Team Lead, API Manufacturing – SRD & Environmental Operations (Secondment 12-18 Months)

WHY PATIENTS NEED YOU

Our breakthroughs would not make it to the hands of patients without our dedicated and agile pharmaceutical manufacturing team. Understanding the importance and impact of their role in Pfizer’s mission, they ensure that patients and physicians have the medicines they need when they need them. Colleagues like you, who take pride in their work and always strive to improve outcomes, are essential. Your commitment helps to guarantee that our innovations reach those who need them most, making a significant difference in the lives of patients.

WHAT YOU WILL ACHIEVE

In this role, you will:

• Oversee the daily activities of the Solvent Recovery Distribution and Environmental Operations teams to ensure effective support for API processes.

• Ensure flawless execution throughout each assigned campaign, focusing on safety, quality, supply, and cost.

• Develop and implement Cost Improvement Projects (CIP) to drive operational efficiency.

• Manage projects and set objectives within the Sub Business Unit, handling moderate complexity.

• Lead people, technology, and financial resources at the Sub Business Unit, often through influence rather than authority.

• Actively share knowledge across the Sub Business Unit and encourage others to do the same.

• Identify potential improvements in processes or products, develop innovative concepts, and take risks to achieve desired results.

• Solve complex problems, utilizing experience from outside the own area if necessary, and establish operational activities that support mid-term goals.

• Recognize development needs within the Sub Business Unit, create opportunities for colleagues, and manage the performance of both direct and indirect reports.

• Facilitate regulatory and customer audit tours, provide audit responses, implement corrective actions, and champion Zero Defects initiatives, including Quality, Environment, Health & Safety, Supply, and cost.

QUALIFICATIONS

Must-Have

• Applicant must have a bachelor's degree with at least 3 years of experience; OR a master's degree with more than 1 year of experience; OR an associate's degree with 6 years of experience; OR a high school diploma (or equivalent) and 8 years of relevant experience.

• Demonstrated ability to manage and plan budgets effectively.

• Proven track record in delivering site performance improvements using Lean and Six Sigma tools.

• Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

• Experience in liaising with outside organizations and customers.

• Strong people management experience.

• Proficiency in computer skills, including Microsoft Applications, and a willingness to learn and utilize System Application and Products Quality Tracking Systems.

Nice-to-Have

• Previous experience in a Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) environment.

• Familiarity with mammalian cell culture, protein purification, and solution formulation.

• Ability to influence and drive change within the organization.

• Experience in managing complex projects and achieving objectives.

OTHER JOB DETAILS

• Last Date to Apply for Job: December 10, 2025

• Additional Location Information: NO

• Eligible for Relocation Package – NO

• Secondment 12-18 months

• If you are currently in a driving position with a fleet vehicle and this secondment does not require driving as an essential function of the position for 12 months or longer, you will be required to turn in your fleet vehicle for the duration of the non-driving secondment.  Please refer to the Fleet Policy and Procedures document for more information.

• There will be no change to your current work location.

Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.

Sunshine Act

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