(Senior) MSAT Manager (m/f/d)

We are an owner-managed, globally active company in the specialty pharmaceuticals sector with a clear mission: to be THE sustainable platform for long-established and trusted pharmaceutical brand products in various therapeutic areas. As a reliable partner to the research-based pharmaceutical industry, CHEPLAPHARM ensures the availability and supply of these medicines for the global market. This benefits not only our partners, but so patients around the world. We are proud that our economy model has enabled us to become one of the world's leading companies in the acquisition of original preparations within 20 years, and we continue to grow. The aspiration of our approximately 800 employees: Together, we want to ‘ACHIEVE MORE'.

As Senior MSAT Program Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring the successful execution of global technology transfer and MSAT activities. You will provide senior technical expertise, drive excellence, lead cross-functional projects, and act as a trusted partner for internal teams, customers, and external service providers. Leading Complex Technology Transfer Programs You ensure the successful technical execution of technology transfer projects and MSAT initiatives, driving projects from planning through implementation while maintaining the highest quality standards. Ensuring Technical Compliance Excellence You perform on-site technical compliance assessments and verify that all activities meet internal requirements as well as applicable international regulatory standards. Managing Critical Technical Documentation You review, approve, and maintain documentation technical required for product and process transfers, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance throughout the project lifecycle. Acting as a Senior Technical Expert You provide expert guidance on pharmaceutical and technological matters, supporting both medicinal and non-medicinal products and helping teams navigate complex technical challenges. Driving Regulatory Compliance and Leading Technical RFQ Activities You ensure adherence to relevant international regulations and standards, contributing to the successful delivery of compliant products and processes. You take ownership of the technical evaluation and contribution to Request for Quotations (RFQs), providing expert input to support business development opportunities. Collaborating with External Service Providers You act as the primary technical contact for external service involved providers in technology transfer projects, building strong partnerships and ensuring successful project delivery. Maintaining GMP-Critical documentation You create, review, and continuous improvement GMP-relevant documentation, including SOPs, risk assessments, specifications, manufacturing instructions, packaging instructions, and validation documents. Managing Cross-Functional Projects You coordinate complex projects across multiple functions and departments, aligning diverse stakeholders and ensuring milestones are achieved on time and in scope.

Academic Background and Pharmaceutical Industry Experience You hold a Master's degree in Pharmacy, Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline. You bring more than 5 years of relevant professional experience within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or healthcare industry, ideally within MSAT, technology transfer, manufacturing, or technical operations. Proven Project Management Expertise You have successfully managed complex, long-term projects involving multiple stakeholders, changing priorities, and cross-functional collaboration. Technical Knowledge and Problem-Solving Skills You possess strong technical expertise and enjoying complex challenges, evaluation alternative solutions, and driving practical, sustainable outcomes. GMP and Regulatory Expertise and Outstanding Communication Skills You demonstrate a thorough understanding of GMP requirements, pharmaceutical regulations, and industry best practices within an international environment. You confidently engage with stakeholders at all organizational levels and are skilled at influencing, eliminating, and building strong professional relationships. Matrix leadership skills You have experience leading cross-functional teams and projects in a matrix environment, driving results through collaboration, influence, and expertise rather than direct authority. Proactive and Independent Mindset You take ownership of your responsibilities, make sound decisions, and thrive in dynamic environments where flexibility and initiative are essential.

Corporate culture & internationality A growing company with a diverse, open working environment and employees from around 40 countries. Flexible working models & work-life balance Individually customisable working models, including the option to work from another EU country for up to two months per year. Working time account with compensatory time off and 30 days of holiday. Individual benefits & pension provision Flexible benefits budget, e.g. for increased company pension provision, fitness and health offers or benefits for travel and meal costs. Discounts & additional benefits Access to the corporate benefits platform with discounts at hundreds of partnership companies. Further development & team culture Internal and external training courses tailored to personal goals, as well as company and team events to strengthen cohesion and successes together. .