Tolmar · 3 months ago
VP Business Strategy and Continuous Improvement
Fort Collins, CO
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$300K/yr - $350K/yr
12+ years expTolmar is a pharmaceutical company seeking a VP of Business Strategy and Continuous Improvement to act as a strategic leader and operational integrator within the operations organization. This role involves driving operational excellence, managing strategic initiatives, and optimizing business processes while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and compliance.
BiotechnologyHealth CareManufacturing
Responsibilities
Collaborate with executive leadership to define and implement strategic initiatives that support operations scalability, compliance, and innovation
Lead cross-functional programs that align with corporate objectives, including capacity expansion, technology transfer, and digital transformation
Monitor and report on strategic KPIs, ensuring alignment with regulatory and business goals
Champion lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies tailored to pharmaceutical operations
Drive initiatives to improve throughput, reduce deviations, and enhance right-first-time performance
Lead Operational Excellence (OpEx) team, providing direction, coaching and guidance in execution of identified priority initiatives
Promote a culture of quality, safety, and compliance across all manufacturing sites
Evaluate and redesign core manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, reduce cost, and ensure GMP compliance
Partner with Quality, Regulatory Affairs, and IT to implement systems that support data integrity, traceability, and operational transparency
Lead efforts to harmonize SOPs, batch records, and documentation practices across sites
Serve as a key advisor and thought partner to the SVP, facilitating decision-making and strategic alignment
Prepare executive-level communications, dashboards, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders
Coordinate leadership meetings, track action items, and ensure accountability across teams
Lead or support strategic projects such as facility expansions, tech transfers, and digital manufacturing initiatives
Develop project plans, manage cross-functional teams, and ensure timely delivery within budget and compliance parameters
Identify risks and mitigation strategies in collaboration with Quality and Regulatory teams
Qualification
Required
Strong knowledge of GMP, FDA, EMA, and other global regulatory requirements
Proven track record in operational excellence, strategic planning, and cross-functional leadership
Strong knowledge of business transformation frameworks, operational excellence methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma), and performance management tools
Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to operate in a fast-paced, complex, and dynamic environment
Exceptional communication, analytical, and organizational skills
Ability to break down silos and promote enterprise-wide thinking
Strong aptitude and experience in Project Management, Systems implementations and Process improvements
Expertise in leading large-scale transformation programs, including digital initiatives, restructuring, and cultural shifts
Skilled at building buy-in, overcoming resistance, and embedding new ways of working
Ability to foster resilience and agility in times of uncertainty or disruption
Skilled at balancing long-term vision with short-term execution priorities
Strong analytical skills to evaluate complex business scenarios and make data-driven recommendations
Strong aptitude toward structured business methodologies, statistical tools, organizational skills and perseverance
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Life Sciences, Finance or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred
Twelve or more years of progressive leadership experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, operations, strategy or management consulting in highly regulated environments
Proven track record in leading enterprise-wide strategy development and operational improvement
Preferred
MBA or advanced degree preferred
Lean/Six Sigma Black Belt preferred
Benefits
Bonus and LTIP eligible position
Benefits summary: tolmar.com/careers/employee-benefits
Company
Tolmar
TOLMAR is a northern Colorado based pharmaceutical research, development, manufacturing and commercial operations company.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
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Late StageLeadership Team
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Anil D'souza
Chief Executive Officer
Gerald Wallner
Data Integrity Manager
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