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ESO Manager

On-site in Sant Just Desvern·Full-time·Added 22 days ago

STADA

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Overview

Job details

Full-time hours
Per the ad.

Requirements

Have the right to work in Spain
STADA doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Work in English
English is required, per the ad.
Work on-site in Sant Just Desvern
No relocation package mentioned.
Have 3+ years of experience
Mid-level role.
University degree
“Bachelor's degree in life sciences, or related sciences (with focus on manufacturing technology), economics or technical engineer” — per the ad.

Requirements

Education & certifications

• Bachelor's degree in life sciences, or related sciences (with focus on manufacturing technology), economics or technical engineer Relevant Experiences:

• 3+ years of experience in operations within the pharmaceutical, bio pharmaceutical or related, GMP regulated industry

• 5+ plus years handling external suppliers from a business point of view, with proven experience in business analysis and understanding of manufacturing cost structure: RPM, OH, etc

• Proven capabilities in managing external manufacturers is a plus.

Language:

• Fluency in English, written and spoken is mandatory

• Spanish, German or any other European language would be a plus.

The STADA Group promotes a diverse culture, regardless of gender, age, social or ethnic background, disabilities, religion, ideology, or sexual orientation. We leverage the strength of this diversity to develop creative ideas, broaden our expertise, and enhance our capacity for innovation. Our approach focuses on equal opportunities, respectful collaboration, and fostering an inclusive work environment.

STADA offers a competitive environment for personal and professional development within a growing company full of opportunities. Our future-oriented project requires dynamic and proactive professionals who can add value in a constantly changing environment.

The role

What you'll do

• Responsibility for the management of assigned external manufacturing organizations, including on-going contractual oversight.

• Support the initiation and negotiation of supply agreements with the contract manufacturers.

• Establish strategic relationship with the third-party suppliers and act as primary contact for all business collaborations.

• Implement and lead regular MBRs (Management Business Reviews) with senior stakeholders of assigned suppliers to review the performance and identify strategies for improvements.

• Drive continuous improvement of the overall business relationship.

• Collaborate on forecasting, production planning and supply chain business process activities to ensure continuity of supply and avoidance of back-orders.

• Act as primary contact for communications and resolution of supply chain and technical issues that may impact timely supply of product and/or contractual obligations.

• Proactively identify supply risks and create strategies to avoid or minimize their impact.

• Lead the necessary activities to manage and execute risk mitigation plans.

• Ensure Cross functional coordination with the internal stakeholders

• Proactively review the sourcing conditions, challenge the CoGs (Cost of Goods) and identify optimization measures.

• Evaluate, initiate and track product transfers (Site to Site; in-sourcing)

ESO MANAGER

Barcelona |Spain | Full-time | Permanent

About STADA

STADA Arzneimittel AG is a German pharmaceutical company headquartered in Bad Vilbel, Germany. The company develops, produces, and markets a wide range of pharmaceutical products, including generics, specialty pharmaceuticals, and consumer health products. With a global presence, STADA operates in multiple countries and has a significant workforce, making it a substantial player in the European and international pharmaceutical market.

In Spain, STADA has a notable presence with offices in Barcelona, which serves as a hub for its Iberian operations. The company is known for its international and multicultural work environment, offering opportunities for professionals from various backgrounds. For international hires, STADA provides a dynamic environment with roles in global supply chain management, regulatory affairs, and category management, making it a relevant employer for those looking to work in the pharmaceutical sector in Spain.

Industry: Pharma
Founded: 1895
Employees: 10,000–15,000
Headquarters: Bad Vilbel, Germany
In Spain: Barcelona
Website: stada.com

Good to know if you are moving

STADA offers roles in global supply chain, regulatory affairs, and category management, which are relevant for international professionals with experience in the pharmaceutical industry.
The company's Spanish operations are centered in Barcelona, providing a base for roles in the Iberian region.
STADA is a publicly traded company (FSE: SAZ) with a global footprint, offering international career opportunities.
The company's work environment is described as international and collaborative, with English often used as the working language in global roles.
STADA provides opportunities for professional growth in a stable and established pharmaceutical company.

In their own words

About the company & team

At STADA we pursue the purpose of "Taking care of people's health as a trusted partner." All our decisions and actions are driven by our purpose, vision and values. With our wide range of products: Generics, Consumer Healthcare and Specialties, we offer patients, doctors and pharmacists a wide range of therapeutic options.

Around 13,000 employees live our values of Integrity, Entrepreneurship, Agility and One STADA, in order to achieve our ambitious goals and shape a successful future

for our company. We continually expand our goals in line with our ambition, and we achieve them with passion, commitment and a growth mindset.

Do you want to be part of a successful international pharmaceutical company and grow with us?

Job Purpose

• Manage performance of assigned contract manufacturers with the focus on Specialty and Biosimilar segment

• Ensure on time and in full delivery from the contract manufacturers, at favorable sourcing conditions

• Establish and ensure the necessary business and legal framework between CMOs and STADA

• Represent ESO in cross functional meetings to align STADA position

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