LOCATION: SWITZERLAND OR SPAIN

MAIN TASKS:

Performance Management & KPIs
- Define and implement a comprehensive R&D; performance framework, including KPIs, metrics, and dashboards across all functions;
- Establish clear tracking of deliverables, milestones, timelines, cost, and quality indicators;
- Enable transparency and fact-based decision-making through regular performance reporting to leadership;
- Monitor portfolio execution performance and identify risks and mitigation actions.

Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement
- Lead structured diagnostics of R&D; processes (As-Is / To-Be) including value stream mapping, root cause analysis, and identification of inefficiencies;
- Design and implement end-to-end process re-engineering initiatives to simplify workflows, reduce cycle times, and improve quality;
- Drive standardization across functions while enabling flexibility for project-specific needs;
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives across R&D; using Lean Six Sigma and other operational excellence methodologies;




- Lead cross-functional optimization programs to enhance productivity, speed, and quality of development.

Process & Operating Model Optimization
- Design, harmonize, and optimize end-to-end R&D; processes across CMC, Clinical, Regulatory, Device, Project Management and Medical Affairs;
- Provide input and recommendations on R&D; operating models, governance structures, and ways of working;
- Ensure alignment between general processes and local execution.

Tools & Digital Enablement
- Assess and optimize R&D; tools and systems supporting planning, tracking, and execution;
- Drive adoption of digital tools and data management solutions to enhance performance visibility and collaboration;
- Ensure integration and consistency of tools across functions.

Change Management & Culture
- Drive a culture of performance, accountability, and continuous improvement across R&D;
- Support change management initiatives linked to transformation programs (e.g.,

📌 Director R&D Operational Excellence (Barcelona)
🏢 Fresenius Se Kgaa
📍 Barcelona