Roche Switzerland bridges the gap between pharmaceuticals and diagnostics. Important research and development functions are located here. For our long-standing customer, Roche Diagnostics International AG in Rotkreuz, we are looking for a
Product Lead External Manufacturing% Background:
Global External Manufacturing is the competence center for parts and products in the diagnostic workflow, manufactured by external suppliers. This includes the development of new products, product care activities, the assurance of supply as well as the supplier selection and maintenance in close collaboration with Procurement.
Tasks & Responsibilities:
Overall accountability for assigned products regarding quality, supply, cost, and compliance
Owner of product and production specifications, including changes, deviations, and complaints
Responsible for production processes, assets, spare parts, and capacity planning
Leads the Squad – decision-making, prioritization, budgeting, performance, and risk management
Key interface for internal and external stakeholders, including supplier and business team management
Prepares product reports (e.g., Annual Product Review) and drives improvement actions
Ensures strategic alignment, OneRoche mindset, and efficient resource planning
Must Haves:
University degree in Engineering, Natural Science or related disciplines
Min. 3 years of work experience in IVD product management and production engineering
Ability to think strategically and systemically, willingness to try new ideas and participate in changes
Leadership experience and skills, including the ability to get things done with a proven track record of consensus building and conflict management in challenging situations
Self-motivated, autonomous, structured and goal-oriented mindset with a solution oriented balance of short term mitigation and long term solution
Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization by establishing credibility and building rapport
Executive presence where you perform well under pressure and with decisiveness
Excellent communication skills in German and English
Travel required 10(-20)%
Nice to Haves:
Experience in IVD product development following design control, manufacturing and testing
Knowledge of Process Management methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.) and in-vitro diagnostic related regulations, such as ISO, IVDR, FDA 21 CFR part 820 etc.
What you are offered:
Modern campus with plenty of green spaces and meeting zones
Central location with highway access and train station nearby
Varied job profile
Home office option up to 40%
Further training opportunities through temptraining
Working in a dynamic and motivated team uf 16 peers
Good remuneration
You are welcome to send your complete application documents to Ms. Nadine Rutz.
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