Assoc Dir, Strategic Portfolio & Market Development

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We are looking for a Strategic Initiatives and Market Development Assoc Director, who is pivotal in supporting and executing the long-term growth and development of the assigned Strategic Initiatives within Pharmaceuticals segment in WE (Western Europe), including but not limited to, Compounding.

As part of the Compounding growth this role is focused on: translating Customer need in in technical requirements; identifying the Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) needed to deliver assigned initiatives and provide high quality input to the Leadership to ensure that SMEs are allocated as appropriate; delivering Consultancy and Support to the Healthcare providers in building new or upgrading existing cleanrooms, process development, Capacity Management, Innovation, Optimisations with a view to Futureproofing, and ensuring that current and future Quality & Regulatory expectations and guidelines can be understood and met; overcome barriers in product import\export for Geox.

The person in this role is accountable to oversee resources for the assigned Strategic initiatives, either when directly reporting or external consultant. This role is for an experienced and versatile Talent able to influence in a multi stakeholders Matrix Environment both internally and externally, including the Customer, Sales Team, Finance, Commercial & Operations Leaders, Pharmacy teams, Medical, Project Managers, IT (Information Technology) and Quality\Regulatory bodies when applicable.

The core responsibility is ensuring a successful delivery of the assigned Pharmaceutical Strategic Initiatives.

Travel

Variable between 25% and 50% based on the period.

Geography and Business Scope

Western Europe, Pharmaceuticals

Job Requirements

University degree: Master’s/PhD degree

Proficiency in English (both written and verbal) is essential

Written and verbal fluency in Dutch and French are a competitive advantage

Technical knowledge & experience of aseptic and GMP regulated environments, having built and designed working cleanrooms and processes is highly recommended

Proven & successful experience of managing regulatory audits as leading person and being the contact person for auditor

Understanding and ability to design Quality Management Systems. Certifications are a plus

Strong project management and communication skills, certification is a plus

Familiar with technology, automation, artificial intelligence, process improvements and working out innovative solutions to problems.

Digital mindset

Forward Thinking

Knowledge and understanding of PIC/S Pharmacy Products guidelines and/ or GMP including Annex 1

Proven experience in Pharmacy Clean Room Design, Aseptic Compounding, sterile manufacturing, operations, regulatory compliance, management, and manufacturing of unlicensed drugs for human use

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic consulting environment

Attention to detail and a commitment to ensuring high-quality standards

What are some of the benefits of working at Baxter?

Competitive total compensation package

Professional development opportunities

High importance is placed on work-life balance

Commitment to growing and developing an inclusive and diverse workforce

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