Job Description

Job Title: General Manager, Dartford

Location: Dartford, UK

Position Summary

Catalent Micron Technologies specialises in particle size reduction technologies and integrated analytical services for the pharmaceutical industry. It is equipped with advanced systems to handle highly potent and cytotoxic compounds in commercial volumes as well, and provide leading analytical services associated with particle size engineering and material characterization testing from early stage development to commercialization.

The General Manager, Dartford, is a multidimensional role requiring exceptional leadership and operational skills. It is responsible for the site P&L, quality, compliance, execution, and administration of the Catalent Micron Technologies business. This site has 65 employees working across Quality, Customer Service, Supply Chain, Technical/Project Management and Manufacturing.

The Role

Direct the development, growth and ongoing profitability of the site, by ensuring that the site is properly staffed to meet customer demand with the appropriate capabilities to support the business strategies and P&L objectives.

Work with the VP and functional leaders in the development of the annual revenue plan and working budget for the site.

Develop and implement an effective communication strategy to present the technologies and services of the site to customers.

Develop and implement a review and reporting process for the site to evaluate progress against business and budget objectives, and to discuss and decide future priorities and resources.

Establish and build effective liaisons/relationships at appropriate levels with customers. Drive a culture of continuous improvement through the effective use of Operational Excellence tools and approaches.

Ensure future growth of the site through an active involvement with Business Development in developing a pipeline of products/services and executing on growth projects.

Ensure site compliance with GMP standards, with customers and external government agencies and other regulatory requirements.

With the VP Operations establish the priorities for future investments to capitalize on enhancing current and future customer service opportunities. Provide technical direction and support to marketing group by providing project work plans, timetables, and costs, and securing high quality customer-funded projects through preparation of technical presentations and participation at customer\'s meetings.

The Candidate

BS/MS in classic sciences, pharmacy or other related disciplines. MS, MBA or PhD preferred but not required

Extensive experience in Pharmaceutical R&D, Product Development, GMP environment

The successful candidate will have a demonstrated track record of driving successful change utilizing advanced lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.

Good technical skills to understand manufacturing processes, including basic knowledge of engineering, chemistry, and microbiology principles and practices

A good working knowledge of GMP, ISO 9000, and other applicable regulatory requirements is a must. Ability to quickly evaluate the talent and operations and lead changes required.

Ability to drive results and work effectively in a lean environment.

Catalent offers rewarding opportunities to further your career! Join the global drug development and delivery leader and help us bring over 7,000 life-saving and life-enhancing products to patients around the world. Catalent is an exciting and growing international company where employees work directly with pharma, biopharma and consumer health companies of all sizes to advance new medicines from early development to clinical trials and to the market. Catalent produces more than 70 billion doses per year, and each one will be used by someone who is counting on us. Join us in making a difference.

Catalent is committed to the health and safety of its employees, visitors and the customers and patients we serve. As a result of the global pandemic, we have modified many of our recruitment and on-boarding processes to maintain everyone\xe2\x80\x99s safety. The Human Resources teams will communicate all necessary safety processes and procedures throughout each stage.

personal initiative. dynamic pace. meaningful work.

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Catalent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on any characteristic protected by local law.

If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may submit your request by sending an email, and confirming your request for an accommodation and include the job number, title and location to . This option is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability. Information received will be processed by a U.S. Catalent employee and then routed to a local recruiter who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration in the application or hiring process.

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