Description

The Manager, Launch Excellence, is responsible for ensuring the timely and compliant launch of new commercial products in international markets. This role oversees all operational launch activities, works cross-functionally with global teams, and contributes to continuous process improvement across the organization.

Your main tasks

• Oversee the execution of all activities related to new product launches outside the U.S.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Regulatory Affairs, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Planning, Demand Planning, Market Partners, and other operational functions to ensure on-time, compliant product launches
• Act as the main point of contact between manufacturing sites and markets for assigned launches
• Develop detailed launch readiness, execution, and contingency plans using established project management tools and templates
• Monitor progress against launch plans and milestones, identify risks, and implement corrective actions where needed to maintain timelines
• Lead cross-functional discussions, coordinate launch forums, and drive contingency measures to ensure successful execution
• Track and report launch progress, generate relevant KPIs, and ensure visibility of key project deliverables
• Contribute to global launch strategies, SKU management, and labeling or packaging requirements
• Support the identification and implementation of best practices to drive continuous improvement across launch processes

Your profile

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or commercial discipline, or equivalent professional experience
• Proven experience managing and coordinating complex, cross-functional projects in an international environment
• Strong understanding of manufacturing, regulatory, and logistics processes; knowledge of GMP/GDP and labeling/artwork development is an advantage
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence and partner effectively across functions and geographies
• Proactive, results-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with a high degree of autonomy
• Demonstrated ability to challenge the status quo and drive process improvements
• Fluent in English and French

Sebastian Pal is looking forward to receiving your application documents via job portal (CV, diploma, reference letters; no motivational letter necessary).
Full discretion is guaranteed and we will gladly answer any additional questions.