Head of Commercial and Batch Release

Join us as we transform immunology and deliver medicines that help autoimmune patients get their lives back. argenx is preparing for multi-dimensional expansion to reach more patients through a rich pipeline of differentiated assets, led by VYVGART, our first-in-class neonatal Fc receptor blocker approved for the treatment of gMG, and with the potential to treat patients across dozens of severe autoimmune diseases.

We are building a new kind of biotech company, one that maintains its roots as a science-based start-up and pushes our commitment to innovate across all corners of our business. We strive to inspire and grow our company, our partnerships, our science, and our people, because when we do, we deliver more for patients. 

PURPOSE OF THE FUNCTION:

• Clear Leadership and Vision: Lead and drive the Commercial and Batch Disposition team to align with and achieve argenx’s vision and mission.

• Robust Compliance: Maintain a sustainable, robust, and compliant batch release and Marketing Authorization Holder (MAH), (MIA) system.

• Foster Strong Partnerships: Excel at building and maintaining strong collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders to effectively deliver the product portfolio expansion commercial strategy.

• Promote Cross-Functional Collaboration: Establish a seamless partnership with the Commercial counterparts in TechOps, ensuring strong alignment between Product Quality and cross-functional teams

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead, motivate and guide the Commercial and Batch Disposition teams to achieve excellence in all aspects of their work.

• Drive and establish a clear quality and business objectives, ensuring timely monitoring of batch release performance and progress against defined goals.

• Lead the PQ Commercial and batch disposition team in the global expansion efforts and the successful launch of new products, fostering innovation and operational readiness and also partner with the commercial manufacturing team in TechOps in the global expansion efforts and the successful launch of new products.

• Drive the commercial and batch disposition team in maintaining the Marketing Authorization Holder (MAH) and (MIA )compliance and readiness for regulatory inspections.

• Lead and drive initiatives to continuously improve the Quality Management System (QMS) and operational practices by benchmarking industry standards, evaluating stakeholder requirements, and defining performance metrics.

• Lead the design and execution of a comprehensive, compliance framework for batch release processes, ensuring seamless adherence to regulatory standards across both commercial and clinical products.

• Lead the design and execution of digital transformation of batch release processes to enhance efficiency, data integrity, and compliance.

• Drive the creation and implementation of Standard Operating Procedures as an author, reviewer and approver.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:

• Collaborative leadership and team player

• Ability to effectively lead, motivate and coach the team on quality and key business priorities

• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills

• Excellent stakeholder management skills

• Strong analytical and problem solving skills

• Solid scientific writing and reporting skills  

• Extensive knowledge and experience in GMP area within a biopharmaceutical company

• Extensive   knowledge of Health authority regulations such as the  FDA, EU and PMDA and ICH Guidelines and  strong business knowledge of the major  markets ( US, EU Japan etc)

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Educated to degree level (preferably PHD or Masters) in a relevant commercial pharmacy or engineering discipline

• 5- 10 years of experience in GMP and supply with in‐depth knowledge of commercial GMP and GDP processes.

• Extensive experience in successfully managing Health Authority inspections

• Certification as a Qualified Person is a desirable.

At argenx, all applicants are welcomed in an inclusive environment. They will receive equal consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. argenx is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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