Requirements: English
Company: Panda International
Region: catalunya, spain , Catalonia
FDF Manager
For my client a leading pharmaceutical company in Barcelona, Spain, with a strong commitment to innovation and sustainable medicine manufacturing I am looking for an FDF Manager to play a key role in developing new processes for Finished Dosage Forms (FDF).
Job Description
- Reporting to the Laboratory Head, you wioll lead new product formulation and process development in collaboration with CDMOs by setting the strategic direction across all project phases.
- Be accountable for delivering against the business case mandate across the entire project scope.
- Coordinate cross-functional teams, manage deliverables, and report status through governance structures.
- Evaluate process quality and safety to ensure readiness for scale-up.
- Oversee technology transfer to manufacturing sites, collaborating with Tech Ops to ensure successful implementation.
- Lead collaborations with partners and CROs, bringing deep expertise in applied technologies.
- Ensure compliance with GMP and Safety regulations across all activities.
- Stay updated on internal and external industry developments, benchmarking technologies against competitors through literature and IP searches.
Key Responsibilities
- Achieve project milestones in line with project plans.
- Monitor and integrate data science methodologies to enhance process development.
- Foster a strong SHE (Safety, Health, and Environment) culture.
- Develop and optimize processes for Finished Dosage Forms (FDF).
- Demonstrate leadership in managing teams and cross-functional collaborations.
- Apply strong project management skills to ensure project success.
Key Requirements
- At least 10 years of experience in Pharmaceutical Technology, preferably in generics.
- Masters degree (MSc) in Technology, Pharmacy, Biochemistry, or a related field. An advanced degree is preferred.
- Extensive experience in pharmaceutical development from test to pilot or full-scale production.
- Strong knowledge of Quality and SHE (Safety, Health, and Environment) policies.
- Proven leadership and project management skills.
- Experience collaborating with international third parties (CDMOs, CROs, and partners).
- Successful track record in bringing generics to market.
Practicalities
- Location: Barcelona, Spain
- Duration: Permanent Position
- Start Date: ASAP
Sound interesting?
Send your CV to Khanyi Mabena at k.mabena@panda-int.com or contact her at +31 2020 44502.