Technical Manager

Job description

the employer Saudi Arabia seeks a Technical Manager to lead the technical functions at its pharmaceutical manufacturing site in Jeddah Warehouse City. The role oversees all technical aspects of the product lifecycle, drives performance and capability, and ensures full compliance with SFDA and other regulatory requirements. Serves as a core member of the Site Leadership Team, provides strategic direction for technical activities, and embeds GMP and QMS principles in daily operations and long‑term improvement plans. Represents the site with SFDA, Ministry of Health and other regulators on licensing, inspections and submissions. Leads regulatory and internal audits, ensures effective follow‑up, Level‑2 process alignment and CAPA implementation. Holds formal responsibility for product recalls and complaints, coordinating corrective and preventive actions. Oversees preparation, review and approval of technical registration documents and product files. Ensures manufacturing follows GMP, approves Batch Manufacturing and Packaging Records. Authorises quality improvement plans, technical change controls and annual product review reports. Reviews and approves self‑inspection plans and audit/CAPA reports. Provides batch release in the Quality Lead’s absence and authorises reprocessing requests. Approves risk assessments, incident/deviation management and associated CAPAs. Drives proactive talent management, succession planning, capability building and support for graduate and industrial placement programmes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)
• proven experience in a senior technical or leadership role within pharmaceutical manufacturing or at the R&D‑manufacturing interface
• minimum of 3 years’ experience in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment
• strong track record in leading technical teams and delivering solutions in a GMP setting
• excellent knowledge and practical application of GMP guidelines and QMS requirements
• high level of proficiency in English (spoken and written)
• Saudi national in line with local regulatory and licensing requirements
• valid practitioner licence from the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties and compliance with SFDA requirements
• demonstrated ability to drive change, deliver solutions and develop people in a complex matrixed environment
• strong knowledge of regulatory requirements and pharmaceutical product development
• solid operational understanding of manufacturing unit operations, plant and laboratory equipment
• strong analytical skills with ability to interpret data for tactical and strategic decisions
• excellent communication and influencing skills at all organisational levels and with external regulators
• skills in CMC strategy, data‑driven decision making, data integrity, debate moderation, digital fluency, GxP regulations, lean management, problem solving, process optimisation, project leadership, risk awareness, scientific writing, technology transfer.

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