Join a Market Leader Hovione is an independent family owned international group of companies. From the beginning, we have set ourselves above and apart through our innovative technological and productive capabilities, reaching a top spot in the world market as an integrated Contract Development and Manufacturing Company dedicated to helping Pharmaceutical Customers bring new and off-patent drugs to market. Our people are the main asset for our continued success. Reaching over 1950 team members, from 36 different nationalities, that are located across Asia, Europe and North America (Portugal, US, Macao, Ireland, China, Hong Kong, Japan, India, and Switzerland), including 4 production sites. Working at Hovione means reaching for innovation and excellence in everything we do: for our clients, our partners and, above all, our patients. That is why we are In it for life. Location: Site based in Hovione, Cork You will be responsible to: Lead the development and implementation of the site R&D strategy including alignment with the site objectives and Global R&D Responsibility for leading the development, scale-up, registration/validation of drug substance, particle engineering and drug development programs for our Cork site Promote the scientific excellence and innovation in the area and contribute with technical expertise to expand the Intellectual Property, product and technology portfolios. Establish the main objectives for the area, aligning these with R&D and Hovione’s corporate strategy Establish a clear site R&D strategy including resources, capital investment, new technologies etc in order to meet customer and business needs Ensure the development of safe, efficient, scalable, timely and cost-effective processes of commercial interest to Hovione Identify and assess new business opportunities, trends and market needs, in collaboration with commercial colleagues, and ensure the use of up to date / best technology, processes and work practices Facilitate and manage a culture of innovation within the group focused upon creating new technology value and solving existing technical challenges in alignment with the global R&D strategy Develop and manage metrics designed to monitor performance and improves efficiencies, quality and HSE culture within the area Devise and coordinate the implementation of new procedures or the change of existing ones, according to ruling COPs, SOPs and IOPs Represent the R&D area (or nominate delegates) on meetings with clients, external and internal audits and for Product/Project teams. Ensure the information flows between the R&D areas, the several internal and external customers and stakeholders Promote scientific activities (i.e. seminars, congress participations, innovation ideas, papers and publications), innovation and implementation of new methodologies within the R&D area Manage the R&D team including recruitment, integration, training needs and performance management in accordance with the company's HR policies and ensuring the team is aligned and motivated towards achieving Hovione's goals. Develop and propose for approval the short and mid-term goals, annual budget and budget plan in line with the corporate strategy, in order to align activities with Hovione'sstrategic objectives. Prepare and propose the annual area budget for the annual site R&D budget. Ensure compliance with GMP and HSE guidelines, internal and external requirements as well as promote the implementation and maintenance of Hovione´s policies, systems and procedures (COPs, HBR, SOPs and others) We are looking to recruit a Candidate: PhD or Masters’ degree in one of the following areas Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Sciences or related field. Minimum 8 - 10 years of relevant experience in Research & Development or Manufacturing Sciences in the Pharmaceutical Industry Demonstrated track record in building R&D capabilities, ideally within in a CDMO environment Client relationship experience Possess extensive knowledge of Heat Transfer, Scale-up, Process Safety and Industrial Operations, or of drug product unit operations, solids flow phenomena and process equipment principals and practices, and is able to lead others on them Good communication skills (verbal and written) Skilled at driving processes and tools Fluency in English is a requirement Must have the Knowledge, Experience and Skills to conduct their tasks in accordance with the rules and procedures set down. Hovione is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer Inclusion and diversity are key to us. At Hovione, that means a work environment where differences are valued, and everyone is treated with fairness and respect. We want all our team members worldwide to feel supported, respected, and have the opportunity to achieve their full potential, regardless of their age, gender, religion, disability, sexual orientation or ethnicity. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Join a Market Leader Hovione is an independent family-owned international group of companies. From the beginning, we have set ourselves above and apart through our innovative technological and productive capabilities, reaching a top spot in the world market as an integrated Contract Development and Manufacturing Company dedicated to helping Pharmaceutical Customers bring new and off-patent drugs to market. Our people are the main asset for our continued success. Reaching over 1950 team members, from 36 different nationalities, that are located across Asia, Europe and North America (Portugal, US, Macao, Ireland, China, Hong Kong, Japan, India, and Switzerland), including 4 production sites. Working at Hovione means reaching for innovation and excellence in everything we do: for our clients, our partners and, above all, our patients. That is why we are In it for life. You will be responsible to: Perform