Associate Director, Strategic Initiatives and 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 inWE (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; identifyingthe 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 Consultancyand Support to theHealthcare 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 assignedStrategic initiatives, either when directly reporting or external consultant. This role isfor 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 theassigned 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
