Location: North York, ON, CA, M9L 1T9
Company: Apotex
About Apotex Inc.
Apotex Inc. is a proudly Canadian, global pharmaceutical company that produces high-quality, affordable medicines for patients around the world. Apotex employs almost 8,000 people worldwide in manufacturing, R&D, and commercial operations. Apotex Inc. exports to more than 100 countries and territories and operates in more than 45 countries, with a significant presence in Canada, the US, Mexico, and India. Through vertical integration, Apotex is comprised of multiple divisions and affiliates including Apotex Inc., focused on generics; Apobiologix, a division of Apotex Inc. focused on biosimilar development; Aveva, an affiliate of Apotex Inc. fully integrated global developer and manufacturer of complete transdermal solutions; Apotex Consumer Products, a division of Apotex Inc. focused on brand name products; and Global Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (GAPI), a division of Apotex Inc. focused on the manufacturing of active pharmaceutical ingredients (API) for Apotex and third parties. For more information visit: www.apotex.com.
Job Summary
This position is responsible for Leading and facilitating product/process development and commercialization activities for assigned projects or product categories by leading project teams and serving as a technical resource to support the company’s new product pipeline mainly focusing on First-to-File & First-to-Market products.
The incumbent will lead product/process development for immediate release and modified release solid oral dosage forms interfacing with cross functional teams.The Manager will supervise and mentor a team of scientists and scientific leaders for product development activities.
Job Responsibilities
- Participate and lead performance conversations with employees, including monthly one on ones, to connect on performance; check in on employee’s progress toward achieving Objectives, offer support and remove barriers; and, communicate and revisit performance expectations to reinforce and encourage high performance culture and a safe working environment for all employees.
- Utilize open, honest, two-way communication to build trust-based relationships with employees, business partners and direct leader while continuously improving leadership capabilities by personally seeking feedback and development.
- Create a culture which values trust and provides the opportunity for Employee development and growth in pursuit of our purpose and demonstrating our core Values – Collaboration, Courage, Perseverance and Passion.
- Utilize your networks to attract and hire talent in a comprehensive, differentiated and consistent manner essential to our continued growth; then, onboard new employees by providing a consistent experience that reflects the values and commitments made to candidates during the hiring process.
- Ensure adherence of team members (direct reports) with all compliance programs and company policies and procedures.
- Review and approve batch documents for experimental, pilot, pivotal batches.
- Liase with QA to address gaps/deviations by adopting appropriate departmental and corporate procedures.
- Liaises regularly with cross functional teams to ensure the delivery timelines of projects are being met.
- All other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements
- University degree in Chemistry, Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Technology, Chemical Engineering or related science.
- Minimum 10 years working experience in the pharmaceutical industry, with a minimum of 7 years in a formulations development.
- Supervisory and management experience is required for this role.
- Understanding of GMPs, SOPs, WIs.
- Strong verbal and written English communication skills.
- Experience using microcomputers, preferably Microsoft Office.
At Apotex, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible work environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported.
Apotex offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities as part of its recruitment process. If you are contacted to arrange for an interview or testing, please advise us if you require an accommodation.