The position for Head of Formulation Development at Sandoz is a leadership role that involves overseeing the India SDC Formulation team and contributing to the company’s growth and innovation in generics and biosimilars. Below is a breakdown of the job and qualifications required for this role:
Job Description:
- Leadership & Management: Lead and manage the India SDC Formulation team, implementing global and local strategies. Align the team with key objectives, such as filings and launches, ensuring these targets are met efficiently.
- Project Planning & Execution: Translate SDC objectives into departmental project plans and ensure that resources (FTE, budget, capabilities) are optimized to meet agreed timelines and milestones.
- Development Activities: Oversee the development of formulation, manufacturing procedures, and packaging, taking product stability, bioequivalence, and production site considerations into account.
- Innovation & Quality: Develop new ideas and innovative solutions. Implement and monitor quality-related initiatives, such as Quality by Design (QbD), and ensure adherence to local quality plans in collaboration with Quality management.
- Regulatory Support: Work closely with the Regulatory Affairs department to compile dossiers and provide technical support during the product registration phase.
- Audits & Inspections: Support internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with cGMP, GDP, and other regulatory requirements.
- Talent Management: Focus on talent acquisition, succession planning, and development within the department. Actively coach direct reports to help them achieve their development goals.
Candidate Profile:
- Education: Basic degree in a scientific or relevant discipline. An advanced degree (PhD or equivalent) is desirable.
- Experience: A minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in pharmaceutical development with expertise in analytical methods and generic drug product development.
- Skills:
- In-depth knowledge of cGMP, quality management, and regulatory guidelines.
- Strong leadership and communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Basic knowledge in finance and business planning.
- Creative and innovative problem-solving abilities.
Additional Information:
- Location: Telangana (Sandoz)
- Industry: Pharma / Healthcare / Clinical Research
- Qualification: Basic degree (Advanced degree is a plus)
- End Date: 30th November 2024