assembly, qualification and automation of facilities, equipment and utility systems according to regulatory demands (cGMPs, FDA requirements, etc.), industry applicable guidelines and internal procedures. Contribute to the continuous improvement of systems to improve operations, providing them with the necessary automation technologies, capacity, reliability and in compliance with cGMP and project specifications. In the early designing phases, guarantee that cGMP and HSE requirements and adequate Engineering solutions are incorporated in the URS and design specifications. Contribute to the design review phase of the Engineering projects to ensure that cGMP and adequate technical solutions are duly incorporated. Execute the construction, assembly, commissioning and qualification of complex Engineering projects. Create the installation plan and maintain a close follow up for Engineering Projects. Plan in advance to ensure the availability of necessary resources, internal and/or external, by balancing resources between multiple ongoing projects, to meet plans and to deliver the expected quality on time and on budget. Based on acquired experience, search, define and implement the most adequate technical solutions for unexpected challenges during the construction, assembly and commissioning & qualification of facilities without compromising the design concept and the process functionality, quality and systems. Report and escalate promptly any relevant deviations to plans or objectives, managing risk and uncertainty; anticipate and escalate/solve roadblocks in order to prevent deviations to the goals. Review on a weekly basis the progress of work including any pending items and deadlines. Be fully aware of specifications, drawings, work procedures and ensure the contractors receive the adequate documentation and training to perform the work correctly. Perform change control assessments as per defined standards and procedures in place. Ensure the change management system is applied correctly and confirm that prior to execution of any additional /extra work caused by scope changes, the proper authorization is obtained. Plan that relevant inspections and tests are performed in compliance with the Project standards or legal requirements. Participate, issue, revise and/or approve commissioning & qualification related documentation (i.e.: Protocols, Test Datasheets, Instrument Impact Assessment, Reports, etc.). Issue, approve and coordinate commissioning & qualification related documentation (i.e.: Protocols, Test Datasheets, Instrument Impact Assessment, Reports, etc.) and activities. When applicable, lead the external qualification contractors assuring the optimal use of their time/cost. Perform preparation of the commissioning and qualification activities in coordination with the involved areas (design engineering, assembly, automation, user area, QC and QAU) according to the defined standard and procedures in place. Guarantee the delivering of commissioned & qualified facilities that can meet user and technical requirements. Develop reliable solutions for any relevant deviations to plans or objectives and make quality and timely decisions within the Engineering tasks under her / his responsibility, based on multiple sources of data. On hand-over, guarantee that deliverables were fully commissioned and qualified, when applicable, and are meeting user requirements, cGMP guidelines, internal procedures and customer expectations. Promote a list of pending items with responsibilities and deadlines (punch list) that do not infringe installation compliance with cGMP and HSE guidelines. Support the training of the end user to ensure they make best use of the equipment. Register the user feedback for future learnings and prevent reoccurrence through coaching other team members and putting robust systems in place. Apply and develop knowledge of Engineering and participate in area processes, procedures and projects. Ensure all assigned tasks are planned and delivered on time, safely, efficiently, reliably and in a cost-effective manner. Guarantee the compliance to safety and legal rules on the field, coaching all resources involved and liaise with authorities whenever necessary. Participate of Audits performed by clients and health authorities, in the scope of the Qualification and Validation area. Lead functional teams or projects by coordinating and overseeing project team members and activities with involved areas. Coach, mentor and train less experienced members of the team. Develop knowledge within the Engineering team and play a lead role in defining area processes, procedures and projects. Issue policy documents (Engineering standards, SOPs, IOPs). Carry out assigned tasks and duties in a safe manner, in accordance with instructions, and to comply with environmental, health & safety rules/procedures, regulations and codes of practice. Execute professional activities in compliance with GMP, internal and external requirements as well as promote the implementation and maintenance of Hovione´s policies, systems and procedures (COPs, HBR, SOPs and others). We are looking to recruit a Candidate: University degree, or equivalent qualification in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil) or similar scientific field (mandatory). Extensive experience in installation management or equipment qualification, preferably with a focus in chemical plants or Pharmaceutical industry. Training and experience of GMP and HSE practices (mandatory). Advanced knowledge of legislation applicable to engineering projects and quality requirements applicable to technical installations. Advanced knowledge of equipment (Mechanical, E&I), of Quality, cGxPs, ICH, ISPE and ISO guidelines as well as experience on their application. Ability to respond to audits. Fluency in written and verbal English. Computer literate with good working knowledge of the MS Office package. Must have the Knowledge, Experience and Skills to conduct their tasks in accordance with the rules and procedures set down. Hovione is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer Inclusion and diversity are key to us. At Hovione, that means a work environment where differences are valued, and everyone is treated with fairness and respect. We want all our team members worldwide to feel supported, respected, and have the opportunity to achieve their full potential, regardless of their age, gender, religion, disability, sexual orientation or ethnicity. