If you have the passion and the drive to accelerate growth and make people’s lives better – then AstraZeneca is the place for you.  In Operations we have a big ambition – to deliver more medicines to patients, quicker and more affordably. Backed by the investment, leadership and a clear plan to get there, we bring personal dedication and out of the box thinking. 

AstraZeneca turns molecules to medicines, bringing our product pipeline to life through a rigorous process of development, manufacturing, and delivery.  Operations is accelerating, fast. We are on track for Our Bold Ambition 2030, delivering 15+ new medicines driving us forward across different modalities including small molecules, API, biologics, cell therapy and ADCs.

Position Summary

We are looking for an experienced General Manager to lead our Coppell site. The General Manager is responsible for of all aspects of manufacturing for a complex stand-alone manufacturing site, to meet customer requirements and to enable realization of the company’s operations strategy.  The individual will lead and shape projects globally with companywide impact (5-year horizon). The position will report into to the SVP Regional Operations Head. 

The position is based in Coppell, Texas. 

Responsibilities

Ensures processes at the site are carried out in accordance with AstraZeneca’s corporate values, Good Manufacturing Practices, Public Health Codes and applicable standards and lawsActs as role model for the AZ leadership capabilities and sets the standard by which senior employees on the site motivate and empower staff to deliver outstanding performance and customer serviceEnsures that the site’s products are made available to external customers whilst adhering to regulations, quality standards, budget and group policiesSets annual objectives in line with regional scorecards, measures the achievement of those individual targets and takes remedial actions where requiredChampions the design of appropriate methods for improving productivity, quality and SHE standards and oversees the implementation of these across the siteInspires senior staff to coach and develop talent to ensure a healthy talent pipeline and succession for senior positionsCreates an environment in which Process Execution Teams can make independent decisions to mitigate any risks to the patient and/or business reputationBuilds and maintains good reputation and community relations with external stakeholdersSupports effective relationships with employee and/or Union representatives, representing the site in negotiation and consultation processes

Essential Requirements

Bachelor’s degree. Significant experience in the field of Manufacturing and Supply Chain preferred.People management and development of people. 

Desired Experience

Dealings with FDA and external stakeholdersAbility to engage people in change and working with uncertainty and ambiguity

Skills and Competencies

Knowledge in GxP compliance and data integrity.Proven track record in managing and leading a large, high-performing team

Date Posted

07-Feb-2025

Closing Date

06-Mar-2025Our mission is to build an inclusive and equitable environment. We want people to feel they belong at AstraZeneca and Alexion, starting with our recruitment process. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of characteristics. We offer reasonable adjustments/accommodations to help all candidates to perform at their best. If you have a need for any adjustments/accommodations, please complete the section in the application form.