Product Release Leader

Business Introduction
We manufacture and supply reliable, high-quality medicines and vaccines to meet patients’ needs and drive our performance.
Our network of 37 medicines and vaccines manufacturing sites delivered 1.7 billion packs of medicines and 409 million vaccine doses in 2024 to help make a positive impact on the health of millions of people. Our supply chain is not just core to our operations; it’s vital to bringing our innovations to patients as quickly, efficiently and effectively as possible. Technology is transforming how we manufacture medicines and vaccines, enabling us to increase the speed, quality and scale of product supply.
We need the very best minds and capability to help us on our journey to make more complex products, harnessing the power of smart manufacturing technologies including robotics, digital solutions and artificial intelligence to deliver for patients.

Team Introduction

At GSK, we are committed to delivering innovative solutions that improve the health of people around the world. The Senior Product Release Leader plays a pivotal role within our Global Manufacturing and Supply (GMS) team, ensuring that our products meet the highest standards of quality, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence.

As part of GSK’s manufacturing team, you will join a dynamic and collaborative environment, working alongside experts in quality assurance, supply chain management, and production operations. The Senior Product Release Leader will be at the forefront of our mission, driving the timely release of pharmaceutical products to market while maintaining the integrity of our processes and upholding GSK’s commitment to patient safety.

In this role, you will work closely with cross-functional teams, including Quality, Regulatory Affairs, and Production, to ensure seamless coordination of processes and adherence to regulatory standards. You will be empowered to lead initiatives that optimize workflows, mitigate risks, and enhance efficiency across the product lifecycle.

If you are passionate about delivering excellence, fostering collaboration, and making a meaningful impact in a global healthcare organization, we welcome you to join us as a Senior Product Release Leader at GSK. Together, we’ll help millions of patients live healthier lives.

Position Summary:
This role is an exciting opportunity to lead product release activities in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. You will ensure timely and compliant product release while driving continuous improvement in quality and efficiency. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you will play a key role in maintaining high standards and delivering results that matter. We value candidates who are detail-oriented, proactive, and passionate about making a difference.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee product release processes to ensure compliance with regulatory and company standards.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams to meet release timelines.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and quality.
• Lead investigations into product release issues and develop corrective actions.
• Ensure accurate documentation and reporting of product release activities.
• Provide training and mentorship to team members to build expertise and drive performance.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or technical field.
• 5+ years of experience in a regulated environment (e.g., GMP, FDA).
• Experience in product release or quality assurance roles.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in a related field.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams or projects.
• Familiarity with quality systems and regulatory requirements.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Experience with data analysis and process improvement tools.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

About the Zebulon Site 

GSK’s Zebulon site is a global supplier of Respiratory and Solid Dose medicines to patients around the globe and the largest GSK Pharmaceutical secondary manufacturing site in North America.  The site is located less than 30 minutes from downt