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Join a Market Leader Hovione is an independent family owned international group of companies. From the beginning, we have set ourselves above and apart through our innovative technological and productive capabilities, reaching a top spot in the world market as an integrated Contract Development and Manufacturing Company dedicated to helping Pharmaceutical Customers bring new and off-patent drugs to market. Our people are the main asset for our continued success. Reaching over 1950 team members, from 36 different nationalities, that are located across Asia, Europe and North America (Portugal, US, Macao, Ireland, China, Hong Kong, Japan, India, and Switzerland), including 4 production sites. Working at Hovione means reaching for innovation and excellence in everything we do: for our clients, our partners and, above all, our patients. That is why we are In it for life. You will be responsible to: Performs assembly, qualification and automation of facilities, equipment and utility systems according to regulatory demands (cGMPs, FDA requirements, etc.), industry applicable guidelines and internal procedures. Contributes to the continuous improvement of systems to improve operations, providing them with the necessary automation technologies, capacity, reliability and in compliance with cGMP and project specifications. In the early designing phases, guarantee that cGMP and HSE requirements and adequate Engineering solutions are incorporated in the URS and design specifications Contribute to the design review phase of the Engineering projects to ensure that cGMP and adequate technical solutions are dully incorporated Execute the construction, assembly, commissioning and qualification of complex Engineering projects Create the installation plan and maintain a close follow up for Engineering Project Plan in advance to ensure the availability of necessary resources, internal and/or external, by balancing resources between multiple ongoing projects, to meet plans and to deliver the expected quality on time and on budget. Based on acquired experience, search, define and implement the most adequate technical solutions for unexpected challenges during the construction, assembly and commissioning & qualification of facilities without compromising the design concept and the process functionality, quality and systems. Report and escalate promptly any relevant deviations to plans or objectives, managing risk and uncertainty; anticipate and escalate/solve roadblocks in order to prevent deviations to the goals Be fully aware of specifications, drawings, work procedures and ensure the contractors receive the adequate documentation and training to perform the work correctly Perform change control assessments as per defined standards and procedures in place Ensure the change management system is applied correctly and confirm that prior to execution of any additional /extra work caused by scope changes, the proper authorization is obtained. Plan that relevant inspections and tests are performed in compliance with the Project standards or legal requirements Participate, issue, revise and/or approve commissioning & qualification related documentation (i.e.: Protocols, Test Datasheets, Instrument Impact Assessment, Reports, etc.) Issue, approve and coordinate commissioning & qualification related documentation (i.e.: Protocols, Test Datasheets, Instrument Impact Assessment, Reports, etc.) and activities. Perform preparation of the commissioning and qualification activities in coordination with the involved areas (design engineering, assembly, automation, user area, QC and QAU) according to the defined standard and procedures in place Develop reliable solutions for any relevant deviations to plans or objectives and make quality and timely decisions within the Engineering tasks under her / his responsibility, based on multiple sources of data. Lead functional teams or projects by coordinating and overseeing project team members and activities with involved areas Develop knowledge within the Engineering team and play a lead role in defining area processes, procedures and projects. We are looking to recruit a Candidate: University degree, or equivalent qualification in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil) or similar scientific field (mandatory) Extensive experience in installation management or equipment qualification, preferably with a focus in chemical plants or Pharmaceutical industry. Training and experience of GMP and HSE practices (mandatory) Advanced knowledge of legislation applicable to engineering projects and quality requirements applicable to technical installations. Advanced knowledge of equipment (Mechanical, E&I), of Quality, cGxPs, ICH, ISPE and ISO guidelines as well as experience on their application. Fluency inwritten and verbalEnglish Hovione is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer Inclusion and diversity are key to us. At Hovione, that means a work environment where differences are valued, and everyone is treated with fairness and respect. We want all our team members worldwide to feel supported, respected, and have the opportunity to achieve their full potential, regardless of their age, gender, religion, disability, sexual orientation or ethnicity. