CareerPlan

Manager - New Product Introduction (NPI) and Manufacturing Execution System (MES)

US - California - Thousand OaksFull-time2026-11-11 → 2026-11-12

Core

Manage the Upstream New Product Introduction (NPI) and Manufacturing Execution System (MES) team to introduce new products and advanced technologies into the GMP drug substance supply plant.

Role type

Manager, Upstream NPI and MES

Builds

GMP drug substance for clinical trials and commercial production

Domain

Biotechnology / Bioprocessing

Required skills

Team management, GMP operations, New Product Introduction (NPI), Lean Transformation, Operational Excellence, Cross-functional project management, Technical data analysis, Regulatory compliance, Electronic Batch Record (EBR) management, Cell culture and chromatography knowledge

Preferred skills

Chemical/Industrial Engineering degree, PAS X and Werum software experience, Drug substance processing expertise, Coaching and mentoring, Cross-functional leadership

Technologies

PAS X, Werum

Responsibilities

Directly manage a team of Upstream NPI Specialists and MES Sr. Associates; Proactively assess team capabilities to meet evolving supply needs; Lead upstream area team meetings and drive alignment in business processes; Coordinate with cross-functional partners for new product and technology introductions; Champion Lean Transformation and OE initiatives; Collaborate with Regulatory and Quality partners for compliance; Drive a culture of inspection readiness.

Seniority

Manager, hands-on leadership