Be part of something altogether life-changing! 

Working at Cytiva means being at the forefront of providing new solutions to transform human health. Our incredible customers undertake life-saving activities ranging from fundamental biological research to developing innovative vaccines, new medicines, and cell and gene therapies. 

At Cytiva you will be able to continuously improve yourself and us – working on challenges that truly matter with people that care for each other, our customers, and their patients. With associates across 40+ countries, Cytiva is a place where every day is a learning opportunity – so you can grow your career and expand your skills in the long term. 

Forming part of the Biotechnology segment at Danaher, we bring together dedicated technical expertise and talent to develop the next generation of life-changing therapeutics. This role sits in the Bioprocess Operating Company within Cytiva. 

The Opportunity: 

The Global Vice President of Operations Resins and Technologies is responsible for oversight of all global manufacturing facilities within the Bioprocessing Business Unit.  

The R&T operations comprise both process and assembly based operations.  The product are used in research and manufacturing of bio-derived therapeutics and the customer base spans from academia to large, global biopharma manufacturers. Our operations include raw material handling, quality control, solvent management, waste water treatment, process and facilities maintenance, people and process safety, large scale chemical manufacturing of so called chromatography resins and assembly manufacturing of lab and industrial scale consumable devices for the life science industry.  The main operations are located in Uppsala, Sweden but the role is also responsible for sites in Denmark and the United States. The role is accountable for meeting all operational defined targets such as quality, product output, capital investments, inventory and safety.  

We are looking for a dynamic and results-oriented executive with a proven track record of success in leading operations to peak performance. Adept at developing and implementing strategic initiatives that drive efficiency, improve processes, and enhance overall business performance. Known for a collaborative leadership style that fosters cross-functional teamwork and achieves organizational goals. This Leader will drive the Danaher culture and promote excellence and engagement through the application of Danaher Business System (DBS) principles including safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and profitability. 

The role will play a vital part in leading a dynamic, motivated, high-performing global team at an exciting stage in the evolution of Cytiva. This individual will report directly to the VP and GM of the Resins and Technologies business unit within Cytiva and serve as part of the Global leadership team, partnering with the other leaders across Cytiva.  

The successful candidate will lead a talented and diverse global team focused on providing manufacturing excellence, supporting new product introduction, managing technology transfer projects, sustainably driving performance to customer in both supply and quality, driving down cost, driving down working capital and all done in a physically and mentally safe environment.  

In this role, you will have the opportunity to: 

Bring energy, knowledge, innovation, and leadership to carry out the following: 

Lead and coordinate all manufacturing activities on a global basis, and ensuring the establishment of manufacturing strategies and programs in each site that will achieve the key operating imperatives. 

Lead Policy Deployment activities to ensure the sites are aligned with appropriate priorities. 

Develop and design best-in-class Operations organization, processes and procedures based on expert understanding, industry experience and insights into future direction. Create site strategies that ensure our global footprint is designed to support the current business and future acquisitions. 

Analyze critical financial and operational information from each site to ensure compliance with established targets. 

Promote and deploy Danaher Business Systems (DBS) to achieve break-through performance in safety, quality, delivery, and cost, and drive goal in support of the overall business strategic, financial and operating plan.  

Develop and manage continuous improvement projects (CIPs) focused on significant cost reductions while improving product and process quality. 

Support and lead international expansion and improved synergies across the Operating Company. 

Lead capital investment decisions, capacity assurance via SIOP, forecasting review and demand planning, cost reduction assessment to achieve financial targets, and new product introduction transition from design to manufacturing. 

Accelerate talent management to ensure the continued development for direct reports. Partner closely with the human resources organization in developing organizational capabilities through succession planning, organizational assessment, identification of key skill gaps, talent acquisition and talent development strategies that link with business goals. 

Champion management effectiveness by recruiting, selecting, training, and coaching managers, and holding them accountable to their role as managers; Communicate values, strategies, and objectives; Assign accountabilities. 

Key Competencies: 

Strategic Leadership: 

Developed and executed comprehensive operational strategies aligned with organizational goals, resulting in increased efficiency and profitability. 

Led initiatives to streamline processes, reduce costs, and optimize resource allocation, contributing to a more agile and competitive organization. 

Operational Excellence: 

Implemented best practices and continuous improvement methodologies to enhance operational efficiency and ensure high-quality standards. 

Established key performance indicators (KPIs) and performance metrics to monitor and drive operational excellence. 

    3.      Team Development: 

Built high-performing teams through effective leadership, mentorship, and talent development, fostering a culture of accountability and innovation. 

Implemented training programs to enhance the skills and capabilities of operations teams, resulting in improved productivity and job satisfaction. 

4.  Cross-Functional Collaboration: 

Collaborated seamlessly with other departments to align operational goals with overall business objectives. 

Established effective communication channels, fostering a collaborative environment that enhances productivity and problem-solving. 

5. Risk Management: 

Implemented robust risk management strategies, ensuring the identification and mitigation of potential operational challenges. 

Proactively addressed issues, minimizing disruptions to operations and maintaining a resilient business environment. 

6.Cost Management: 

Successfully reduced operational costs through strategic planning, process optimization, and vendor negotiations. 

Implemented cost-effective solutions without compromising quality or customer satisfaction. 

7. Regulatory Compliance and process safety: 

Ensured operations adhered to all relevant company and industry regulations and standards, maintaining a strong focus on compliance and ethical business practices. 

Ensured process safety for the benefit of associates, community and the environment.  

The essential requirements of the job include:  

Relevant Scientific/Engineering/Manufacturing/ Business degree 

15 to 20 years’ experience in Manufacturing and Company Management in Pharma, Life Science, Diagnostics industry, within a lean manufacturing environment  

Demonstrated ability to lead global teams. 

P & L management and Business Development drive 

Multicultural mindset with a demonstrated ability to cultivate an inclusive culture keeping associate engagement and development at the heart of how the business wins as a team. 

Join our winning team today. Together, we’ll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.

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