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Join a Market Leader Hovione is an independent family-owned international group of companies. We have set ourselves apart through our innovative technological and productive capabilities, reaching a top spot in the world market as an integrated Contract Development and Manufacturing Company dedicated to helping Pharmaceutical Customers bring new and off-patent drugs to market. Our people are our main asset for continued success, with over 1950 team members from 36 different nationalities located across Asia, Europe, and North America (Portugal, US, Macao, Ireland, China, Hong Kong, Japan, India, and Switzerland), including 4 production sites. Working at Hovione means striving for innovation and excellence in everything we do: for our clients, our partners, and, above all, our patients. That is why we are In it for life. You will be responsible for: Hovione has launched its search for the organisation’s next generation of leaders through its 2025 Graduate Development Programme. Commencing September 2025, the programme is designed to equip high-performing graduates with the business skills and experience needed to excel in a leading Pharmaceutical company. As part of the programme, which includes exposure to multiple disciplines and business units, successful candidates will benefit from guided mentorship from within the business. In addition to critical project work and real responsibilities, candidates will participate in continued professional development through structured classroom training and self-directed learning modules with an external development body. The programme will last 18 months and offers a unique opportunity to grow and accelerate your career. As a Hovione Graduate you will: Progress through a defined programme gaining first-hand knowledge of our business. Expand your technical ability in a progressive and innovative working environment. Broaden your skills through personal development courses. Receive on-the-job training and mentoring from senior colleagues. Receive an extremely competitive salary. Benefit from free membership with our Sports & Social club. Enjoy a subsidised canteen, serving breakfast, lunch, and snacks. We are looking to recruit a Candidate: We are hiring highly qualified graduates across multiple disciplines and functions to develop our future leadership and technical expert talent pool. Graduate Profile Honours degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math). Demonstrated success in previous work experience, Co-op placement, or extracurricular activities. An ambitious and innovative team player with strong problem-solving skills. Take the first step towards a meaningful career! Closing Date for Applications: 7th January 2025 Interviews: January 2025 Start Date: September 2025 Hovione is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer Inclusion and diversity are key to us. At Hovione, this means a work environment where differences are valued, and everyone is treated with fairness and respect. We want all our team members worldwide to feel supported, respected, and have the opportunity to achieve their full potential, regardless of their age, gender, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or ethnicity. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Join a Market Leader Hovione is an independent family-owned international group of companies. From the beginning, we have set ourselves above and apart through our innovative technological and productive capabilities, reaching a top spot in the world market as an integrated Contract Development and Manufacturing Company dedicated to helping Pharmaceutical Customers bring new and off-patent drugs to market. Our people are the main asset for our continued success. Reaching over 1950 team members, from 36 different nationalities, that are located across Asia, Europe and North America (Portugal, US, Macao, Ireland, China, Hong Kong, Japan, India, and Switzerland), including 4 production sites. Working at Hovione means reaching for innovation and excellence in everything we do: for our clients, our partners and, above all, our patients. That is why we are In it for life. You will be responsible to: Achieve results through others via permanently assigned transversal management accountability. Manage projects in the allocated area and escalate complex issues to more senior colleagues or managers. It is recognized that the level of support required will increase when projects that are more complex are assigned. Project assignment will always be based on business need; however, preferentially, projects assigned will have a high degree of complexity including: a high cumulative sales/project cost value a high project control level up to a high customer segmentation level Proactively manage and take responsibility for the scope, cost, time, and quality of each project assigned. Deliver the project objectives (e.g., results, processes, products) through a structured approach in alignment with Company best practices in Project Management. Lead the project team to take decisions and influence key stakeholders with integrity, ultimately exceeding customer expectations. Participate in project team composition. Clarify project team roles and responsibilities and enable others to optimize their use of technical, management, and leadership skills. Communicate proactively and effectively internally and externally, building rapport with key stakeholders at all levels of the organization. Build and sustain motivation of the project team members and positive dynamics within the project team. Give timely and specific feedback to the project team members regularly, both positive and constructive. Develop knowledge related to project management