Head of Process Improvements

As Head of Process Improvements, you lead a team of engineers who aim to systematically improve our manufacturing process. To obtain results, you’ll design solutions, provide proof‑of‑concept and finally implement process improvements. What can you expect? You act as the direct lead for a team of engineers with different backgrounds and experience levels. You propose and drive innovative ideas to improve the cell therapy manufacturing process from a reliability, OOS, terminations, automation and cost perspective. You lead, support and influence different process improvements both at a local as global level. You act as an SME in the support of investigations, process improvements, process validations and tech transfer activities. Stakeholder management: build up strong partnerships with different departments (Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality) to ensure seamless implementation of improvements. Who are we looking for? Education Master degree in a technical discipline is required (Engineering, Science or relatable) Experience A minimum of 10 years of experience within a similar role in which tech transfer, process validation, process life cycle management was a major part. Experience as a people manager is a must have (Minimum for five years). Languages English at a fluent level is a must have for this role. Dutch is a nice to have. Strengths Strong leadership and decision‑making skills. The ability to connect with people, pitch ideas and find alignment across departments. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Resilient and the ability to keep oversight in a fast‑changing environment. Expertise The ability to act as an SME on topics around process improvement, validation, … Good knowledge of a cell therapy manufacturing process. What do we offer you? A meaningful job with an excellent work‑life balance. A supportive and innovative work environment. We value and encourage learning and personal development. The opportunity to work with people from different departments & regions. A contract of indefinite duration and an attractive salary package complemented by many fringe benefits, such as company car, additional statutory vacations, meal vouchers, group and hospitalization insurance, double vacation pay, an end‑of‑year and performance bonus. Many fun and informal events. About Legend Biotech Legend Biotech is a global biotechnology company dedicated to developing, manufacturing, and commercializing innovative and life‑saving cell therapies for the treatment of chronic and life‑threatening diseases, such as cancer. The company was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in Somerset, New Jersey. Legend Biotech now employs over 2,400 people across six global manufacturing sites. Two of these sites are in Ghent: Obelisc (Technology Park Zwijnaarde) and Tech Lane (Eilandje Zwijnaarde). In Ghent, Legend Biotech focuses on the production of advanced CAR‑T cell therapies for the treatment of multiple myeloma, in close collaboration with Johnson & Johnson. Equal Opportunity Statement Legend Biotech is a proud equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is Legend’s policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Legend Biotech maintains a drug‑free workplace. #J-18808-Ljbffr