S&I Lead (Albumin)

The S&I (Sustain and Improve) lead is accountable for the delivery (project KPI and value add realization) of the IPT S&I project portfolio and landscape enterprise wide (except CMC+ and CAPEX projects managed by Project Delivery).The incumbent will achieve this by:Acting as Sponsor, Project lead and/or Technical execution lead for individual S&I Projects & Programs (selecting acting project function based on identified need in the project and priority within the IPT, to assure successful delivery of the project KPIs and output)Managing complex interdependencies across all S&I projects in IPTProviding input into the business cases for prioritization of new projectsWorking with Tech Dev Lead and IPT Lead to manage resources on a day-to-day basis, addressing urgent needs as they arise (this includes the coordination with the IPT relevant MS&T lead(s), to prioritize and integrate potential operations initiatives and projects within the S&I project portfolio)Consolidating updates across S&I projects and providing integrated overview to the IPT leadOwning accountability for achieving and delivering KPIs across the entire S&I portfolioIn general the S&I role is a enterprise wide senior technical role operating with matrix leadership within the IPT. Based on S&I portfolio complexity and needs integrates project managers as direct reports to assure delivery of the S&I project portfolioRESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIESLead a cross-functional product focused team (matrix) with the accountability to deliver the defined outcome (KPI and value add realization) of the IPT relevant S&I project portfolio. May manage S&I project managers directly to assure the delivery of S&I projects.Accountable for the delivery of the S&I project portfolio, byDriving the projects through a direct key project role via sponsorship, direct project management and/or technical leadEstablishing the S&I project KPIs, plus track and act (accountable for achievement)Assure S&I project value-add realization as defined in business caseTechnical responsibility for S&I project portfolio maintenance and continuous improvementAssess and prioritize based on current business needs improvement/best practice opportunities for selected product (in exchange with partners in Operations and within the IPT, i.e. MS&T lead) and integrate in consultation with the IPT lead into the S&I project portfolio for consideration and select those opportunities that provide meaningful benefits to the company (business case driven) and patients.Work closely with the various manufacturing sites, IPT leadership team and global partners to identify and to bring continuous improvement and best practice to the relevant IPTs and integrate in the S&I project portfolio.Provide leadership and direction for the S&I portfolio of projects for the in-scope product, aligned within the IPT and with internal stakeholders like Network strategy, Operations Value Stream partners, Project deliveryManage interdependencies between IPT relevant S&I projects, i.e. by developing and owning a technical Product Roadmap for the portfolio of projects in scopePrepare and ensure business/financial drivers, especially for project portfolio prioritization are understood by the team and built into the RoadmapFoster and manage successful relationships with senior executive stakeholders to manage expectations and achieve successful S&I project portfolio outcomes. Integration of the S&I project portfolio into the established governance process.Review and approve global process changes, project stage gates (technical), tech transfers, and if required multi-site CAPAs in context of the S&I project portfolioSupport the respective IPT lead with product performance health management and general product KPI definition and deliverySupport the MS&T organization with enterprise-wide product technical expertiseEducation BS in Engineering or Scientific field required. Advanced degree in a relevant Technical Field preferably combined with relevant post-graduate qualifications.Experience 10+ years of experience in pharmaceutical production environment with significant exposure to GMP environment.Very strong knowledge in biopharmaceutical production processes and/or process development and validation.Strong data management knowledge.Six Sigma qualification and experience preferredExperience as a manager position preferred.Experience in interdisciplinary teamwork and matrix organizations.Proven experience in managing strategic projects, project management/risk and issue management and reporting in a highly regulated environment.Excellent knowledge of performance evaluation techniques (key metrics) and change management principlesCompetencies Management of products and linked project portfolios and ability to build interdisciplinary teams:  Achieve alignment across site functions. Creates strong moral and spirit in his/her team. Mobilizes organization to initiate and execute changeIntegrity: Demonstrated integrity, independent thinking, judgment, and respect for othersExcellent technical judgement and functional skills: Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills to do the job at a high level of accomplishmentAbility to influence people across the organization: Is widely trusted and collaborates effectivelyCross cultural sensitivity and flexibility: Understands and respects differences in people and cultures. Champions inclusiveness and teamworkGood interpersonal and communication skills: Relates and communicates well at all levels of the organization, builds appropriate rapport, builds constructive and effective relationships.Innovation Management / Creativity for Enterprise value: Has good judgment about which creative ideas and suggestions will work, can facilitate effective brainstorming, comes up with new and unique ideas; Pursue value realization/drive results to benefit the overall enterpriseStrategic Agility: Sees ahead clearly; can anticipate future consequences and trends accurately; has broad knowledge and perspective; is future oriented; can articulately paint credible pictures and visions of possibilities and likelihoods; can create competitive and breakthrough strategies and plans.Problem solving: Uses rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions, can see hidden problems, is excellent at honest analysisProject Management skills: Demonstrated project management skills including simultaneous management of projects. Excellent planning, time management and coordination skillsCustomer Orientation: Develop strategies that align the enterprise to serve customer needsUnderstands process data analytics concepts (control charts, process capability)Global business knowledge and Business acumenPresentation skillsAbility to work both independently and as part of a teamWorking ConditionsCapability to work across time-zones which may require meeting times outside of a normal “day shift”Strategic thinker with a clear understanding of how goals and decisions align with broader business strategy, ensuring delivery efforts are consistently value drivenAble to maintain an external and strategic focus for yourself and your teamCan operate in a fast-paced, matrixed environment, bringing clarity and executional rigor amid ambiguity and competing prioritiesTravel Requirements 0-15% (domestic/international)About CSL BehringCSL Behring is a global biotherapeutics leader driven by our promise to save lives. Focused on serving patients’ needs by using the latest technologies, we discover, develop and deliver innovative therapies for people living with conditions in the immunology, hematology, cardiovascular and metabolic, respiratory, and transplant therapeutic areas. We use three strategic scientific platforms of plasma fractionation, recombinant protein technology, and cell and gene therapy to support continued innovation and continually refine ways in which products can address unmet medical needs and help patients lead full lives.CSL Behring operates one of the world’s largest plasma collection networks, CSL Plasma. Our parent company, CSL, headquartered in Melbourne, Australia, employs 32,000 people, and delivers its lifesaving therapies to people in more than 100 countries.To learn more about CSL, CSL Behring, CSL Seqirus and CSL Vifor  visit and CSL Plasma at BenefitsFor more information on CSL benefits visit How CSL Supports Your Well-being | CSL. You Belong at CSLAt CSL, Inclusion and Belonging is at the core of our mission and who we are. It fuels our innovation day in and day out. By celebrating our differences and creating a culture of curiosity and empathy, we are able to better understand and connect with our patients and donors, foster strong relationships with our stakeholders, and sustain a diverse workforce that will move our company and industry into the future. To learn more about inclusion and belonging visit Opportunity EmployerCSL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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Created: 2026-04-05