BioSpace
Associate Director/Director, Global MFG Strategy and Business Operations
BioSpace, Novato, California, United States, 94949
Overview
Associate Director/Director, Global MFG Strategy and Business Operations. BioMarin is the world leader in delivering therapeutics for rare genetic diseases. The role sits in BioMarin’s Technical Operations group, charged with creating drugs for clinical trials, scaling production for the commercial market, and driving manufacturing strategy and business operations across the global network. Job Summary
The Associate Director/Director, Global MFG Strategy & Business Operations reports to the SVP, Global Manufacturing. This is a initiative-taking, technically knowledgeable leader with broad experience in technical operations and manufacturing. In conjunction with the SVP, Global Manufacturing, the incumbent contributes to long-term strategy while monitoring and governing execution of initiatives to meet TOPS and Corporate Objectives. This position works with the TOPS Strategy Business and Operations Lead and others across the network to ensure consistency and alignment of all business processes. Scope
This position will sit on the Global Manufacturing Leadership Team (Global MFG LT) and will facilitate alignment of strategic direction for the Manufacturing Organization to ensure annual objectives are established in accordance with TOPS strategic targets and BioMarin partners. The leader supports the Global MFG LT, extended LT (Site LTs), and new Business Units as appropriate. The individual is responsible for driving key strategic initiatives for the Global Manufacturing Organization such as Network Strategy, Organizational Transformation, Operational Business Processes, and continuous improvement through Operational Excellence. Job Responsibilities
Design and implement new innovative business models and solutions to support harmonization of key processes across the global network. Contribute to the formulation of long-term strategies, while monitoring and governing execution to ensure TOPS and Corporate Objectives are met. Partner with the Global MFG LT and SVP, Global Manufacturing to drive strategic direction for the Manufacturing Organization to ensure annual objectives are established in accordance TOPS strategic targets and those of BioMarin. Govern and monitor the execution of key initiatives against objectives in terms of progress and outcomes; deliver updates and recommendations on progress, risks, and actions required to attain objectives. Coordinate alignment of high-level strategic goals across workstreams related to TOPS, Global Operations, and Manufacturing sites. Lead key strategic initiatives for the Global Manufacturing Organization such as Network Strategy, Organizational Transformation, Operational Business Processes, and cross-functional projects to support business strategies and execution. Lead quarterly management reviews of strategy and ensure portfolio management activities and project prioritization. Lead the development, execution and cascading of strategies and KPIs that span the portfolio, in partnership with key stakeholders, ensuring network alignment. Document and maintain Manufacturing Management Systems (Standards) and promote continuous improvement and best practices. Coordinate development of annual Business Plan for Global Operations and ensure site alignment; monitor KPIs and update OKRs with stakeholders. Partner with Global Manufacturing and Global Operations to align Balanced Scorecards. Develop overall strategy for effective communication across teams and represent the SVP, Global Manufacturing in presentations. Leadership Responsibilities
Embody a compliance, manufacturing, and continuous improvement mindset. Foster continuous innovation to deliver leading-edge solutions. Act as a visible change agent, promoting flexible mindsets to new opportunities. Drive change processes, support employees in adapting to change, and model servant leadership from the site perspective. Enable faster identification, adoption, and implementation of network changes and best practices across the network. Sponsor project teams and champion deployment of new technologies and systems to improve manufacturing and productivity. Support strategic programs and initiatives, ensuring alignment of transformation initiatives with common goals. Maintain high performance standards, collaborate with stakeholders, and act in the best interest of patients. Serve as a thought partner and advisor to the SVP, Global Manufacturing and MFG leadership team. Facilitate the MFG LT, participate in network strategic discussions, and serve as primary site contact for network strategy planning and deployment. Build strong relationships with senior leaders across the organization to influence outcomes. Collaborate with Site Operations, Global Quality, Regulatory, Technical Development, Clinical Operations, MSAT, Operational Excellence, and Finance to achieve goals. Education & Experience
Bachelor or graduate degree in business administration, life sciences or engineering. Minimum of 8-10 years of relevant industry experience; pharmaceutical/biopharmaceutical sector preferred with leadership experience. Strong understanding of technical operations or CMC; ability to learn across disciplines (manufacturing, supply chain, regulatory, finance, etc.). Proven ability to develop, socialize, monitor, adapt, and deliver strategies in dynamic environments; effective cross-functional leadership. Financial acumen and skills in project management and decision analysis. Strong computer skills and experience managing projects with milestones and resources. Excellent organizational skills with ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. Strong interpersonal communication and analytical skills; fact-based decision making. Ability to travel approximately 15%. Contacts
This position will interact with all departments, including Manufacturing Site Leads, Operational Excellence, Global Operations, Technical Development, Compliance, Finance, HR, and GQLT; constant cross-functional collaboration is required. This position may be hired at either Associate Director or Director, depending on qualifications and experience. Compensation will align with the corresponding salary range. The salary listed reflects the Associate Director range. Legal & Equal Opportunity
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.