methodologies, tools, and techniques. Master project management processes and tools. Manage complex projects/analysis with significant impact on business. Make quality and timely decisions based on multiple sources of data. Manage risk and uncertainty; anticipate and escalate roadblocks in order to prevent deviations from the goals. Follow all applicable GMP and HSE guidelines, internal and external requirements as well as promote the implementation and maintenance of Hovione’s policies, systems, and procedures (COPs, HBR, SOPs, and others). Carry out assigned tasks and duties in a safe manner, in accordance with instructions, and comply with environmental, health & safety rules/procedures, regulations, and codes of practice. We are looking to recruit a Candidate: Minimum degree level qualification required. Master’s degree in a Science or Engineering, or related field highly desired. Alternative business-related qualification (e.g., MBA) allied to customer-facing experience. Project Management qualification (e.g., PMP, Prince2, or equivalent) or education (highly advantageous). At least 5 years of relevant experience in an operational and/or scientific area within the Industry (highly desirable). Technical background preferred, or experience working in the Pharmaceutical Industry, especially in a CDMO environment. Experience in leading others in a project context. Comfortable in an environment of change and levels of uncertainty as befits complex development and manufacturing projects in a CDMO environment. Able to make decisions regarding prioritization of tasks, planning, quality of deliverables, and topics to communicate to external partners. Able to proactively manage risk and uncertainty; anticipates roadblocks in order to prevent deviations from the plan and proactively informs the customer when any changes and/or challenges arise. Good communication skills (verbal and written), allied to good presentation skills demonstrated towards customers but also internal stakeholders, including Senior Management of the Company. Skilled at managing processes and tools. Fluency in English is a requirement. Hovione is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer Inclusion and diversity are key to us. At Hovione, that means a work environment where differences are valued, and everyone is treated with fairness and respect. We want all our team members worldwide to feel supported, respected, and have the opportunity to achieve their full potential, regardless of their age, gender, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or ethnicity. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Join a Market Leader Hovione is an independent family-owned international group of companies. From the beginning, we have set ourselves above and apart through our innovative technological and productive capabilities, reaching a top spot in the world market as an integrated Contract Development and Manufacturing Company dedicated to helping Pharmaceutical Customers bring new and off-patent drugs to market. Our people are the main asset for our continued success. Reaching over 1950 team members, from 36 different nationalities, that are located across Asia, Europe, and North America (Portugal, US, Macao, Ireland, China, Hong Kong, Japan, India, and Switzerland), including 4 production sites. Working at Hovione means reaching for innovation and excellence in everything we do: for our clients, our partners, and, above all, our patients. That is why we are In it for life. You will be responsible to: Be responsible for the management of Process and/or Production works/projects assigned to the role on site. Active participation in new projects, technical transfers from other sites, development in scale up, and process improvements to established processes. Responsibilities: Implement all Process/Production related projects within the area of work in compliance with all relevant legislation and regulatory standards including HSE and Quality, and in accordance with the Project Engineering department ways of work. Participate in/lead technical transfer or process improvement projects for established processes utilizing best available technology, practices, and tools as appropriate at all times. These include the use of Lean Manufacturing Techniques, Risk Assessment Technology, Quality by Design, etc. Ensure all project risk assessments are carried out in a compliant manner in line with established SOPs and policies. Responsible for preparation and review of process engineering documentation including project plans and cost proposals, validation plans, and execution of validation activities in relation to projects, preparation of validation reports, etc., correctly in a timely manner, while liaising with the Quality Department as required. Responsible for on-time project delivery, projects delivered within budget, and maintenance of validation status for all project-related equipment to the required regulatory standards. Investigate and document process/production and project-related deviations, planned deviations, out-of-specification results, and implementation of agreed corrective actions as appropriate. Initiate, document, and process change controls for project process/engineering related matters as appropriate. Present a written monthly report to the Manufacturing Director providing details on agreed KPIs and metrics. We are looking to recruit a Candidate: BSc/BEng, MSc/MEng, PhD in chemical engineering or equivalent. Min 3-5 years’ experience working within the pharmaceutical industry. Tech transfer and start-up experience of multiple projects and products from early-stage development to commercial scale. Good capacity for the execution and coordination of all Production activities. Experience in equipment and technology design, selection, testing. Experience in technical manufacturing support. Result-driven, team player, able to deal with multiple projects/tasks. Strong problem-solving skills and solution-focused. Good sense of management and leadership. Experience in cGMP's and HSEE rules. Ability to interact with and be part of multi-disciplinary teams. Availability and ability to take ownership. Hovione is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer Inclusion and diversity are key to us. At Hovione, that means a work environment where differences are valued, and everyone is treated with fairness and respect. We want all our team members worldwide to feel supported, respected, and have the opportunity to achieve their full potential, regardless of their age, gender, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or ethnicity. