Pharma & 3rd Party Manufacturing Manager

Year    Andhra Pradesh, India

Job Description

Job ID: 40341 | Location: Bonthapally, Andhra Pradesh, India
This role is responsible for shaping and executing the pharmaceutical manufacturing strategy in alignment with the broader healthcare segment objectives. The position drives strategic decision-making related to internal versus external manufacturing ("make or buy"), with a focus on optimizing cost efficiency, speed to market, and regulatory compliance for a pharma-compliant product portfolio. In addition, the role provides strategic leadership and operational oversight of third-party manufacturing activities, including tolling and contract manufacturing. This includes identifying, selecting, and managing Contract Research, Development and Manufacturing Organizations (CRDMOs), developing robust partnerships, and ensuring seamless product transfers and implementations. The role works in close collaboration with global and regional procurement teams, ensuring adherence to internal standards and external regulatory requirements throughout the entire product lifecycle.
Responsibilities

  • In-house manufacturing strategy for pharmaceuticals in APAC, and ensure compliance with relevant regulations, cost competitiveness and timeline.
  • Manage EHS, Quality, compliance, production process and cost control for the 3rd party manufacturer in scope in close alignment with the responsible units and departments.
  • Implement and lead standardized process for qualification of CRDMOs as per Clariant policies & SOPs. Manage individual product implementations and lead the overall process for toller selection and qualification, technology transfer & IP protection, trial production and customer products approval.
  • develop and monitor KPIs for 3rd party manufacturing activities and review CRDMOs performance on weekly/ monthly basis.
  • Supervise manufacturing processes and ensure in-spec product quality. Coordinate root causes investigating for non-conformance, define and track improve actions.
  • Implement cost-saving measures and improve operational efficiency. Ensure compliance with pharmaceutical and cosmetic GMP industry standards and regulations where applicable
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree or higher in Organic chemistry, engineering, or related field
  • Applied experience in Pharma and cosmetic GMP with Proven track record of project management & leadership
  • Experience in fine chemical production
  • Experience in process development & improvement
  • Ability to steer complexity cross functional teams
  • Ability and willingness to work conceptionally and hands on at the same time
  • Robust knowledge in Quality Management (preferable with min 5 years experience in a leading role in QM)
  • Trustful teamplayer - delivers to promise
Our Offer
Company Culture
  • Be part of an amazing team, who will be there to support you.
  • A forward-looking company, with a culture of innovation and a strong portfolio in sustainable technologies.
  • Ongoing Professional Development Opportunities
  • Inclusive Work Environment
  • Approachable Leadership
  • Long term growth opportunity
  • Work-Life Balance
  • Speak Up Culture
  • Women's Inclusion Network of Clariant (WIN)
Benefits
  • In-house Cafeteria & Subsidized meals
  • 30 Days Annual Paid Leaves
  • Clariant-Sponsored Annual Health Check-Up
  • Employee Wellbeing & Assistance Program
  • Group Medical Insurance, Group Personal Accident Insurance and Life Insurance
  • Maternity & Parental leave policies
  • Performance-Based Competitive Annual Bonus Plan
Your Contact
Adelaide D'Mello adelaide.dmello@clariant.com
Clariant is a Swiss-based global specialty chemicals company, which is concentrated and developed in three business units: Care Chemicals, Catalysts and Adsorbents & Additives. Our purpose as a company is reflected in our tagline "Greater chemistry - between people and planet", which considers the principles of customer, innovation and people orientation, as well as a focus on creating solutions to foster sustainability in different industries by offering high-value and high-performance chemical specialties.
At Clariant, we believe that diversity, equity and inclusion are essential to our success. We strive to cultivate a workplace where all employees feel welcomed, respected, supported, and valued. Our diverse workforce allows us to tap into a wealth of perspectives, experiences, and capabilities that drive innovation. We are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for professional growth and advancement across all levels of the organization, based on objective criteria and regardless of gender, gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, protected veteran status ,age, disability, sexual orientation or other aspects of diversity in accordance with the relevant governing laws. By bringing together talented individuals with diverse backgrounds and viewpoints, we gain the agility to meet the evolving needs of our global customers and communities. Join our team to help advance our mission of fostering a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive.
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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD3892778
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Andhra Pradesh, India
  • Education
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  • Experience
    Year