Senior Director of Production (Pharmaceuticals, Copenhagen)

Job summary

Lead a critical production area focused on liquid and sterile products, ensuring quality, compliance, and delivery that impacts patients globally. This leadership role requires balancing operational excellence with strategic direction in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• M.Sc. degree in business, engineering, pharmacy, natural sciences, or a related field.
• Over 10 years of management experience, preferably with a background in leading through leaders.
• Extensive experience in a highly regulated industry, with a strong understanding of GxP requirements; experience in aseptic production is a plus.
• Proven track record of achieving Operational Excellence results.
• Ability to adapt leadership style and explore diverse perspectives.
• Strong decision-making and prioritization skills.
• Proficiency in English is required; Danish is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of 40 employees to deliver liquid and sterile products with high quality and cost efficiency.
• Optimize and develop production areas to meet future product demands and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure compliance with GMP/GxP standards and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance, Supply Chain, Engineering, and global stakeholders to balance competing priorities.
• Manage budget planning and execution for operational expenses and investments.

Skills

• Strong analytical mindset.
• Excellent leadership and team development abilities.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.

Education

• M.Sc. degree in a relevant field.

Tools

• Familiarity with production management tools and compliance systems in a pharmaceutical context.