Head of Regional TechOps Execution

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in North Carolina.

📋 Description

• Oversee Manufacturing & Supply and CMC Science & Technology operations within Sobi’s US external CMO/CLO network.

• Ensure consistent, compliant, and timely supply from manufacturers, laboratories, packaging facilities, and warehouses.

• Lead a regional team consisting of approximately 10–30 full-time employees.

• Align global strategy with regional implementation and foster effective supplier partnerships.

• Establish direction and priorities, empower the team, and ensure successful execution.

• Hold the team accountable for dependable on-time, in-full deliveries from US regional suppliers, CMOs, CLOs, packaging facilities, and warehouses.

• Collaborate with global and regional TechOps functions to ensure compliant, dependable, and cost-effective supply.

• Track and enhance regional KPIs related to supply, quality, compliance, cost, productivity, and technical performance.

• Report outcomes and corrective measures to Global Functions.

• Develop supplier partnerships and manage daily operational relationships within the framework of global supplier governance.

• Offer Science & Technology support and mobilize technical expertise to address CMO/CLO challenges.

• Collaborate with local QA and CMC Regulatory on compliant supply, deviation investigations, change controls, and CAPAs.

• Monitor and analyze process and analytical method data to identify technical risks and opportunities for improvement.

• Provide oversight for regional Virtual Plant Teams and regional manufacturing and supply initiatives, including tech transfers and product launches.

• Represent regional CMO/CLO needs in global decision-making and escalate material supply risks as necessary.

• Optimize the allocation of regional resources across solid-line and dotted-line personnel.

• Attract, develop, and retain regional talent while nurturing a connected, accountable One TechOps culture.

⛳️ Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industries, encompassing technical operations, manufacturing, and supply.

• Proven track record in leading high-performing teams within complex, cross-functional, and international settings.

• Extensive experience in external manufacturing, supplier management, and virtual plant networks, including CMOs, CDMOs, CLOs, and 3PLs.

• Strong understanding of cGMP, quality and regulatory standards, clinical and commercial manufacturing, and technical lifecycle management.

• Excellent communication skills, strong analytical judgment, and decisive decision-making abilities.

• Proficient in English.

• Proficiency in Spanish and/or Portuguese is a plus.

• Willingness to travel frequently to Sobi offices.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary package.

• Generous vacation policy.

• Focus on work/life balance.

• Collaborative and team-oriented workplace culture.

• Competitive 401(k) matching contributions.

• Tuition reimbursement opportunities.

• Wellness reimbursement programs.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• Additional recognition awards for outstanding performance.

• Short-term bonuses.

• Long-term bonuses.