CareerPlan

Sterile Value Stream Operations Delivery Director

UK - County Durham - Barnard CastleFull-time2026-11-06 → 2026-11-10

Core

Lead end-to-end operational delivery, safety, quality, and continuous improvement for the Sterile Value Stream in a highly regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.

Role type

Senior IC Operations Delivery Director (Sterile Manufacturing)

Builds

Reliable supply of medicines and vaccines through optimized production, service, and schedule attainment.

Domain

Biopharmaceuticals / Sterile Manufacturing / Supply Chain

Required skills

Operational leadership in regulated environments, cGMP compliance, cross-functional coordination, safety and quality management, continuous improvement (Lean/Six Sigma), risk management, data-driven decision making, stakeholder influence, budget and productivity management.

Preferred skills

Advanced degree in Engineering/Pharmaceutical Sciences, Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, sterile/aseptic manufacturing experience, new product introduction/technology transfer experience, leading through delegated authority.

Technologies

GSK Production System, Lean, Six Sigma, robotics, digital solutions, artificial intelligence

Responsibilities

Support Value Stream Operations Manager and deputise when required; coordinate daily/weekly operational performance and escalations; drive production, service, and schedule commitments; provide safety and quality leadership for cGMP compliance; lead cross-functional resolution of operational constraints; support operating plans, budgets, and waste reduction; coordinate operational readiness for new products and capital projects; coach leaders and teams.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with strategic oversight