Technical Product Lead- Consumables

Roche Switzerland bridges the gap between pharmaceuticals and diagnostics. Key research and development functions are based here. On behalf of our long-standing client, Roche Diagnostics International AG in Rotkreuz, we are looking for a

External Manufacturing is the competence center for parts and products in the diagnostic workflow, manufactured by external suppliers. This includes the development of new products, product care activities, the assurance of supply as well as the supplier selection and maintenance in close collaboration with Procurement.

• You will maintain complete accountability for the assigned product across its lifecycle, including quality, supply, compliance, cost, risk management, product specifications, production process specifications, and product documentation.
• You will manage all product changes, complaints, deviations, and production assets, including equipment, spare part management, and the execution of operative risk management.
• You will develop and implement the product-wide production capacity plan in line with the Product Strategy, planning replacements and new investments, including the calculation of business cases.
• Manage the SMC cost account, including budget planning and identifying potential savings. Chair the Squad, provide necessary leadership, and act as the final decision-maker for prioritization, resource allocation, and conflict management.
• Manage and influence key internal and external stakeholders—including suppliers, subsuppliers, procurement, OPPM functions, business partners (e.g. IPM), and the GSC—to align on demand forecasts and operational performance.
• Hold accountability for overall Squad performance and manage the comprehensive Squad budget, including OPEX, CAPEX, development, and PCQT budgets.
• Represent External Manufacturing in system development projects and within Business Teams at the PCQT level.
• Compile the Annual Product Review Report in collaboration with key stakeholders, identifying and triggering appropriate actions, risks, and mitigations.
• Chair operative-level Product Meetings with suppliers and sub-suppliers, maintain an understanding of supplier contract content, and monitor supplier safety stock and Roche hub stock against established targets.
• Develop production output reports in collaboration with relevant functions and report progress directly to the leadership team.
• Track demand forecast developments and fluctuations with business partners to trigger necessary follow-up actions.
• Foster a clear strategic prioritization and One Roche mindset within the Squad, support team members in assuming their responsibilities, and provide performance feedback to the leadership team.

• You hold a Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical or business field such as Engineering, Natural Science, or Business Administration
• You have 1-3 years of product leadership experience, ideally within a matrixed environment
• You have a proven track record in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), encompassing quality, supply, compliance, and cost management
• You have experience in External Manufacturing, including day-to-day supplier interaction and managing production risks and issues
• You have experience in Strategy and Capacity Planning, such as developing multi-year plans and calculating business cases for new investments.
• You have experience navigating In-Vitro Diagnostics (IVD) or medical device environments, ensuring adherence to strict regulatory and product documentation standards
• You excel at navigating ambiguity, resolving complex challenges, and serving as a decisive problem-solver to overcome technical obstacles efficiently.
• You are fluent in written and spoken English and…