Associate Director Operation Readiness Lead; m​/w​/d

Associate Director Operation Readiness Lead (m/w/d) (80-100%)

An agile career and a dynamic work culture

An inclusive and ethical workplace

Compensation programs that recognize high performance

In addition to a competitive salary, you can expect numerous lifestyle, family, and leisure benefits. The full list of our local tailored benefits can also be found below.

Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across five continents. While we work in science, there’s no magic formula to how we do it. Our greatest scientific solution is talented people working together, devising ideas that help businesses to help people. In exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world.

And that’s the kind of work we want to be part of.

We are hiring a driven Operations Readiness Lead to ensure Operation readiness incl. post OQ and lifecycle activities. You will supervise all required activity for the design and execution of CQV, within safety, schedule, quality and functionality in the investment Project. This includes the capability to manage and to provide the appropriate input, details and leadership to a start-up and CQV team in the investment ADS Projects.

The role is based in Visp, Switzerland. Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates and their families, if needed. This role involves being onsite full time.

Overview the calculation resource allocation, cost estimation, and timeline projection for successful Ops readiness, CQV execution in assigned portfolio of ADS investment projects, ensuring the completion of all tasks within schedule with team members and resources to highlight and communicate schedule targets, resolve issues, and escalate when necessary to Manufacturing and E2E Lead.

Manage Ops relevant staffing for projects, identify and lead internal or external resources for appropriate project execution, start up and production / facility readiness.

Provide inputs, supervise & monitor the Project Execution Plan and Project Quality Plan and involved committees.

Provide input, overview of implemented commissioning, qualification, and validation (CQV) strategies aligned with global standards ADS investments portfolio.

Overall Lead the Startup/CQV activities to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.

Oversee project plans to ensure timely completion of CQV/post OQ and start up deliverables.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and mitigate risks associated with CAPEX investments and production plans.

Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders for successful project execution.

Master Degree or equivalent experience in Pharma, Engineering, or Science

Proven experience in Pharma / Engineering (GEP/GMP) with an understanding of Small Molecules, Infrastructure and Laboratories business

Proven experience in Project Management, CQV

Understanding of Pharmaceutical/Bio Science "Contract Manufacturing" business and experienced in cGM

Strong leadership skills with a global interaction capability.

Possess financial and commercial acumen, able to link understanding to project goals, costs & scheduling, and risk.

Strong analytical skills for in-depth analysis of complex/large datasets, drawing conclusions and supporting decisions.

Can develop and implement new and standard processes, tools/methodologies in a global context, lead and train/support colleagues.

Fluent in German and English.

Every day, Lonza’s products and services have a positive impact on millions of people. For us, this is not only a great privilege, but also a great responsibility. How we achieve our business results is just as important as the achievements themselves. At Lonza, we respect and protect our people and our environment. Any success we achieve is no success at all if not achieved ethically.

People come to Lonza for the challenge and creativity of solving complex problems and developing new ideas in life sciences. In return, we offer the satisfaction that comes with improving lives all around the world. The satisfaction that comes with making a meaningful difference.

Inclusion is one of Lonza’s four core values, alongside integrity, innovation, and initiative. We understand the value of our differences and the benefits they bring to our company, community, and culture. We also recognize the value of every person’s contribution, regardless of characteristics, preferences, and beliefs – including race, color, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, and religion.