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Senior Manufacturing Manager Global MS&T

Mainz, Germany   |   full time   |   Job ID: 11292 

 

 

About the role:

 

At BioNTech, we strive to revolutionize medicine by translating cutting-edge science into survival. As a Global Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Upstream/Downstream Processing, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the consistency and quality of our manufacturing processes across sites and external partners. Your expertise will directly contribute to the development and commercialization of innovative therapies, positively impacting global health.
Imagine yourself leading harmonization efforts and driving technical life cycle management for groundbreaking products in a collaborative and dynamic environment. Your work will be key to achieving our mission of addressing unmet medical needs worldwide.

 

 

 

Your contribution:

 

  • Provide technical leadership and strategic guidance for upstream/downstream processing activities across the manufacturing network
  • Act as the primary point of contact for external partners, ensuring alignment with organizational goals
  • Lead harmonization and standardization efforts for processes across multiple manufacturing sites and external partners
  • Monitor manufacturing performance data, identifying trends and opportunities for optimization
  • Drive technical life cycle management from late-stage development through commercialization & post-approval changes

 

 

A good match:

 

  • Advanced degree (MSc or PhD) in Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
  • 6+ years of experience in upstream/downstream processing technologies, ADC experience,  including chromatography, filtration, with a proven track record in leadership roles. 
  • Expertise in upstream/downstream technologies such as cell banks, bioreactors, harvest operations, chromatography, depth filtration, tangential flow, etc.
  • Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and collaborate with external partners, CDMOs effectively
  • Strong analytical skills to monitor performance data and identify optimization opportunities
  • Excellent communication skills with a focus on clarity and collaboration
  • A proactive mindset with a passion for innovation and continuous improvement

 

 

Your Benefits:

 

It's our priority to support you:

  • Your flexibility: flexible hours | vacation account  
  • Your growth: Digital Learning | Performance & talent development | leadership development | Apprenticeships | LinkedIn Learning
  • Your value: Your voice at the table | Culture on an equal footing | Opportunities to shape & impact | Support for your full potential
  • Your health and lifestyle: Company bike
  • Your mobility: Job ticket | Deutschlandticket 
  • Your life phases: Employer-funded pension | Childcare 

 

 

Apply now - We look forward to your application!

 

Apply to our Mainz, Germany location by sending us your documents via our online form. For any questions, contact our talent acquisition team on: + 49 (0) 6131-9084-1291 (Monday-Friday from 1 PM to 3 PM CET).

 

Job ID 11292 (please always specify if you have any questions)   

 

By submitting your application, you acknowledge that a background check will be conducted as part of the recruitment process in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. If you are considered for the position, BioNTech will conduct the background check through our service provider ‘HireRight’. You will be informed accordingly by your BioNTech-Recruiter.

 

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BioNTech, the story 

At BioNTech, we are more than just a biotechnology company – we are a community of innovators, scientists, and leaders dedicated to revolutionizing medicine by translating cutting-edge science into survival. Your contributions here have the potential to improve the health of people worldwide, especially by addressing diseases with high medical needs like cancer and various infectious diseases.  

Experience a dynamic workplace that embraces diversity in all its forms. We foster innovation, encourage creativity, and develop business strategies driven by our shared passion for advancing medicine.  

Working at BioNTech means striving to achieve medical breakthroughs while growing your career in a meaningful way. Apply today and become part of a mission that has the potential to change lives around the world. 

BioNTech does not tolerate discrimination, favoritism or harassment based on gender, political views, religion or belief, nationality, ethnic or social origin, age, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, physical appearance, health status or any other physical or personal characteristics. BioNTech is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. The main thing is that you suit us, and we suit you!  

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