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Join a Market Leader Hovione is an independent family owned international group of companies. From the beginning, we have set ourselves above and apart through our innovative technological and productive capabilities, reaching a top spot in the world market as an integrated Contract Development and Manufacturing Company dedicated to helping Pharmaceutical Customers bring new and off-patent drugs to market. Our people are the main asset for our continued success. Reaching over 1950 team members, from 36 different nationalities, that are located across Asia, Europe and North America (Portugal, US, Macao, Ireland, China, Hong Kong, Japan, India, and Switzerland), including 4 production sites. Working at Hovione means reaching for innovation and excellence in everything we do: for our clients, our partners and, above all, our patients. That is why we are In it for life. You will be responsible to: Contribute to the development of the Operational Excellence Roadmap to deliver the long-term needs of the organisation by leading the establishment of systems such as: Tiered Performance Management in production and supporting functions. Visual Management. Root Cause Problem Solving. Production Process Optimisation. Standardised Work including Leaders Standard Work. Lead the optimisation of Production, QC, Maintenance, and other supporting processes using fact-based analysis. Identify the areas for improvement through data analysis and direct observation. Identify the appropriate operational excellence tools to deliver and sustain these improvements. Lead the implementation of these tools addressing the adoption of new ways of working by team members as well as the technical application of tools. Play a leading role in the establishment of a culture and mindset of continuous improvement across the business: Influence team members across all levels of the organisation to adopt new ways of working. Coach team members to develop their continuous improvement skills. Implement the systems to reinforce a new way of working. Synthesise detailed analysis for ease of communication across the organisation, from the production floor to senior leadership. Participate in tiered performance management meetings in a coaching role. Execute professional activities in compliance with GMP and HSE guidelines, internal and external requirements as well as promote the implementation and maintenance of Hovione's policies, systems, and procedures (COPs, HBR, SOPs and others). Carry out assigned tasks and duties in a safe manner, in accordance with instructions, and to comply with environmental, health & safety rules/procedures, regulations and codes of practice. We are looking to recruit a Candidate: University, or equivalent, qualification in a field of Science or Engineering or similar scientific field (mandatory), Chemical / Process Engineering preferred. Lean / 6 Sigma black belt or equivalent experience. Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in Industry related Continuous Improvement Initiatives and in the application of cGMP's, ICH/CFR guidelines, ISO Norms and Industrial Safety guidelines. Strong Leadership and Influencing skills. Demonstrated track record of process optimization, continuous improvement, and business transformation projects. Experience in tools such as: Lean Manufacturing Improvement Tools. Process Mapping. DMAIC methodology. Statistical analysis. Process Plant Support. Deep specialized knowledge of Process Optimization with the ability to teach others. Knowledge and application of statistical tools with the ability to teach others. Demonstrated skills in training others. Fluency in English is a requirement. Computer literate with good working knowledge of the MS Office package. Must have the Knowledge, Experience and Skills to conduct their tasks in accordance with the rules and procedures set down. Hovione is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer Inclusion and diversity are key to us. At Hovione, that means a work environment where differences are valued, and everyone is treated with fairness and respect. We want all our team members worldwide to feel supported, respected, and have the opportunity to achieve their full potential, regardless of their age, gender, religion, disability, sexual orientation or ethnicity. