BDS Operational Resilience & Capacity Lead

Responsibilities

• Develop and sustain robust processes to ensure operational and process resilience, minimizing risk and enabling continuous manufacturing.
• Shape and implement operational strategies that align daily execution with the site’s long-term vision and objectives.
• Lead the evaluation and integration of advanced AI and digital tools to enhance efficiency, decision-making, and quality standards.
• Serve as the operational stakeholder for engineering, project management, and quality assurance to ensure seamless project delivery and process integration.
• Establish capacity models and scenario planning to protect supply continuity and enable future growth.
• Drive continuous improvement and lean initiatives to optimize productivity, sustainability, and operational reliability.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree (Master’s, PhD, MBA) in Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical Engineering, Life Sciences, or a related discipline.
• 8–10 years of senior leadership experience in biopharmaceutical operations, manufacturing, or technical oversight within a regulated environment.
• Proven track record in designing, commissioning, and managing drug substance manufacturing systems.
• Deep proficiency in process integration, automation, and CIP systems.
• Strong knowledge of biopharmaceutical industry standards and regulatory requirements (FDA, EMA, etc.).
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and liaise with diverse stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience introducing AI, real-time monitoring, and predictive analytics in GMP environments.
• Exposure to capacity modelling and integrated business planning within biologics manufacturing.
• Demonstrated ability to act as a change champion, guiding teams through evolving regulatory and process expectations.

About the Company

AstraZeneca is a global, science-led biopharmaceutical company that focuses on discovering, developing, and commercializing prescription medicines in Oncology, Rare Diseases, and BioPharmaceuticals. Our mission is to deliver life-changing medicines that transform the lives of patients.