Senior Vice President, Operations

Responsibilities

• Lead and scale end-to-end operations including manufacturing, supply chain, and logistics
• Lead facility design, equipment qualification, process validation, and technology transfer
• Drive operational excellence via automation, lean manufacturing, and continuous improvement
• Develop and execute regulatory strategies to support product commercialization
• Design and implement quality systems compliant with USP, ISO 17034, ISO 13485, ISO 9001, and cGMP
• Establish and optimize demand planning, inventory management, and S&OP processes
• Lead supplier qualification, auditing, and performance management
• Oversee logistics, distribution, and cold chain management

Requirements

• Advanced degree (PhD, MS, or equivalent) in Life Sciences, Engineering, or related field
• 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in biotechnology or medical device industries
• Proven track record in scaling operations, manufacturing, and supply chain functions
• Deep expertise in biotechnology manufacturing, regulatory affairs, and quality systems
• Experience with cell-based products or cell mimic materials
• Strong knowledge of ISO standards, USP, and cGMP requirements
• Expertise in Netsuite or similar ERP systems

About the Company

Slingshot Biosciences is a fast-growing life sciences company with a platform technology and paradigm-shifting mission to make precision-engineered cell mimics the gold standard for all cell-based assay controls. Our mission is to make healthcare more accessible around the world by advancing cell biology to develop innovative solutions for human health.