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Associate Director/Director, Global MFG Strategy and Business Operations. BioMarin is the world leader in delivering therapeutics for rare genetic diseases. The role sits in BioMarin’s Technical Operations group, charged with creating drugs for clinical trials, scaling production for the commercial market, and driving manufacturing strategy and business operations across the global network. Job Summary
The Associate Director/Director, Global MFG Strategy & Business Operations reports to the SVP, Global Manufacturing. This is a initiative-taking, technically knowledgeable leader with broad experience in technical operations and manufacturing. In conjunction with the SVP, Global Manufacturing, the incumbent contributes to long-term strategy while monitoring and governing execution of initiatives to meet TOPS and Corporate Objectives. This position works with the TOPS Strategy Business and Operations Lead and others across the network to ensure consistency and alignment of all business processes. Scope
This position will sit on the Global Manufacturing Leadership Team (Global MFG LT) and will facilitate alignment of strategic direction for the Manufacturing Organization to ensure annual objectives are established in accordance with TOPS strategic targets and BioMarin partners. The leader supports the Global MFG LT, extended LT (Site LTs), and new Business Units as appropriate. The individual is responsible for driving key strategic initiatives for the Global Manufacturing Organization such as Network Strategy, Organizational Transformation, Operational Business Processes, and continuous improvement through Operational Excellence. Job Responsibilities
Design and implement new innovative business models and solutions to support harmonization of key processes across the global network. Contribute to the formulation of long-term strategies, while monitoring and governing execution to ensure TOPS and Corporate Objectives are met. Partner with the Global MFG LT and SVP, Global Manufacturing to drive strategic direction for the Manufacturing Organization to ensure annual objectives are established in accordance TOPS strategic targets and those of BioMarin. Govern and monitor the execution of key initiatives against objectives in terms of progress and outcomes; deliver updates and recommendations on progress, risks, and actions required to attain objectives. Coordinate alignment of high-level strategic goals across workstreams related to TOPS, Global Operations, and Manufacturing sites. Lead key strategic initiatives for the Global Manufacturing Organization such as Network Strategy, Organizational Transformation, Operational Business Processes, and cross-functional projects to support business strategies and execution. Lead quarterly management reviews of strategy and ensure portfolio management activities and project prioritization. Lead the development, execution and cascading of strategies and KPIs that span the portfolio, in partnership with key stakeholders, ensuring network alignment. Document and maintain Manufacturing Management Systems (Standards) and promote continuous improvement and best practices. Coordinate development of annual Business Plan for Global Operations and ensure site alignment; monitor KPIs and update OKRs with stakeholders. Partner with Global Manufacturing and Global Operations to align Balanced Scorecards. Develop overall strategy for effective communication across teams and represent the SVP, Global Manufacturing in presentations. Leadership Responsibilities
Embody a compliance, manufacturing, and continuous improvement mindset. Foster continuous innovation to deliver leading-edge solutions. Act as a visible change agent, promoting flexible mindsets to new opportunities. Drive change processes, support employees in adapting to change, and model servant leadership from the site perspective. Enable faster identification, adoption, and implementation of network changes and best practices across the network. Sponsor project teams and champion deployment of new technologies and systems to improve manufacturing and productivity. Support strategic programs and initiatives, ensuring alignment of transformation initiatives with common goals. Maintain high performance standards, collaborate with stakeholders, and act in the best interest of patients. Serve as a thought partner and advisor to the SVP, Global Manufacturing and MFG leadership team. Facilitate the MFG LT, participate in network strategic discussions, and serve as primary site contact for network strategy planning and deployment. Build strong relationships with senior leaders across the organization to influence outcomes. Collaborate with Site Operations, Global Quality, Regulatory, Technical Development, Clinical Operations, MSAT, Operational Excellence, and Finance to achieve goals. Education & Experience
Bachelor or graduate degree in business administration, life sciences or engineering. Minimum of 8-10 years of relevant industry experience; pharmaceutical/biopharmaceutical sector preferred with leadership experience. Strong understanding of technical operations or CMC; ability to learn across disciplines (manufacturing, supply chain, regulatory, finance, etc.). Proven ability to develop, socialize, monitor, adapt, and deliver strategies in dynamic environments; effective cross-functional leadership. Financial acumen and skills in project management and decision analysis. Strong computer skills and experience managing projects with milestones and resources. Excellent organizational skills with ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. Strong interpersonal communication and analytical skills; fact-based decision making. Ability to travel approximately 15%. Contacts
This position will interact with all departments, including Manufacturing Site Leads, Operational Excellence, Global Operations, Technical Development, Compliance, Finance, HR, and GQLT; constant cross-functional collaboration is required. This position may be hired at either Associate Director or Director, depending on qualifications and experience. Compensation will align with the corresponding salary range. The salary listed reflects the Associate Director range. Legal & Equal Opportunity
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.
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