• Manage the Bioprocess Technology Solutions (BTS) team (approximately 25 employees with 8 direct reports) and site activities for Boxmeer, De Bilt, and Cologne.
• Lead the strategic direction of process improvement for the existing vaccine portfolio.
• Provide clear direction, prioritization, and accountability for site-level and cross-site activities.
• Align local site activities with global BTS strategy and priorities.
• Maintain effective communication with the EU Lead BTS and key functional stakeholders.
• Collaborate with R&D to develop new processes and refine existing ones.
• Drive improvements in upstream, downstream, and FPU processes.
• Resolve manufacturing and supply issues impacting the vaccine portfolio.
• Support process scale-up and ensure robustness and quality during large-scale production.
• Advise on equipment modifications required for process changes and new product development.
• Evaluate new technologies to improve efficiency and reduce manufacturing costs.
• Sponsor and lead structured problem-solving using MPS tools.
• Support successful product transfers, including transfer from R&D and site-to-site implementation.
• Facilitate technology implementation according to agreed schedules, milestones, objectives, and cost targets.
• Ensure compliance with corporate, regulatory, quality, and EHS requirements.
• Manage, coach, and develop BTS personnel at the site level.
• Build capability and develop new talent for strategic roles.
• Monitor external trends in vaccine process development and identify opportunities for innovation.
• Support external talent scouting and academic collaboration, including PhD programs with universities such as Wageningen.
• Provide scientific expertise and strategic input to GSC management on investments, acquisitions, and future technical direction.
• Travel as required to support BTS teams and projects across sites.

• Master’s degree in technology or engineering.
• Over 10 years of relevant experience in viral cell culture, bacterial fermentation, downstream processing, purification, freeze-drying, and vaccine formulation.
• Experience managing managers and teams, developing talent, and coaching employees for growth and succession.
• Strong organizational and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to drive multiple high-complexity projects and deadlines across sites and countries while aligning different functions toward common goals.
• Ability to contribute to investment decisions, technical strategy, and long-term capability building.
• Excellent command of the English language; Dutch is preferred.
• Willingness to commute to Boxmeer, requiring on-site presence at least 4 days per week, or willing to relocate from within Europe.

A unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact at the world’s largest animal health site during an exciting stage of growth and transformation. This role combines scientific leadership, an innovative mindset, and strong people development skills to shape robust processes, enable successful technology transfers, and contribute to manufacturing excellence. We offer a competitive benefits package:

• Competitive compensation aligned with your knowledge and experience.
• 3% year-end payment and an annual bonus based on individual and company performance.
• Company car or car allowance.
• A minimum of 25 days of leave.
• Solid Pension Plan.
• Excellent accessibility: the train station is right by our main entrance, with ample parking.
• High-quality company restaurant with fresh, healthy options daily.
• Contribution toward your personal sports/fitness membership to support your vitality.
• Beautiful private park on the premises, ideal for a walk, break, or moment of relaxation.
• Mental well-being support via Lyra Health for you and your family members.
• Access to a dedicated prayer/meditation room.

For questions about this vacancy, please send an email including the vacancy number and job title to RecruitmentNL@MSD.com. Applications can only be submitted via our website.