Site Director

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Site Head to lead a flagship pharmaceutical manufacturing site in Europe. The successful candidate will have full responsibility for site operations, driving performance, compliance, and culture across a workforce of over 700 employees. This is a critical leadership role with accountability for operational excellence, financial performance, regulatory compliance, and strategic growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership & Strategy
• Provide overall leadership for the site, setting clear vision, objectives, and culture.
• Develop and implement long-term strategies aligned with company growth, client needs, and regulatory expectations.
• Operational Excellence
• Ensure reliable, efficient, and cost-effective manufacturing of APIs to meet global client demand.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across quality, productivity, and safety.
• Champion digitalisation, sustainability, and lean manufacturing practices.
• Regulatory & Quality Compliance
• Maintain compliance with GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice), EHS (Environment, Health & Safety) and all applicable international regulations.
• Act as the senior contact for regulatory inspections and client audits.
• Financial Accountability
• Own the site P&L, ensuring delivery of budgetary and financial performance targets.
• Oversee investment planning, capital projects, and cost-optimisation initiatives.
• People & Culture
• Lead, inspire, and develop a diverse workforce.
• Build a high-performance culture based on safety, accountability, collaboration, and innovation.
• Implement robust succession planning and talent development programmes.
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Represent the site to senior company leadership, clients, regulators, and local community stakeholders.
• Act as a visible ambassador of the company’s values and mission.

Qualifications & Experience

500 employees.