Global Technology & Engineering ES Technical Lead (Asia)

Use Your Power for Purpose

At Pfizer, we believe that every role contributes to our mission of improving patients' lives. Whether you are involved in the design and development of manufacturing processes for products or supporting the upkeep of systems, engineering is crucial to ensuring customers and patients receive the medicines they need. By collaborating with our forward-thinking engineering team, you'll play a pivotal role in accelerating the delivery of medicines to the world.

What You Will Achieve

In this role, you will:

• •Develop and co-lead innovative projects across the operating unit, ensuring timely communication with key stakeholders on source changes, technical transfers, and Cost Improvement Projects.
• •Manage project plans, timelines, resources, and address time constraints and scheduling conflicts.
• •Engage with contract manufacturers to ensure Pfizer’s strategy is understood and resources are in place for execution.
• •Implement appropriate process control strategies across unit operations, including trending, review, and action plans as needed.
• •Develop and deliver Co-Development Plans for endorsement, incorporating key strategies for Ph3 readiness, Process Understanding, RFT, ICH, PV, and BLA/MAA filing.
• •Drive alignment across stakeholders on technical strategies and priorities identified in the Technology Lifecycle Plan.
• •Lead launch teams and operations sub-teams to develop strategic and tactical supply plans for the commercialization of new Pfizer products, ensuring a global focus.

Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements)

• •BA/BS with 6+ years of experience or MBA/MS with 5+ years of experience or PhD/JD with 1+ year of experience or MD/DVM with any years of relevant experience
• •Effective written and verbal communication skills
• •Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment across various business functions
• •Experience in project management and leading complex projects
• •Ability to develop and manage plans to achieve objectives

Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements)

• •Master’s degree and 10+ years of relevant pharmaceutical experience
• •Experience in problem-solving, negotiations, presentation, and supervision of a multi-layered organization
• •Understanding of DAMIC (six sigma) tools and practices with a focus on continuous improvement
• •Broad knowledge of technology transfer processes and manufacturing for Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients
• •Good technical understanding of pharmaceutical processes and the impact of technical change
• •Demonstrated experience and competence in organizing, planning, and problem-solving related to qualifying new API suppliers
• •Strong leadership and team management skills
• •Excellent analytical and strategic thinking abilities
• •Ability to influence and drive alignment across stakeholders
• •Experience using common AI tools, including generative technologies such as ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot, to support problem solving and enhance productivity. Demonstrated curiosity for exploring how these tools can improve outcomes and understanding of responsible AI practices, including risk management and ethical use

Work Location Assignment: Hybrid

Pfizer is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction in which it operates.

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