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Join a Market Leader Hovione is an independent family owned international group of companies. From the beginning, we have set ourselves above and apart through our innovative technological and productive capabilities, reaching a top spot in the world market as an integrated Contract Development and Manufacturing Company dedicated to helping Pharmaceutical Customers bring new and off-patent drugs to market. Our people are the main asset for our continued success. Reaching over 1950 team members, from 36 different nationalities, that are located across Asia, Europe and North America (Portugal, US, Macao, Ireland, China, Hong Kong, Japan, India, and Switzerland), including 4 production sites. Working at Hovione means reaching for innovation and excellence in everything we do: for our clients, our partners and, above all, our patients. That is why we are In it for life. You will be responsible to: Business partnering function supporting Finance and the business. Defines and implements business processes that assess overall performance, identify business drivers, benchmark against relevant KPIs, identify improvement opportunities and promote business process optimization. Prepare, monitor and control the annual departmental budget under responsibility to ensure expenditure is in line with the company business plan. Administer all departmental financial and operational information in the appropriate systems. Develop and monitor business performance metrics for the department, acting as a partner of managers and directors and understanding the department or area strategic challenges. Execute regular and specific complex reports for the department related with operational and financial KPIs, as requested by managers and directors. Conduct forecasts with financial and operational information. Support project managers within the department, analyzing project costs to ensure that budgeted costs are in compliance. Conduct specific analysis related with the department, improving data reporting and analysis. Provide financial and accounting advice to directors and managers within the department. Master controlling processes and tools. Manage complex projects/ analysis with significant impact on business. Make quality and timely decisions based on multiple sources of data. Manage risk and uncertainty; anticipate and escalate roadblocks in order to prevent deviations to the goals. Execute professional activities in compliance with GMP and HSE guidelines, internal and external requirements as well as promote the implementation and maintenance of Hovione´s policies, systems and procedures (COPs, HBR, SOPs and others). We are looking to recruit a Candidate: University, or equivalent, qualification in Finance, Business Administration or similar field (mandatory). Typically requires 5-8 years of relevant experience as a controller or financial auditor. Experience on application of IFRSs. Advanced knowledge of finance and accounting with the ability to solve complex problems. Advanced knowledge of reporting tools. Knowledge of corporate governance. Fluency in English is a requirement. Computer literate with good working knowledge of the MS Office package. Hovione is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer Inclusion and diversity are key to us. At Hovione, that means a work environment where differences are valued, and everyone is treated with fairness and respect. We want all our team members worldwide to feel supported, respected, and have the opportunity to achieve their full potential, regardless of their age, gender, religion, disability, sexual orientation or ethnicity. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Join a Market Leader Hovione is an independent family-owned international group of companies. From the beginning, we have set ourselves above and apart through our innovative technological and productive capabilities, reaching a top spot in the world market as an integrated Contract Development and Manufacturing Company dedicated to helping Pharmaceutical Customers bring new and off-patent drugs to market. Our people are the main asset for our continued success. Reaching over 1950 team members, from 36 different nationalities, that are located across Asia, Europe and North America (Portugal, US, Macao, Ireland, China, Hong Kong, Japan, India, and Switzerland), including 4 production sites. Working at Hovione means reaching for innovation and excellence in everything we do: for our clients, our partners and, above all, our patients. That is why we are In it for life. You will be responsible for: Performing procurement and sourcing functions which may include but are not limited to short and long-term category strategy development, supplier development and innovation enablement, commodity/services/goods procurement, outsourcing and vendor selection as well as project material sourcing/planning/scheduling. Creating efficient integrated processes among internal functions and outside suppliers providing an efficient and transparent internal customer experience, compliant with quality assurance and sustainability requirements. Focusing resources on continuous improvement of the movement of materials through various processes and establishing key performance metrics and benchmarks to measure actual performance against goals on a regular basis. Promoting alignment by understanding and communicating business and customer needs and requirements through the organization. Conduct business analysis (market insights, consumption trends) Manage the assigned purchasing categories. Prepare documentation and ensure all systems are properly updated Prepare and issue requests for quotations Use SAP to ensure on-time management of all activities associated with acquiring and delivering supplies to the end users Manage Materials Budget under own responsibility Prepare benchmarking reports, RFx, assessments Review supplier commercial terms & conditions (quality, price, delivery time) Support the qualification of suppliers Ensure all administrative functions related to procurement Maintain contract databases and preferred vendor list updated Participate in change control evaluation as appropriate Participate in investigations, definition of corrective/preventive actions and deviations closing (as applicable) Collaborate in the revision of raw materials specifications (as applicable) Collaborate in Internal Quality and HSE audits Evaluate materials quality requirements Ensure all assigned tasks are properly planned and delivered on time, safely, efficiently, reliably