Director of Global Operations
Company Description
Sartorius Albumedix is a science-driven company and recognized leader in albumin-enabled solutions for advanced therapies and next-generation biopharmaceuticals. Established in the UK in 1984, the company has helped life-science partners deliver hundreds of millions of safe doses of clinical and marketed therapeutics worldwide. Its portfolio includes Recombumin®, the only USP-NF compliant recombinant human albumin, along with client-focused development and compliance services and drug-enhancing technologies such as Veltis®. Guided by a mission to empower excellence, Sartorius Albumedix consistently challenges the status quo through collaborative innovation. The team is committed to improving patient outcomes globally by enabling the development and commercialization of cutting-edge biopharmaceuticals. Role Description The Director of Global Operations is a full-time remote role responsible for overseeing end-to-end operational performance across international sites and functions. This role involves designing and implementing global operations strategies, optimizing processes, and ensuring alignment with corporate goals and regulatory requirements. The director will lead cross-functional teams, manage capacity and resource planning, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, quality, and scalability. Day-to-day responsibilities include monitoring operational KPIs, managing budgets and forecasts, coordinating with commercial, R&D, and supply chain teams, and resolving operational risks and issues. The role also includes mentoring operational leaders, supporting major transformation projects, and championing a culture of operational excellence and collaboration.
Qualifications
Strong Operations Management and Operational Excellence skills, including experience in designing, implementing, and optimizing global processes. Proficient Analytical Skills to interpret complex data, track KPIs, and make evidence-based decisions that support strategic objectives. Demonstrated Team Leadership capabilities, with a track record of guiding diverse, cross-functional, and remote teams toward shared goals. Solid Budgeting and financial management skills, including forecasting, cost control, and resource allocation across multiple regions. Extensive experience in global operations roles within life sciences, biopharmaceuticals, or related regulated industries. Ability to work effectively in a remote, international environment and build strong stakeholder relationships across functions and geographies. Advanced problem-solving, change-management, and strategic planning skills, with experience leading complex transformation initiatives. Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations, Engineering, Life Sciences, or a related field; advanced degree (MBA or equivalent) is an advantage.