Job Description

Job Title

Director, Contract Manufacturing

Requisition

JR000015843 Director, Contract Manufacturing (Open)

Location

Chicago, IL

Additional Locations

New York, NYWorking closely with our external partners, this role will be accountable for the continuity of supply of products and provide oversight into the terms and deliverables of our contracts with a focus on continuous improvement and driving activities to deliver the business goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership of the cross functional External Supply Operations Team (ESOT)
• Accountable for driving CMO and Keenova performance improvement against the agreed KPI's
• Monitoring performance of the CMO and Keenova against the Supply Agreement
• Accountable for the delivery of key projects related to continuous improvement, business continuity or new product launch.
• The role of Brands Operations Lead is accountable for all activities in Operations and Quality, which support the launch plan.
• Ensures compliance with the Supplier Relationship Management procedure, which includes the leadership and facilitation of formal Performance Reviews and Annual Business Reviews.
• Accountable for leading the GES Risk Management process within the scope of a specific value chain in compliance with standard procedure.
• Participate actively in the Brands Team as required representing Operations and Quality
• Drives continuous improvement through recognizing opportunities and using OpEx tools to yield improvements
• Accountable for managing spending against the approved budget
• Accountable for recognizing opportunities for cost savings and implementing actions to realize these savings.
• Support due diligence and integration activities as required

Qualifications:

Education

• Science / Engineering degree required. Advanced degree preferred.

Experience

• At least ten years of experience in manufacturing operations ideally within the scope of medical device and pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• A successful track record of achieving growth and profitability targets in manufacturing operations, including reducing direct/indirect costs while increasing operational efficiency, productivity and quality.
• Extensive experience with manufacturing process improvement, including budget management, facility enhancement and improvements, lead time reduction, workflow enhancements and capacity management planning.
• Experience and training in a recognized quality system such as SPC, Six Sigma, Total Quality Management, Lean Manufacturing or ISO processes.
• Strong financial acumen and demonstrated strategic planning skills and the ability to successfully communicate in a global organization.
• Proven track record of working effectively with third party manufacturers.
• Experience in medical device or pharmaceutical environments strongly preferred
• Experience in working with complex medical disposables, sterilizations and packaging is highly desired.

Preferred Skills

• Team Leadership
• Proven ability to work with Ambiguity
• Broad Technical Experience including medical device manufacture
• Presentation skills
• Influencing skills
• Relationship Skills
• Excellent Communication skills
• Negotiating Skills
• Self-Motivator
• Decision Maker

Organizational Relationship/Scope:

Reports to: VP, Global Supply Chain, Ext Manufacturing & Business Operations

Working Conditions:

Travel: 20% - 60%, Ability to travel by air, car, etc. Travel will be required to visit CMO and supplier sites and Keenova locations. This is a field-based position that will require a home office setup.

Job Location

US Based (EST/CST)

Keenova offers employees a Total Rewards package which includes competitive pay and benefits. To learn more about our Total Rewards benefits please visit: Keenova Careers | Serve and Grow with Purpose | Keenova

The expected base pay range for this position is $184K - $213K Please note that base pay offered may vary depending on factors including job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

This position is eligible for a bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable program. Bonuses are awarded at the Company’s discretion.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. Management reserves the right to change or modify such duties as required.

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At Keenova, we believe that no one should be alone in their pursuit of better health. This purpose drives us as we pair quality therapeutics with human support—showing up in big moments and small to help patients find comfort and confidence.

We bring deep expertise and resolve to every therapeutic area we serve, including immunology, urology, men’s health, orthopedics, critical care, and pediatric endocrinology. We work with patients, care partners, and physicians to help them navigate healthcare system complexity and access therapies that make a meaningful difference.

We are Keenova—keen to solve, keen to serve. Learn more at www.keenova.com