StartUp China - Dia External Manufacturing

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The Position

Join the StartUp Roche Diagnostics China Development Program and embark on an accelerated career path designed for future leaders. We are seeking individuals with High Personal Drive, High Potential, and High Mobility, who have no more than 3 years of professional experience in the healthcare industry.

As a Trainee, you will have a unique opportunity to gain a global view of Roche's business landscape, breadth of experience across the value chain in Roche Diagnostics China, and depth of knowledge in the specific function, given the China In Vitro Diagnostic (IVD) market dynamics. This program will empower you to shape the company by making significant contributions to our purpose: "Doing now what patients need next."

The program includes the following development journeys within key functions in Roche Diagnostics Operations APAC: 1) Instrument, 2) ADI & Reagent, 3) External Manufacturing. Over the two-year duration, you will complete up to four rotations, each with tailored goals and plans. Please apply for the development journey that best matches your educational background and career interests.

As a Trainee of the program, you will be expected to:

• Complete tasks and learning objectives for each rotation as defined by the program framework;
• Proactively leverage your expertise and business knowledge to deliver patient- and customer-centric outcomes;
• Connect ideas and resources to generate value, prioritize investments, and make strategic trade-off decisions;
• Take responsibility for your continuous growth, ensuring your skills and capabilities align with both your passion and organizational needs;
• Maintain a high degree of flexibility for potential relocation assignments and business travel.

Department Introduction - External Manufacturing Network

The External Manufacturing (EM) Network is a core function within Roche Diagnostics Global Operations, serving as the centralized strategic technical authority for all outsourced production partners, Contract Manufacturing Organizations (CMOs), and Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) globally (excluding Hitachi). Operating with "One Technical Voice" and total operational accountability, EM manages high-volume plastic consumables, externally manufactured reagents, instruments, devices, and packaging.

Built upon five core strategic pillars, the External Manufacturing organization drives excellence across:

• Strategic Partnerships: Building long-term technical alliances with CMOs/OEMs through shared performance metrics, collaborative governance, and talent exchange.
• Resilient Supply & Compliance: Executing global quality and regulatory compliance while leveraging network expertise to de-risk external supply chains.
• Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) Optimization: Driving cost-conscious manufacturing, material cost optimization, and continuous process improvements to lower TCO.
• Technical Innovation: Accelerating product roadmaps by translating complex R&D and Customer Area requirements into scalable, high-volume products and production processes.
• One-Network Culture: Harmonizing global execution via centralized Manufacturing Science & Technology (MSAT) and Product & Project Leadership.

In the StartUp development journey for External Manufacturing, you will be expected to: 

• Gain end-to-end operational exposure across all External Manufacturing (EM) domains—including Reagents, Consumables, Packaging, and Instruments/Devices;
• Support "Virtual Plant Leaders" and Technical Product Leads across EM domains. Participate in matrix product teams, capacity planning, production strategy implementation, change workflows, and cross-functional technology transfers;
• Engage in high-volume plastics development, process engineering, design control deliverables, test planning, in-process controls (IPC), product release testing, visual inspection, and qualification/validation (Q&V) projects in alignment with global MSAT guidelines;
• Collaborate with Global Diagnostics Procurement (DOP) on supplier relationship management and sourcing; Global Supply Chain (GSC) on Design for Distribution and planning; and SPBO/OPPM on project prioritization, portfolio steering, and master data governance;
• Gain hands-on experience in site governance, external manufacturing operational readiness, supplier technical evaluations, and local customs/import-export compliance.
• Proactively apply technical and business knowledge to deliver patient- and customer-centric outcomes across external manufacturing domains;
• Support cross-functional project execution (such as technology transfers, design transfers, packaging engineering transitions, and supplier switches) within established governance frameworks;
• Leverage Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) mindsets to identify efficiency and process optimization opportunities.

Candidate Requirements & Qualifications

• 0–3 years of professional experience in IVD, medical devices, healthcare, life sciences, engineering, or supply chain consulting;
• Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Plastics, Industrial, Biomedical), Life Sciences (Biotechnology, Chemistry, Biology), or related technical fields;
• Strong interest or foundational knowledge in medical device manufacturing, high-volume plastics, reagents/consumables packaging, or contract manufacturing oversight;
• Strong logical reasoning, problem-solving skills, structured project management, and task prioritization capabilities;
• Demonstrates strong digital aptitude with a proactive approach to leveraging AI tools, advanced analytics, and modern digital technologies to drive operational efficiency and insights;
• Excellent oral and written fluency in both Chinese and English, with strong interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively across global matrix teams;
• High personal drive, adaptability to fast-paced environments, and willingness to undertake rotational travel or relocation assignments as required.

Who we are

A healthier future drives us to innovate. Together, more than 100’000 employees across the globe are dedicated to advance science, ensuring everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Our efforts result in more than 26 million people treated with our medicines and over 30 billion tests conducted using our Diagnostics products. We empower each other to explore new possibilities, foster creativity, and keep our ambitions high, so we can deliver life-changing healthcare solutions that make a global impact.

Let’s build a healthier future, together.

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