APU HEAD

APU Head

Location: Megrine

Opella is the self-care challenger with the purest and third-largest portfolio in the Over-The-Counter (OTC) & Vitamins, Minerals & Supplements (VMS) market globally.

Our mission: to bring health in people’s hands by making self-care as simple as it should be for over half a billion consumers worldwide.

At the core of this mission is our 100+ loved brands, our 11,000-strong global team, our 13 best-in-class manufacturing sites and four specialized science and innovation development centers.

Headquartered in France, Opella is the proud maker of many of the world’s most loved brands, including Allegra, Buscopan, Doliprane, Dulcolax, Enterogermina, Essentiale and Mucosolvan.

B Corp certified in multiple markets, we are active players in the journey towards healthier people and planet.

Find out more about our mission to bring health in your hands at

About the job:

Responsible for the management, coordination and operation of the APU organization. Makes decisions in support of the efficient operation of the organization in line with the objectives of the site and the APU. Ensure smooth manufacturing of the products manufactured in the production unit according to the client’s needs, by managing human and material resources and ensuring product quality.

Ensures cooperation with the support functions responsible for the operation of the APU. Ensures continuous development of the processes and people within the APU.

Main responsibilities:

Oversee Production Operations:

Manage day-to-day operations of the manufacturing autonomus unit.

Ensure production targets are met while maintaining high-quality standards.

Implement and monitor production schedules to optimize efficiency.

Quality Assurance and Compliance:

Ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and other regulatory requirements.

Coordinate with quality control teams to maintain product quality and safety standards.

Prepare for and manage regulatory inspections and audits.

Team Leadership:

Lead and mentor a team of production staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Conduct training sessions to enhance team skills and knowledge.

Manage workforce planning and development.

Process Optimization:

Identify and implement process improvements to enhance productivity and reduce costs.

Utilize lean manufacturing principles to streamline operations.

Monitor and analyze production data to drive decision-making.

Safety Management:

Ensure a safe working environment by implementing and maintaining safety protocols.

Conduct regular safety audits and risk assessments.

Promote a culture of safety awareness among staff.

Resource Management:

Manage budgets and resources effectively to meet production goals.

Coordinate with supply chain and procurement teams to ensure the availability of raw materials.

Optimize the use of equipment and technology.

About you:

Educational Background:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Pharmacy, Engineering, or a related field.

Additional qualifications in business management or operations can be beneficial.

Experience:

Extensive experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, particularly in solid dosage forms.

Proven track record in a leadership role, preferably with experience in managing a production unit.

Skills:

Strong understanding of GMP and regulatory requirements.

Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Proficiency in process optimization and lean manufacturing principles.

Ability to lead and motivate a team.

Why us?

At Opella, you will enjoy doing challenging, purposeful work, empowered to develop consumer brands with passion and creativity. This is your chance to grow new skills and be part of a bold, collaborative, and inclusive culture where people can thrive and be at their best every day.

We Are Challengers.

We are dedicated to making self-care as simple as it should be. That starts with our culture. We are challengers by nature, and this is how we do things:

All In Together: We keep each other honest and have each other's backs.

Courageous: We break boundaries and take thoughtful risks with creativity.

Outcome-Obsessed: We are personally accountable, driving sustainable impact and results with integrity.

Radically Simple: We strive to make things simple for us and simple for consumers, as it should be.

Join us on our mission. Health. In your hands.

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progress, discover

extraordinary

Better is out there. Better medications, better outcomes, better science. But progress doesn’t happen without people – people from different backgrounds, in different locations, doing different roles, all united by one thing: a desire to make miracles happen. So, let’s be those people.

At Sanofi, we provide equal opportunities to all regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, ability or gender identity.

Watch our ALL IN video and check out our Diversity Equity and Inclusion actions at sanofi.com!

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