Senior Director of Operations

<p style="text-align:left"><span>Join us in pioneering breakthroughs in healthcare. For everyone. Everywhere. Sustainably.</span><br /><br /><span>Our inspiring and caring environment forms a global community that celebrates diversity and individuality. We encourage you to step beyond your comfort zone, offering resources and flexibility to foster your professional and personal growth, all while valuing your unique contributions.</span></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p><span>The Sr. Director of Operations supports the business internally and, in the field, directing the day-to-day operations of the production facilities the Company operates. The Sr. Director is responsible for operational effectiveness, financial performance, training and managing staff, and allotment of resources to complete projects. This role provides senior leadership, direction &amp; decision-making for all production operations, </span><span>accountable to plan, organize, and support the long-term strategic objectives to ensure the delivery of high quality radio-pharmaceuticals and outstanding patient care on behalf of PETNET</span><span> Solutions, a </span><span>multi-national,</span><span> wholly-owned subsidiary of Siemens Molecular Imaging. PETNET is the worldwide leader in the manufacturing and distribution of </span><span>radiopharmaceuticals for positron emission tomography.</span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span>This role is expected to build strong collaborative relationships with other key leaders in the organization, ensuring that Production Operations is positioned to optimize performance in terms of quality, service and consistency of radio-pharmaceutical production.  Emphasis is placed on site performance, financial monitoring, operational excellence, productivity, compliance and an overall culture of organizational efficiency (LEAN).</span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span>The position will report to the Vice President of US Operations.</span></p><p><span>                        </span></p><p><b><span>Summary of Responsibilities:</span></b></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span>This position is responsible for providing leadership and direction for Field Operations in the US.  The scope of activities includes:</span></p><p></p><p><span>·         Lead the US network of PETNET radiopharmaceutical manufacturing and distribution centers and manage the daily business operations including customer service and relationships, product pricing, internal and external regulatory authorities, financial budgeting and performance and personnel recruiting and management.</span></p><p><span>·         Implement short and long-term business strategies in support of PETNET’s Mission, Vision and Strategy.</span></p><p><span>·         Facilitate business expansion efforts including site build out, staffing, equipment purchases and install, licensure and training.</span></p><p><span>·         Assure compliance with all applicable regulatory standards including cGMP, radiation safety, pharmacy laws, DOT, EHS, and internal policies and interpretations of the above.</span></p><p><span>·         Implement cost control and operational efficiency strategies that lower the COGS across the regional network.</span></p><p><span>·         Drive productivity through implementation of new technology, products and processes into daily operations.</span></p><p><span>·         Evaluate business plans of new endeavors and new initiatives to improve the overall operation and performance of the region.</span></p><p><span>·         Work cross functionally with sales, service and other supporting function to successfully implement strategic initiatives.</span></p><p><span>·         Develop and advance key strategic relationships including customers, vendors, host institutions, Siemens partners, etc.</span></p><p><span>·         Develop leaders within the Regional Director team to ensure continuous improvement and leadership development in the operations organization</span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><b><span>Organizational responsibilities:</span></b></p><p><b><span> </span></b></p><p><span>·         Key senior leadership position that must work cross functionally within organization to drive overall business results</span></p><p><span>·         Interface with external and internal customers and suppliers to drive continual process and service improvements</span></p><p><span>·         Interface with cross functional internal/external teams, field operations, and drug sponsors to drive alignment of key goals and metrics for decentralized operational activities</span></p><p></p><p><b><span>(Minimum) Qualifications: Knowledge/Experience:</span></b></p><p><b><span> </span></b></p><p><span>·         B.S. or M.S. degree in engineering, chemistry, pharmacy, or related sciences required; Masters or MBA preferred</span></p><p><span>·         Minimum 10 years of leadership-level experience and documented record of success in management of multi-disciplinary and multi-site manufacturing operations and services, required.  Pharmacy and/or pharmaceutical experience preferred.</span></p><p><span>·         Minimum 10 years’ experience in PET radiopharmaceutical manufacturing and radiation/hazardous material handling. </span></p><p><span>·         Minimum 5 years’ experience in customer relationship management</span></p><p><span>·         Experience in personnel management and leadership expertise</span></p><p><span>·         Experience in a production or cGMP manufacturing environment</span></p><p><span>·         Experience working with FDA audit programs preferred</span></p><p><span>·         Strong interpersonal, organizational and managerial skills,</span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><b><span>Skills/Abilities:</span></b></p><p><b><span> </span></b></p><p><span>·         Ability to work independently and interpret information, including financial &amp; technical information</span></p><p><span>·         Technically skilled with proven ability to troubleshoot problems, solve abstract issues, interpret and implement policies &amp; procedures</span></p><p><span>·         Ability to communicate and promote common vision and develop high performance team culture</span></p><p><span>·         Proven leadership abilities</span></p><p><span>·         Effective personnel and cross-functional management</span></p><p><span>·         Ability to communicate effectively and manage a large, decentralized team</span></p><p><span>·        Ability to assess strategic impact of measures and resolve extremely complex problems cross-functionally and within dept.</span></p><p><span>·         Strong interpersonal, organizational, and managerial skills</span></p><p><span>·         Excellent attention to detail in the execution of job responsibilities</span></p><p><span>·         Ability to accomplish multiple tasks in fast-paced environment</span></p><p><span>·         Travel as required to perform job function (up to 50% travel)</span></p><p></p><p></p><p><b>Who we are</b>: We are a team of more than 72,000 highly dedicated Healthineers in more than 70 countries. As a leader in medical technology, we constantly push the boundaries to create better outcomes and experiences for patients, no matter where they live or what health issues they are facing. Our portfolio is crucial for clinical decision-making and treatment pathways.</p><p></p><p><b>How we work:</b> When you join Siemens Healthineers, you become one in a global team of scientists, clinicians, developers, researchers, professionals, and skilled specialists, who believe in each individual’s potential to contribute with diverse ideas. We are from different backgrounds, cultures, religions, political and/or sexual orientations, and work together, to fight the world’s most threatening diseases and enable access to care, united by one purpose: to pioneer breakthroughs in healthcare. For everyone. Everywhere. Sustainably.</p><p></p><p>To find out more about Siemens Healthineers businesses, please visit our company page <a target="_blank" href="https://www.siemens-healthineers.com/en-us">here</a>.</p><p></p><p>The base pay range for this position is:</p><p></p>$193,390 - $265,914<p></p><p>Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.</p><p></p><p>If this is a commission eligible position the commission eligibility will be in accordance with the terms of the Company&#39;s plan. Commissions are based on individual performance and/or company performance. </p><p></p><p>The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan. life insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance, paid parking/public transportation, paid time off, paid sick and safe time.</p><p></p><p><b>Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: </b>Siemens Healthineers is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. 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