Manager – API Production

Job Description

We are looking to hire a key resource to join the newly established External Supply Operations team at Fermion who would carry responsibility for managing strategic partners performance, improve cross-functional collaboration and implement development project outcomes in co-operation with Fermion’s functions.

We are looking for a positive, energetic and proactive person, who accepts demanding goals and shows drive and determination towards fulfilling them. A positive can-do attitude with excellent co-operation and networking skills are essential to have in this role. You are analytical and your strong business mindset will drive your daily priorities.

This position will be located at Orion’s office in Mumbai to be as close as possible to strategic partners and their sites in India. In daily work, you will collaborate closely with Fermion’s key stakeholders. This role will also include occasional travelling to Finland to familiarize with the production sites in Hanko and Oulu.

Dotted reporting will be to the ESO Director in Finland and direct reporting will be to Head – Own Production Procurement in India.

Summary Of Responsibilities

• Join Fermion External Supply Operations and collaborate closely with the Fermion External Supply Operations Director
• Provide operational oversight of, and troubleshooting support to, CMOs to ensure all deliverables meet or exceed Fermion and regulatory requirements (including but not limited to successful execution of manufacturing operations, on-time shipments, quality compliance and cost management)
• Become an advocate for the CMO, facilitating issue resolution as needed, by bridging the internal and external teams.
• To assist with operational tasks concerning our partners, including areas such as operations, projects, quality control, and quality assurance.
• To visit our partners' sites on regular basis
• Coordinate projects implementation in co-operation with Fermion’s functions
• Follow up on supplier performance and development according to the set targets
• Work closely for transfers of intermediates (control of pilot, trial and validation batches) with R&D, QC/QA and Production specialists
• Control of partners’ production according to the given guidance /orders
• Build and maintain strategic relationships within the CMO organization as well as key internal stakeholders.
  
  

Primary Skills

• Proven experience of 8-10years in API production management or shop floor operations.
• Willingness to travel frequently to production sites and supplier locations. Strong knowledge of production processes, materials handling, and supply chain management.
• Experience managing external supplier relationships and handling logistics coordination.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail with a proactive approach to solving issue
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships at all levels.
• Having knowledge of unit operations in chemical processes is an advantage.
• A teammate able to collaborate with multi-functional departments.
• Strong leadership and an innate ability to collaborate and build relationships is critical.
  
  

This Job Offers

• Gain Practical, on-the-ground experience in managing day-to-day shop floor operations, which includes overseeing processes, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring quality and safety standards.
• The job involves coordination with various departments, strengthening collaboration and communication abilities.
• Frequent site visits to production sites and supplier locations will broaden the candidate’s exposure to different environments and challenges in manufacturing.
• Great opportunity to become part of the wholly owned subsidiary of globally operating Orion Group
• Possibility to utilize your own strengths with the support of the professionals
• Flexible, high spirit working environment where your skills are appreciated
• Good work-life balance with Hybrid way of working
  
  

Education

Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing, Engineering or a related field (or equivalent experience).

Fermion, a wholly owned subsidiary of globally operating Orion Group