Job Title: General Manager
Location: Swindon, UK
Position Summary:
Catalent, Inc. is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) whose mission is to develop, manufacture, and supply products that help people live better and healthier lives. Catalent is dedicated to delivering unparalleled service to pharma, biotech, and consumer health customers, supporting product development, launch, and full life-cycle supply. With time-tested experience in development sciences, delivery technologies, and multi-modality manufacturing, Catalent supports the acceleration of development programs and the launch of more than a hundred new products every year. Powered by thousands of scientists and technicians and the latest technology platforms at more than 40 global sites, Catalent supplies billions of doses of life-enhancing and life-saving treatments for patients annually.
The General Manager (GM) is responsible for the site P&L, compliance, administrative, and quality of the business. The GM is responsible for fostering an environment of continuous improvement with emphasis on maintaining both a positive and energetic and safe workplace, as well as providing a high level of customer satisfaction regarding on-time delivery, first-pass quality, and Operational Excellence. The GM demonstrates a high level of leadership, vision, and business acumen within the organization. The key to this role is being able to balance the role as leader of a scientific development site with heavy involvement and customer interaction at both the early business development phase and supporting customers in the commercial phase of the relationship.
The Role:
Direct the development, growth and ongoing profitability of the site, by ensuring that the site is properly staffed to meet customer demand with the appropriate capabilities to support the business strategies and P&L objectives.
Work with the VP/GM and functional leaders in the development of the annual revenue plan and working budget for the site. Establish the priorities for future investments to capitalize on enhancing current and future customer service opportunities. Provide technical direction and support to marketing group by providing project work plans, timetables, and costs, and securing high quality customer-funded projects through preparation of technical presentations and participation at customer's meetings.
Develop and implement an effective communication strategy to present the technologies and services of the site to customers.
Develop and implement a review and reporting process for the site to evaluate progress against business and budget objectives, and to discuss and decide future priorities and resources.
Ensure future growth of the site through an active involvement with Business Development in developing a R&D pipeline and executing on growth projects. Drive a culture of continuous improvement through the effective use of Operational Excellence tools and approaches.
Ensure site compliance with GMP standards, with customers and external government agencies and other regulatory requirements.
Ensuring that all interactions and engagements are carried out with the highest ethical and professional standards and that all work is accomplished with quality and in accordance with Catalent values.
Other duties as assigned.
The Candidate: BS/MS in classic sciences, pharmacy or other related disciplines. MS, MBA or PhD preferred but not required.
Extensive experience (10+ years) in pharmaceutical manufacturing operations, with a strong track record of driving successful change utilizing advanced lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies. Financial/commercial acumen and a track record of P&L management.
The successful candidate will have a demonstrated track record of driving successful change utilizing advanced lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
Good technical skills to understand manufacturing processes, including basic knowledge of engineering, chemistry, and microbiology principles and practices. A good working knowledge of GMP, ISO 9000, and other applicable regulatory requirements is a must. Ability to quickly evaluate the talent and operations and lead changes required.
Ability to drive results and work effectively in a lean environment & understands what is needed to be in a competitive leadership position.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams.
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Work with the VP/GM and functional leaders in the development of the annual revenue plan and working budget for the site. Establish the priorities for future investments to capitalize on enhancing current and future customer service opportunities. Provide technical direction and support to marketing group by providing project work plans, timetables, and costs, and securing high quality customer-funded projects through preparation of technical presentations and participation at customer's meetings.
Develop and implement an effective communication strategy to present the technologies and services of the site to customers.
Develop and implement a review and reporting process for the site to evaluate progress against business and budget objectives, and to discuss and decide future priorities and resources.
Ensure future growth of the site through an active involvement with Business Development in developing a R&D pipeline and executing on growth projects. Drive a culture of continuous improvement through the effective use of Operational Excellence tools and approaches.
Ensure site compliance with GMP standards, with customers and external government agencies and other regulatory requirements.
Ensuring that all interactions and engagements are carried out with the highest ethical and professional standards and that all work is accomplished with quality and in accordance with Catalent values.
Other duties as assigned.
The Candidate: BS/MS in classic sciences, pharmacy or other related disciplines. MS, MBA or PhD preferred but not required.
Extensive experience (10+ years) in pharmaceutical manufacturing operations, with a strong track record of driving successful change utilizing advanced lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies. Financial/commercial acumen and a track record of P&L management.
The successful candidate will have a demonstrated track record of driving successful change utilizing advanced lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
Good technical skills to understand manufacturing processes, including basic knowledge of engineering, chemistry, and microbiology principles and practices. A good working knowledge of GMP, ISO 9000, and other applicable regulatory requirements is a must. Ability to quickly evaluate the talent and operations and lead changes required.
Ability to drive results and work effectively in a lean environment & understands what is needed to be in a competitive leadership position.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams.
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