and in a cost-effective manner Propose improvements to the area as appropriate and solve problems Make quality and timely decisions within the procurement tasks under their responsibility We are looking to recruit a Candidate: University degree, preferably a Master’s in Engineering, Life Sciences or Business Management Typically requires 3-5 years of relevant experience in a purchasing department, working primarily with chemicals Previous experience in supply chain roles (sourcing, procurement, logistics or supplier development) preferred Strong understanding and knowledge of procurement and negotiation principles Fluency in English is a requirement Hovione is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer Inclusion and diversity are key to us. At Hovione, that means a work environment where differences are valued, and everyone is treated with fairness and respect. We want all our team members worldwide to feel supported, respected, and have the opportunity to achieve their full potential, regardless of their age, gender, religion, disability, sexual orientation or ethnicity. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Join a Market Leader Hovione is an independent family owned international group of companies. From the beginning, we have set ourselves above and apart through our innovative technological and productive capabilities, reaching a top spot in the world market as an integrated Contract Development and Manufacturing Company dedicated to helping Pharmaceutical Customers bring new and off-patent drugs to market. Our people are the main asset for our continued success. Reaching over 1950 team members, from 36 different nationalities, that are located across Asia, Europe and North America (Portugal, US, Macao, Ireland, China, Hong Kong, Japan, India, and Switzerland), including 4 production sites. Working at Hovione means reaching for innovation and excellence in everything we do: for our clients, our partners and, above all, our patients. That is why we are In it for life. You will be responsible to: Delivers win-win cost-effective solutions on time and in full through focused project teams speaking in one voice, working in an efficient and collaborative environment, thereby leading to long-term sustainability with satisfied stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, sponsors and team members. Lead the project teams, plan, set priorities, monitor and control, and take the decisions that result in delivery as per the agreed scope, budget and timeline. Maximizing financial performance and optimizing customer satisfaction are central to the function. Manage capex projects in the allocated area and escalate complex issues to more senior colleagues or managers. It is recognized that the level of support required will increase when projects that are more complex are assigned. Project assignment will always be based on business need, however, preferentially, projects assigned will have a medium to high degree of complexity. Deliver the project objectives (e.g. results, processes, products) through a structured approach in alignment with industry or Company best practices. Lead the project team to take decisions and influence key stakeholders with integrity. Participate in project team composition and selection. Clarify project team roles and responsibilities and enable others to optimize their use of technical, management and leadership skills. Communicate proactively and effectively internally and externally, building rapport with key stakeholders. Build and sustain motivation of the project TMs and positive dynamics within the project team. Give timely and specific feedback to the project TMs regularly, both positive and constructive. Develop knowledge related to PM methodologies, tools and techniques. Manage risk and uncertainty; anticipate and escalate roadblocks in order to prevent deviations to the goals. Follow all applicable GMP and HSE guidelines, internal and external requirements as well as promote the implementation and maintenance of Hovione´s policies, systems and procedures (COPs, HBR, SOPs and others). We are looking to recruit a Candidate: Minimum degree level qualification required. Master´s degree in Engineering is required. Alternative business-related qualification (e.g. MBA) allied to customer facing experience Project Management qualification (e.g. PMP, Prince2 or equivalent) or education (highly advantageous) Typically requires 5 years of relevant experience in an operational and / or scientific area within the Industry (highly desirable) Technical background preferred, or experience working in the Pharmaceutical Industry, especially CDMO environment Able to demonstrate mastery of Project Management processes and tools through proven experience in a PM function (mandatory) Experience in leading others in project context Comfortable in an environment of change and levels of uncertainty as befits complex development and manufacturing projects in a CDMO environment Able to carry out a proactive risk – impact analysis of project resources, including but not limited to, human resources, equipment, materials and raw materials to plan for success Strong communication skills (verbal and written), allied to good presentation skills demonstrated towards customers but also internal stakeholders, including Senior Management of the Company Fluency in English is a requirement Hovione is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer Inclusion and diversity are key to us. At Hovione, that means a work environment where differences are valued, and everyone is treated with fairness and respect. We want all our team members worldwide to feel supported, respected, and have the opportunity to achieve their full potential, regardless of their age, gender, religion, disability, sexual orientation or ethnicity. #J-18808-Ljbffr
