Join our team as a Site Head for the St. Louis, MO, Cherokee CDMO, leading strategic planning and operations to optimise manufacturing and quality processes. Oversee a large team, drive process improvements, and ensure compliance with GMP standards. Ideal for experienced leaders in biotech or life sciences with a strong background in manufacturing and regulatory environments.
Site Head Cherokee, St Louis
requirements
Minimum Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in relevant technical discipline (Chemical Engineering, Immunology, Biochemistry, or related scientific discipline). • A minimum of 10-15 years' experience in Manufacturing/Operations/Quality in the Biotech/Life Science CDMO Industry. • A minimum of 5 years at a senior level leading an organization of significant size in a life science, GMP/FDA regulated industry such as pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical. • Experience with regulated products or services. • Strong cross-functional communication abilities across both Operations and Business communities, as well as customers. • Excellent management and communication skills at C-level as well as at operators’ level. • Excellent working knowledge of US and EU GMP regulations, and direct experience in communicating with regulatory authorities. • Leadership skills in managing change, influencing others outside areas of direct responsibility, attracting/developing talent. • Strong situational leadership - ability to couple high performance standards and can-do attitude with strong coaching and empowerment approach. • Ability and proven track record to build and grow high performing teams. • Interested and experienced in driving digitalization effort. • Strong problem-solving skills based on analytical strengths, active listening, and a diversity mindset . • Experience with troubleshooting and technology transfers. • Strong business acumen and experience with financial management. Preferred Qualifications: • Masters, PhD and/or MBA preferred. • Experience with common continuous improvement tools (e.g. six sigma). • Ideally participated in the design, construction and commissioning of expanding manufacturing facilities. • Ability to travel domestically and internationally, up to 10%. Pay Range for this position: $208,000 - $340,900 The offer range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base pay compensation for this position. The actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level of experience, education, skills, and other job-related factors. Position may be eligible for sales or performance-based bonuses. Benefits offered by the Company include health insurance, paid time off (PTO), retirement contributions, and other perquisites. For more information click here. What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress! Apply now and become a part of a team that is dedicated to Sparking Discovery and Elevating Humanity!