PWC

Manufacturing QMS Consultant_Pharma/Life Sciences & Med Device_Director

PWC • $155K — $410K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required, advanced degree preferred.
  • Minimum 9 years of relevant experience in manufacturing or consulting roles.
  • Strong expertise in Lean Manufacturing principles and Operations strategy.
  • Familiarity with compliance and industry standards in Pharma/Life Sciences sectors.
  • Proven ability in utilizing data analytics or emerging technologies for innovation.

Responsibilities

  • Lead development and execution of strategies to enhance manufacturing efficiency.
  • Analyze product development lifecycles to identify and resolve bottlenecks.
  • Guide the implementation of lean principles and optimize supply chain processes.
  • Leverage digital technologies to innovate and improve processes in manufacturing.
  • Conduct feasibility studies to identify new growth opportunities and market gaps.
  • Ensure compliance and maintain quality standards in operational practices.
  • Oversee project management for timely delivery and alignment with client goals.
  • Collaborate with teams to drive growth and mentor future industry leaders.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance including medical, dental, and vision.
  • 401k retirement plan with company match.
  • Generous holiday and vacation policies.
  • Personal and family sick leave provisions.
  • Opportunities for professional development and advancement.
Full Job Description

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Operations

Management Level

Director

Job Description & Summary

The Opportunity

As a Manufacturing QMS Consultant within our Operations practice, you will specialize in optimizing operational efficiency and effectiveness for clients in the Pharma/Life Sciences and Med Device sectors. You will analyze client needs, develop operational strategies, and provide guidance to streamline processes, improve productivity, and drive business performance. As a Director, you will set the strategic direction and lead business development efforts, making impactful decisions and overseeing multiple projects while maintaining executive-level client relations. You are expected to be a guardian of PwC's reputation, understanding that quality, integrity, inclusion, and a commercial mindset are foundational to our success. You will cultivate the potential in others and actively collaborate across the PwC Network, leveraging our collective strength.

In this role at PwC, you will work closely with clients to analyze product development lifecycles, identify bottlenecks, and develop strategies to enhance speed to market, reduce costs, and improve quality. You will also provide guidance on implementing lean manufacturing principles, optimizing supply chain integration, and leveraging digital technologies. This position offers the opportunity to drive thought leadership, solve complex problems creatively, and promote technological advances, creating an environment where people and technology thrive together.

Responsibilities

- Leading the development and implementation of manufacturing strategies to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness
- Analyzing product development lifecycles to identify bottlenecks and develop strategies for improving speed to market and reducing costs
- Providing guidance on implementing lean manufacturing principles and optimizing supply chain integration
- Leveraging digital technologies to drive innovation and improve manufacturing processes
- Conducting feasibility studies and strategic questioning to identify growth opportunities and market gaps
- Managing compliance and standards within manufacturing operations to maintain quality and integrity
- Overseeing project resource management to validate timely delivery and alignment with client expectations
- Promoting service excellence and systemic thinking to enhance client satisfaction and business performance
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive business growth and mentor emerging leaders in the industry

What You Must Have

- At least a Bachelor's degree
- At least 9 years of experience

What Sets You Apart

- Preference for at least one of the following fields of study: Analytics/Data Science, Artificial Intelligence/Robotics, Biology/Biomedical Sciences, Business Administration/Management, Computer Science/Information Systems, Engineering, Environmental Science/Sustainability, Health Administration/Public Health, Mathematics/Statistics, Operations/Supply Chain, Project/Technology Management, Science
- Demonstrating proficiency in Lean Manufacturing and Operations Strategy
- Utilizing emerging technologies to drive manufacturing innovation
- Leading strategic questioning and systemic thinking in complex environments
- Managing compliance and standards within the pharmaceutical and life sciences sectors
- Excelling in project resource management and service excellence
- Cultivating growth management and influence in client engagements

Travel Requirements

Up to 80%

Job Posting End Date

The salary range for this position is: $155,000 - $410,000. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. All hired individuals are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation, personal and family sick leave, and more. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link: https://pwc.to/benefits-at-a-glance

About PWC

PwC is a multinational professional services network of firms headquartered in London, United Kingdom, operating as partnerships under the PwC brand. PwC ranks as the second-largest professional services network in the world and is considered one of the Big Four accounting firms, along with Deloitte, EY and KPMG. PwC firms operate in 157 countries, 742 locations, with 276,000 people. As of 2020, 26% of the workforce worked in the Americas, 26% in Asia, 32% in Western Europe, 5% in Middle East and Africa and 11% in Central and Eastern Europe and Central Asia.
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284,000 employees
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Founded
1998

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