Associate Director, EMN Operational Stream Lead

Job Description:

At Ferring Pharmaceuticals, we help people around the world build families and live better lives. We are entrepreneurial and innovative, with a global team focused on scientific advances in the areas of reproductive and women’s health, gastroenterology and urology. Ferring + You is all about working together and sharing ideas, so that we can bring science to life for patients around the world.

Our Technical Operations division develops, manufactures and supplies high-quality products so our patients can live better lives. Creating and delivering life-changing products means getting it right first time is a shared responsibility, so our global manufacturing teams work closely together to ensure quality, accuracy and safety at all times. That means a culture of empowerment, where speaking up is valued, and growth and development are constant.

Ferring+You

You will support building a world-class External Manufacturing Network (EMN) organization, aligned with internal operations to deliver quality, service, cost efficiency, and innovation through strategic CMO partnerships. In this role, you will be responsible for the operational management of assigned Contract Manufacturing Organizations (CMOs), ensuring agility, resilience, and global patient access. You will lead cross-functional governance to drive supplier performance, enable issue resolution, and foster continuous improvement in support of company and patient needs.

This is a senior level position reporting to a global organization, with international colleagues and managerial oversight out of the Headquarters.

Your day at Ferring

• Lead operational performance across the External Manufacturing Network (EMN).

• Head the Operational and Supplier Relationship Teams, empowering cross‑functional experts for strong supplier oversight.

• Align priorities, strategy, and resourcing jointly with the Supplier Relationship Team.

• Oversee CMO S&OP and capacity planning, ensuring balanced external capacity and demand.

• Own and maintain the Long Range Plan for external suppliers in partnership with value stream, R&D, and strategy teams.

• Drive cross‑functional collaboration with Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory, Procurement, Supply Chain, and other key functions.

• Ensure transparent flow of operational information, proactively addressing risks across sites and geographies.

• Identify opportunities, resolve challenges within the SRT, and escalate critical issues to EMN leadership as needed.

• Act as the main operational contact for assigned CMOs, tracking KPIs and leading performance governance.

• Monitor production schedules, deviations, CAPAs, and supply risks while driving continuous improvement and strengthening supplier relationships.

Behind our innovation…There’s you

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Life Sciences, or related field; advanced degree preferred.

• 8+ years of experience in pharmaceutical/biotech operations, supply chain, or external manufacturing management.

• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex supplier relationships.

• Strong problem-solving, communication, and negotiation skills.

• Strong knowledge of GMP, compliance, and pharmaceutical production processes.

• Experience with performance management tools, dashboards, and digital reporting.

People come first at Ferring

• Get inspired from our commitment to advocate for everyone’s right to build a family, no matter who you are, where you live or who you love.

• Our inclusive support package – “Building Families at Ferring” provides equal and accessible policies for all employees who wish to start their family journey, ensuring a global standard, irrespective of location and role. Subject to a minimum period of employment at Ferring.

• Parental leave for both birthing and non-birthing parents.

• Extended support on family building journey.

Making a difference in the life of millions of people means we succeed by working together. Our diverse backgrounds, experiences, expertise, and perspectives enable us to find solutions to even the most challenging problems, and our success is tied to each team member’s contributions. Imagine the power of your career when it’s Ferring + You.

Behind our purpose… There’s you

If our mission and your vision are aligned, please apply!

We strive to build and maintain an inclusive and diverse workplace with equal opportunities and mutual respect for all employees regardless of their backgrounds and socioeconomic status.

Note to agencies: this search is being managed by Ferring’s Talent Acquisition team. Kindly do not send us spontaneous profiles.

Location:

Ferring Service Center Portugal