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Would you like to join an international team working to improve the future of healthcare? Do you want to enhance the lives of millions of people? Grifols is a global healthcare company that since 1909 has been working to improve the health and well-being of people around the world. We are leaders in plasma-derived medicines and transfusion medicine and develop, produce and market innovative medicines, solutions and services in more than 110 countries and regions.
We believe that diversity adds value to our business, our teams and our culture. We are committed to equal employment opportunities that foster an inclusive environment.
Help us lead one of the world’s largest pharmaceutical companies. We are a world leader in plasma-derived medicines with a presence in more than 100 countries, and a growing global team of over 20.000 people. That’s why we need a Operational Excellence Specialist like you.
As an Operational Excellence Specialist, you will be responsible for coordinating the Biomat area and the end-to-end flow across multiple functional areas within the framework of the Project Lliçà.
Role Mission
To lead and drive continuous improvement, operational excellence, and project management initiatives, promoting process optimization, waste elimination, standardization of best practices, and enhanced operational performance.
The successful candidate will act as a key contributor in the planning, coordination, monitoring, and communication of strategic initiatives, ensuring alignment across all involved functions and facilitating the successful execution of transformation and improvement projects that deliver business value.
You will work cross-functionally with Operations, Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, IT, and other business areas to identify improvement opportunities and develop solutions that increase productivity, quality, efficiency, and internal and external customer satisfaction.
What your responsibilities will be
Lead and coordinate Biomat workstreams related to the implementation of the new Plasma Logistics Center (PLC).
Plan, organize and monitor project activities, ensuring alignment of timelines, milestones, deliverables, resources and dependencies.
Coordinate cross-functional teams and stakeholders, facilitating effective communication and collaboration across the organization.
Drive process improvement, standardization, digitalization and Operational Excellence initiatives to enhance operational performance.
Monitor project progress, identify risks and issues, and ensure appropriate mitigation and follow-up actions.
Prepare and communicate project status updates, KPIs, governance materials and executive reports to support decision-making.
Ensure compliance with GxP requirements, quality standards and applicable regulatory expectations throughout the project lifecycle.
Support change management and project porfolio initiatives, promoting successful implementation and sustainable adoption of new processes and ways of working.
Facilitate collaboration between cross-functional teams and help drive alignment, accountability and execution discipline across the project.
Support change management activities to enable successful implementation and adoption of the future processes and ways of working.
Manage and/or contribute to other projects within the Biomat project porfolio, as required, ensuring alignment with business priorities, operational excellence standards and quality requirements.
Contribute to the development of the Operational Excellence strategy and support broader business transformation initiatives.
Who you are
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, education, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions).
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Business Administration, or a related field.
Advanced level of English, Spanish, both written and spoken.
3 to 5 years of experience in Operational Excellence, Continuous Improvement, PMO, Project Management, Process Excellence, or similar roles in industrial or regulated environments.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management tools; knowledge of Power BI, Minitab, Tableau, MS Project, Smartsheet, and similar analytical tools is a plus
Proven experience leading cross-functional projects, process improvement initiatives, and organizational transformation programs.
Strong knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, Continuous Improvement methodologies, and project management principles.
Experience in project planning, coordination, governance, risk management, and stakeholder management.
Knowledge of GMP/GxP regulated environments is a plus.
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, Project Management, or PMO certifications are a plus.
Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and influence stakeholders at different organizational levels.
What we offer
It is a brilliant opportunity for you, Grifols is fully aware that its employees are one of its major assets. We are committed to maintaining an atmosphere that encourages all our employees to develop their professional careers in an excellent working environment.
Information about Grifols is available at www.grifols.com. If you are interested in joining our company and you have what it takes for such an exciting position, then don’t hesitate to apply!
We look forward to receiving your application!
We believe in diverse talent and want to remove any barriers that may hinder your participation. If you require any adjustments in our selection process, please do not hesitate to inform us when applying. We are here to help.
Grifols is an equal opportunity employer.
Flexible schedule: Monday-Thursday 8:00h – 17:00h and Friday 8:00 - 15:00h (with the same flexible start time).
Benefits package
Contract of Employment: Permanent position
Flexibility for U Program: Remote working
Location: Parets del Vallès
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