Product Owner Manager – Pharmaceuticals / life sciences
Drug development & manufacturing
Salary: £75,000k - £100,000k: relocation package available with this hire
Type Full time permanent
Location: Darlington – Tee Valley
Sector: Global Pharmaceuticals manufacturing / supply chain
This is an excellent opportunity to join a global pharmaceuticals matrix organisation in a new Product Owner Team Manager appointment. You will be responsible for defining and overseeing the product lifecycle, from conception to market, with a specific focus on pharmaceutical new Drug products. This role involves translating manufacturing business needs into actionable product requirements, working with technical teams to drive development, and ensuring products align with customer needs and company strategy.
Key experience
* Leading a team of experience product owners
* Product Control Strategy
* Provide strategic oversight
* Process improvements / quality / risk management
* Pharmaceuticals / life sciences new drug development product ownership
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and develop a high-performing team of Product Owners, fostering collaboration and professional growth.
* strategic oversight across the product lifecycle, ensuring quality, effective knowledge transfer, and implementation of the Product Control Strategy.
* Guide technical support for manufacturing, resolve operational issues, and reduce waste.
* Oversee new product introductions and planned changes, ensuring smooth transitions to production.
* Champion product and process improvements focused on critical quality attributes, cost efficiency, and performance standards.
* Promote risk management, sponsor investigations and root cause analysis, and drive corrective actions. Lead a culture of continuous improvement and innovation, advancing digital tools and manufacturing technologies to maintain industry leadership.
* Sponsorship of Investigations and Root Cause Analysis: Sponsor investigations and root cause analysis for deviations, providing strategic leadership and overseeing corrective and preventive actions.
* Culture Leadership: Champion a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and excellence, promoting a positive and inclusive work environment.
Qualifications & Skills:
• Degree in Science, Engineering or related field. Advanced certifications
• Proficiency in sustainability software and data analysis tools.
• Strong communication, project management, and client engagement skills.
Benefits:
• Leading salary and benefits with flexible working arrangements.
• Opportunities for professional development and extra certifications