Head of Technical Project Management, Zurich Switzerland

CSL Vifor is looking for a Head of Technical Project Management to build, lead and develop a state-of the-art team of Technical Project Managers. 

Reporting to the Head of Manufacturing Science and Technology Drug Product you will be responsible for managing a team of Technical Project Managers. 

Key Responsibilities  

• Manage the co-ordination of the technical life cycle management program for CSL Vifor and provide state-of-the-art project as well as program management skills for technical operations and lifecycle management projects 

• Management and development of a team of technical project managers to enable individual growth, excelling in their role and feed CSL’s talent pipeline 

• Initiation, design, oversight, driving and closure of projects within agreed timelines 

• Drive decision making in line with company strategy and line-management and/or prepare/ensure such decision making through adequate reporting team and concise & convincing stakeholder information 

• Ensure onboarding of development activities for the introduction of new/adapted processes/products according to the strategy, objectives and corporate planning 

• Representation of the technical timelines and budgets in cross-functional committees, senior management decision bodies 

• Continuous improvement of project management tools and processes  

• Oversight of budget for TechOps projects for the brands in alignment with the Global Brand Teams (end-2-end products) and R&D (development projects) including CAPEX management for both commercial as well as development projects.  

• Responsibility and oversight of the Technical Project Management budget  

• Build on internal & external networks and resources in the context of project management and CMC leadership  

• Maintenance of relationships with key internal colleagues, senior management as well as key individuals of selected partners (CDMOs, License givers) 

Skill & Experience 

Minimum Requirements 

• Scientific qualification, such as pharmacist, biotechnologist or chemical engineer, bachelor's degree, Master level or equivalent 

• Project and Program Management methodology eg. PMI, LEAN Six Sigma or equivalent/by experience 

• Languages: English fluently 

Preferred Requirements 

• Experience in leading a team (functional and line-management) 

• Experience in the management of interdisciplinary projects in an international environment 

• Experience in establishment and maintaining of program, project/portfolio management structure 

• Strong stakeholder management and engagement 

• Charismatic leader, able to convince people and unify teams behind a common goal 

• Advanced communication and negotiation skills 

• Advanced strategy understanding and mindset 

• Experience in Pharma CMC and GMP requirements 

• Experience with international companies and contractors 

• Strong Analytical skills 

This is a Hybrid role based in Zurich, Switzerland 

Closing date for Applications Friday 14th March 2025