Position Summary The person in this role will develop and drive the Alexion Operations (AO)Product strategyin alignment with Alexion Product vision andoptimize performancealong the AO value chain by managing complexity and driving product strategic decisions with senior management within AO Operations & Executive Leaders to ensurecost-effective,reliable supplyacross lifecycle of a product.
The position has end-to-end accountability for allproduct related aspects and can make / propose the right enterprise tradeoffs.
The person in this role will act as the single point of contact within AO for the product, ensuring arobust, timely, high-qualitysupply, which will ultimately lead in the cost evolution of the product with AO Manufacturing Facilities.
Principal Responsibilities Defines and executes theProduct Supply Strategy, Life-Cycle Management Strategy, Product Risk management and Product Roadmapto ensure robust, high quality and on-time supply in alignment with stakeholders (commercial, R&D & Patient). Oversee Product KPIs across product life cycle.This includes responsibility for developing and controlling the Product:Long term demand and Network planningcost leadership / TPC Roadmap, with focus on efficiency gains, supply network optimization.E2E Pipeline Lead Time / TPT reduction,Inventory Optimization plan and write off minimization.Business Continuity & Risk strategy.Product strategy representativewithin AO and for AO as the Interface with associates across the business (Commercial, GPT/ GMT), Global Drug Development and Global Drug Regulatory Affairs, etc.Leadcross-functional product teamin a matrix organization across AO, R&D, Commercial, Quality & Patient Experience.Implements and Leads theCost Leadership programwith the focus of efficiency gain, supply network optimization and business continuity.Lead theProduct Evaluationfor Supply point decision, for New Products & New Indications with focus on complexity reduction.Liaise withManufacturing Head, ensuring optimal site allocation, drug substance manufacture, DP filling, packaging, device assembly, launch and commercialization.Liaise withTechnical Ops Head, ensuring the process improvement for the Product are aligned with the Product strategy and driving to become best in Class in the Industry.Defines integrated strategic and operationalproduct specific manufacturing planswith the objective to optimize value, time and resources and ensure strong execution of plans; leads scenario evaluation for different supply options.Identifieslife cycle managementevents for products, e.g. launches, site changes, process improvements, capacity expansions, new presentations, issue resolution and technology transfers.LeadNew Product LaunchProject Team and ensures successful launch readiness.Leads end-to-endProduct Allocationfor Product programs according to the guiding principles for Product allocation. Drives product Allocation process for Product programs to assure Product Supply Strategy and Product vision for Alexion.Co-ordinatesescalations and resolutionfor major deviations, crisis management and acts as interface for the Product in the Commercial S&OP for the relevant products.ProvidesProduct Reportsto respective executive teams, facilitates pro-active communication and timely decision making.Ensure compliance withGMP and regulatoryrequirements (including record management) and continuous improvement of quality relevant processes within area of responsibility.Support any new business development deals and opportunities acting as the SPL on the integration teamQualifications A minimum of 10 years Pharmaceutical experience overseeing Manufacturing operations, Supply Chain operations and/or CMC, with multiple areas of expertise preferredAbility to lead in a complex matrix environment dealing with continued change and conflicting prioritiesAbility to bridge between scientific, technical and commercial functions for effective collaboration and driving resultsDemonstrated ability to manage life cycle projects of high complexity (NPI, pruning, divestment, integration)Solid understanding of Standard Manufacturing costs desirableEducation Business or Science Degree required. 10+ years. equivalent multi / cross functional experienceAstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.
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