Operations Manager – Global External Operations

September 29, 2026

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Job Description:

Manage day-to-day activities at one or more Contract Manufacturing Organizations (CMOs)
Execute production plans with CMOs to deliver uninterrupted clinical and commercial product supply
Manage CMO meeting schedules with cross-functional colleagues
Identify supply constraints and negotiate or resolve issues with CMOs
Manage operational escalations and communications within the process team/GEO site
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure uninterrupted product supply
Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions
Manage material movement between CMO sites with internal partners
Attend CMO sites to monitor production campaigns and develop knowledge of manufacturing processes and systems
Maintain visual metrics/dashboards overseeing GEO business
Coordinate evaluations of process changes, change requests, and deviations
Facilitate communications between CMOs, BioMarin manufacturing, and other departments
Lead or participate in technology transfers, product launches, and validation activities
Contribute to formal systems and procedures for CMO selection
Implement control systems within budget and reduce cost of goods
Ensure CMO compliance with cGMPs with Corporate Compliance and Quality departments
Support CMO contracts and negotiations with procurement and EPM teams
Represent assigned products, CMOs, and GEO Operations at relevant meetings
Establish GEO processes and project templates for ORP management as required
Conduct operational gap analyses for new CMOs and lead mitigation plans
Ensure transition of operations from PPQ/launch into commercial process teams
Lead site exit projects as required

Requirements:

Minimum requirement of 5 years leadership experience in Operations, Supply Chain or Quality
BS/BA degree in life sciences, business, or supply chain management
Excellent understanding of processes/unit operations
Demonstrated ability to lead/manage cross-functional, multi-disciplinary teams
Ability to guide and support cross-functional teams in resolving short-term issues and achieving sustained long-term performance
Proven effective decision-making ability
High initiative, influencing, coaching, and organizational skills
Experience working and managing in a regulated GXP environment
Strong stakeholder and relationship management experience
Experience with CAPA, FMEA, and RCA tools in a highly regulated manufacturing environment desired
Excellent organizational, written, verbal communication, and commercial acumen
Experience in supply planning or inventory management

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