Global CMO Clinical Packaging Site Manager

Roche Switzerland bridges the gap between pharmaceuticals and diagnostics. Important research and development functions are located here. For our long-term client, F. Hoffmann-La Roche AG in Basel, we are looking for a
Global CMO Clinical Packaging Site Manager 80-100%
Background:
This role is responsible for the operational and strategic management of clinical drug labeling, packaging, and device assembly outsourced to a global network of Contract Manufacturing Organizations (CMOs). Operating within a strictly regulated GxP/GMP environment, the position serves as the central operational link between internal supply chain functions, procurement, and external manufacturing partners.
The core focus encompasses end-to-end CMO project execution—from initial onboarding, RFPs, and SOW contracting to budget ownership, SAP order processing, and active S&OP representation. The goal is to ensure reliable, high-quality, and cost-effective clinical supply delivery to meet global trial timelines.
Tasks & Responsibilities:
CMO Site Management: Organize and oversee clinical drug labeling, packaging, and device assembly production outsourced to a global network of CMOs.
Project & Delivery Oversight: Proactively manage CMO project onboarding, communications, timelines, and delivery performance for outsourced clinical packaging orders to meet supply chain needs while adhering to cost and quality standards.
Procurement & Contracting: Partner with Procurement and key stakeholders to drive Request for Proposals (RFPs) and Statements of Work (SOWs), negotiate supply agreements, and select vendors.
Strategy & Budgeting: Support leadership in defining supply strategies for non-standard supply chains. Own the budgeting process and submission for CMO project variable costs.
Process Ownership & Governance: Establish team scope and division of responsibilities with upstream functions (e.g., device CMO team). Define, track, and report CMO team KPIs.
S&OP Representation: Actively drive network supply outcomes and represent the CMO function in the CD&OP process.
Managing operational orders, and master data in SAP
Supplier Relationship Management (SRM): Lead SRM activities and partner with CMOs to ensure long-term capability and capacity for predictable delivery.
Financial & Order Execution: Create and maintain Purchase Orders in the purchasing system, review/approve CMO invoices, and execute pre- and post-production order management in the ERP system.
Continuous Improvement: Identify and champion process improvement opportunities, applying technical expertise to resolve complex supply chain issues. Serve as an SME/primary contact for key strategic initiatives.
Must Haves:
Degree: BA/BS degree, preferably in a technical, business, or supply chain discipline. Master’s degree is a plus
Work Experience: 8+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, supply chain management, or manufacturing.
Domain Knowledge: Strong preference for experience in clinical drug manufacturing, clinical supply chain, or contract manufacturing management.
GMP Experience: Required.
IT / Tool Skills: Proficient knowledge and hands-on experience with SAP or equivalent ERP systems.
Language Skills: Excellent written and spoken English (required); basic German skills are beneficial.
Shift Flexibility: Flexibility to adapt to global working hours (e.g., starting as early as 7:00 AM for SSF teams or working until 6:00 PM for Switzerland-based teams).
Solid understanding of pharma supply chains, contract manufacturing, and clinical operations.
Proven project planning, project management, and resource management skills.
Strong leadership experience in taking projects from initiation through final delivery.
High cultural awareness and social competence for global stakeholder management.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and system-oriented skills with high attention to detail.
High integrity and the ability to operate independently with minimal direction.
Excellent cross-functional communication and presentation skills.
Nice to Have:
Professional certifications: APICS, SCOR, or equivalent relevant experience.
Process/Management training: PMP, Operational Excellence, Six Sigma, or Lean methodologies.
What you will be offered:
An opportunity to work in one of the world's most important pharmaceutical companies
Modern campus with plenty of green spaces and meeting areas
Central location in Basel
Varied job profile
Further training opportunities through temptraining
Working in a dynamic and motivated team
If you are interested please send your application documents addressed to Ms Marianne Buser.
Basel-Stadt Supply Chain Management APICS SCOR PMP SAP ERP Pharmaceutical Supply Chain GMP Clinical Packaging Labeling CMO