistry, etc.)
- Additional degree in business is an asset
- Minimum 10 years’ relevant experience in the (Bio-)Pharmaceutical industry, and/or Contract Research and Analytical Testing services to the (bio-)pharmaceutical industry
- Relevant experiences include – Manufacturing, Analytical Development, Quality Assurance/Quality Control (in a scientific, technical, business development, or project management role)
- In-depth experience of Pharma GMP environment, drug development and CMC regulatory requirements
- Ability to drive technical sales and new service development
- Existing relationships with industry customers an asset
- A self-starter able to mobilize and inspire teams with a ‘can-do’ attitude
- Experience in project-oriented, multidisciplinary and multicultural environments
- Fluent in English (written and verbal) – other language(s) would be an asset
Required skills:COMMUNICATION SKILLS
- Excellent communication skills and ability to explain complex topics effectively at all levels of the organization (especially Senior Leadership, Authority Officials, Key Opinion Leaders)
INNOVATION & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT SKILLS
- Ability to think strategically and translate scientific and technological developments into business opportunities and new service innovations
LEADERSHIP SKILLS
- Outstanding ability to foster collaboration and work effectively with multidisciplinary and multicultural teams
- Hands-on, open-minded, and proactive team player
- Ability to work under pressure
Additional InformationFlexibility to travel internationally (20%) is required
Expected salary
Location
Warszawa, mazowieckie
Job date
Sat, 16 Nov 2024 00:08:58 GMT
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