At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead strategic initiatives in Life Sciences and Biopharma manufacturing, shaping future strategies.
- Company: Join Expleo, a collaborative tech-driven company making waves in the Life Sciences sector.
- Benefits: Enjoy a supportive environment, skill development opportunities, and competitive benefits.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team that values innovation and inclusivity.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the future of biopharma with cutting-edge technologies and insights.
- Qualifications: Degree in relevant fields; experience in pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical manufacturing is essential.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Overview
Expleo is seeking an experienced Life Sciences Subject Matter Expert with deep expertise in Biopharma Manufacturing to support strategic consulting and transformation initiatives within the Life Sciences sector.
The successful candidate will provide industry insight, assess emerging trends, and help shape future manufacturing strategies across pharmaceutical and biotechnology organisations.
Responsibilities
- Lead strategic foresight initiatives focused on the future of Life Sciences and Biopharma manufacturing.
- Identify emerging trends, opportunities, and risks across the Life Sciences sector.
- Develop research hypotheses and future-focused analytical frameworks.
- Analyse developments in digital manufacturing, industrial automation, AI, and advanced analytics.
- Assess the impact of sustainability, energy optimisation, and regulatory changes on manufacturing operations.
- Evaluate future manufacturing models, technologies, and investment strategies.
- Develop and validate future-state scenarios for pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical manufacturing.
- Translate industry insights into strategic recommendations for senior stakeholders.
- Facilitate executive workshops and strategy sessions with client leadership teams.
- Act as the lead Life Sciences SME across strategic consulting engagements.
- Validate research findings and provide expert interpretation of market, operational, and regulatory developments.
- Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders across the Life Sciences ecosystem.
- Conduct executive interviews and engage with industry experts to gather and validate insights.
- Support industry forums, advisory groups, and thought leadership initiatives.
- Leverage AI-enabled research tools and ensure the quality, accuracy, and relevance of generated insights.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Manufacturing, or a related discipline.
- Master's degree, MBA, or other advanced qualification preferred.
- Relevant industry certifications in Manufacturing, Automation, Digital Transformation, Strategy, or Project Management would be advantageous.
Essential skills
- Strong knowledge of GMP-regulated manufacturing operations.
- Biopharmaceutical Manufacturing
- Pharmaceutical Operations
- Engineering & Capital Projects
- Digital Manufacturing
- Smart Factories
- Industrial Automation & Controls
- MES/MOM Systems
- Manufacturing Strategy
- Operational Excellence
- Supply Chain Transformation
- Proven ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders, including Director, VP, and C-suite level executives.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, analytical, and consulting skills.
Experience
- Proven experience within Pharmaceutical and/or Biopharmaceutical manufacturing environments.
• Experience in one or more of the following areas
- Understanding of emerging technologies including AI, Advanced Analytics, Industrial Io T, Digital Twins, and Smart Factory solutions.
Benefits
- Collaborative working environment – we stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients and ourpeers through good times and challenges
- We empower all passionate technology loving professionals by allowing them to expand their skills and take part in inspiring projects
- Expleo Academy - enables you to acquire and develop the right skills by delivering a suite of accredited training courses
- Competitive company benefits
- Always working as one team, our people are not afraid to think big and challenge the status quo
As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we have committed to
- Ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible
- Communicating and promoting vacancies
- Offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job
- Anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required
- Supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long term health condition, enabling them to stay in work at least one activity that will make a difference for disabled people
“We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age”.
We treat everyone fairly and equitably across the organisation, including providing any additional support and adjustments needed for everyone to thrive
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