Senior Technical Operations Manager
About The Position
The Senior Technical Operations Manager plays a critical role in driving cross-functional execution across CMC (Chemistry, Manufacturing & Controls), Supply Chain, Quality, and Toxicology to advance small molecule programs from early development through late-stage clinical development and NDA submission. This role combines program management with operational logistics, ensuring alignment of timelines, deliverables, and resources across internal teams and external partners. The ideal candidate will bring strong CMC program management expertise, operational rigor, and the ability to proactively identify and mitigate risks across drug substance and drug product development activities, including outsourced manufacturing and nonclinical support.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a life sciences, engineering, supply chain, or related field
- 5+ years of experience in CMC operations, supply chain, logistics, or project management within the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry.
- Demonstrated experience managing complex logistics, including material planning, inventory, vendor coordination, and time-sensitive shipments.
- Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities across cross-functional teams.
- Experience working with CDMOs, CROs, and external vendors in a regulated GMP/GxP environment.
- Strong project management and communication skills with a proven ability to track timelines, risks, budgets, and deliverables.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Project) and document management/project tracking systems.
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while maintaining a high level of accuracy and accountability.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate cross-functional program execution across CMC, Quality, Supply Chain, and Toxicology
- Maintain integrated development plans, timelines, and program documentation
- Track key milestones, risks, action items, and support program communications
- Coordinate logistics for raw materials, API, drug product, and clinical/nonclinical supplies, including inventory, shipments, and documentation
- Ensure operational readiness to support regulatory milestones and development activities
- Coordinate CDMO and CRO activities to support program timelines and deliverables
- Support SOW execution, vendor performance tracking, and budget management
- Partner with Finance and functional teams to monitor program expenditures
- Collaborate with Quality to ensure compliant material handling, distribution, and supply continuity
Benefits
- unlimited PTO
- a lifestyle spending account
- commuting reimbursement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
