Head of Operations Aubagne (F/M)
Core
Lead strategic operations for a large-scale biopharma manufacturing site, overseeing manufacturing, continuous improvement, supply chain, and EHS to ensure safe, compliant, and cost-effective production.
Role type
Senior Operations Director (Manufacturing)
Builds
Production output and operational excellence for biopharma manufacturing
Domain
Biopharma / Regulated Manufacturing
Required skills
Manufacturing operations leadership, GMP compliance, EHS management, Supply chain optimization, Production planning, Cross-functional team leadership, Change management, Data-driven decision making, Root cause analysis, Cost control
Preferred skills
Advanced degree in Engineering or Life Sciences, Experience in biotech/biopharma, Fluency in local site language
Technologies
ERP systems, Manufacturing execution systems, Data analytics tools
Responsibilities
Oversee material, labor, and equipment availability to deliver production plans; Monitor site performance metrics and lead corrective actions; Ensure compliance with EHS and regulatory standards; Lead integration of new technologies and process improvements; Foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.