Faites la différence pour les patients
We are looking for an Industrial Lead Drug Product who is strategic, experienced in drug product development and manufacturing, and skilled in project management and stakeholder management, to join our team based in our campus of Braine-l’Alleud, Belgium.
About the Role
In this global role, the Industrial Lead Drug Product will bring a strategic vision and leadership in the industrialization of our late-stage development and commercial products (NBE and NCE). You will develop cutting-edge industrialization strategies, manage a portfolio of strategic manufacturing projects/programs. You will also act as a Product Subject Mater Expert within UCB’s community, driving key activities related to drug product manufacturing and coordinating transversal efforts across departments and ensure submission preparation and approval all over the world.
Who You Will Work With
You will collaborate with late-stage development groups, ensuring alignment between product development strategies and industrialization capabilities. As the product SME, you will work cross-functionally, interacting with manufacturing teams, regulatory groups, and external partners to ensure product sustainability and lifecycle management. You will also manage strategic manufacturing projects and guide decision-making within the sourcing and supply governance frameworks.
What You Will Do
You develop Manufacturing Industrial Strategic Supply Plans (ISSP) for products throughout their lifecycle.You build and maintain a portfolio of strategic projects related to industrialization and manufacturing.You establish long-term capacity, and capability plans at the portfolio level.You act as a Product SME, ensuring alignment between product development and manufacturing strategies.You ensure launch readiness and effective lifecycle management for late-stage development and commercial products.You oversee the industrial project portfolio related to product launch, lifecycle management, and process optimizations.You evaluate technical, regulatory, and financial feasibility of line extensions and manufacturing changes.You centralize knowledge on commercial manufacturing processes and represent industrial interests in various governance bodies.You lead efforts in process improvements, environmental impact assessments, and cross-functional projects.
Interested? For this role, we are looking for the following education, experience, and skills
Master’s degree in a relevant field and minimum 7 years of experience in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry, with expertise in drug product manufacturing, development, and industrialization (sterile and solid forms).Direct experience in commercial manufacturing and familiarity with state-of-the-art drug product manufacturing processes.Strong experience in project management and leading multi-disciplinary teams.Expertise in the registration and approval processes in EU, US, China, and Japan.Skilled in cGMP quality and regulatory requirements for drug product manufacturing.Knowledge of financial processes, particularly related to cost of goods (CoGs) and investment decision-making.Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, with fluency in English.Ability to manage complex projects, balancing multiple priorities and driving results across functional teams.Experience in assessing manufacturing capacities and implementing long-term industrial strategies.Strong interpersonal skills, with a focus on stakeholder management and collaboration across diverse teams.
Êtes-vous prêt à « aller au-delà » pour créer de la valeur et faire la différence pour les patients ? Si cela vous parle, alors nous aimerions vous connaitre !
À propos de nous
UCB est une société biopharmaceutique mondiale, spécialisée dans la neurologie et l'immunologie. Nous sommes environ 8 500 personnes aux quatre coins du monde, inspirées par les patients et motivées par la science.
Pourquoi travailler pour nous ?
Chez UCB, nous ne nous limitons pas à réaliser des tâches, nous créons de la valeur. Nous ne craignons pas d'aller de l'avant, de collaborer et d'innover pour faire la différence auprès des patients. Nous avons une culture de bienveillance et solidarité où chacun se sent inclus, respecté et a des chances équitables de faire de son mieux. Nous « allons au-delà » pour créer de la valeur pour nos patients, et toujours dans une optique humaine, que ce soit pour nos patients, nos employés ou notre planète. En travaillant pour nous, vous découvrirez un monde où vous pourrez grandir et aurez la liberté de tracer votre propre chemin de carrière et accomplir votre plein potentiel.
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