Join Alvotech as a Senior Operational Excellence Specialist and play a key role in driving strategic improvement initiatives across the organization. In this role, you will partner with business leaders to optimize processes, enhance operational performance, and foster a culture of continuous improvement that supports Alvotech's growth and long-term success. The role acts as an internal consultant and trusted partner to functional leaders, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, quality, compliance, scalability, and organizational effectiveness. Through data-driven decision making, structured problem solving, and change leadership, the position enables sustainable operational excellence and supports execution of Alvotech's strategic objectives. Key
Responsibilities
Operational Excellence and Continuous Improvement Lead cross-functional operational excellence initiatives. Drive process optimization efforts using Lean, Six Sigma, Operational Excellence, and continuous improvement methodologies. Identify operational inefficiencies, bottlenecks, risks, and waste and develop sustainable improvement solutions. Facilitate value stream mapping, process mapping, workflow redesign, and business process reviews. Establish standardized approaches that improve efficiency, quality, compliance, and business performance. Strategic Projects and Business Transformation Lead complex improvement and transformation projects with significant organizational impact. Support strategic initiatives by translating business objectives into actionable improvement programs. Manage project plans, timelines, deliverables, risks, dependencies, and stakeholder engagement activities. Drive implementation of new ways of working, governance structures, and operational frameworks. Ensure project benefits are measured, tracked, and sustained following implementation. Operational Excellence Capability Building Promote a culture of continuous improvement throughout the organization. Coach and mentor project teams and stakeholders on operational excellence methodologies and tools. Share best practices and lessons learned across departments. Support development of operational excellence standards, methodologies, and governance models. Compliance and Quality Ensure improvement initiatives align with applicable GMP requirements, company procedures, and regulatory expectations. Support inspection readiness through robust process documentation and sustainable process controls. Contribute to risk assessments, investigations, and CAPA activities where operational processes are impacted. Minimum
Education
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Experience
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Education
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Business Administration, Biotechnology, Supply Chain, or related discipline. Master's degree preferred.
Experience
Minimum 7 years of experience in Operational Excellence, Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, Project Management, Management Consulting, or related field. Demonstrated experience leading complex cross-functional improvement initiatives. Proven track record of delivering measurable business improvements.
Experience
working within a pharmaceutical environment is preferred. Knowledge and Skills Strong knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, Operational Excellence and continuous improvement methodologies. Advanced analytical and problem-solving capabilities. Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills. Strong facilitation and workshop leadership capabilities. Ability to manage multiple concurrent initiatives and priorities. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Advanced Microsoft Excel, Power BI and PowerPoint skills. Strong business acumen and strategic thinking capabilities. Ability to operate effectively across all organizational levels. Preferred Certifications Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt. Project Management Professional (PMP) is an advantage. Success Measures The Senior Operational Excellence Specialist will be successful when: Strategic improvement initiatives are delivered on time and achieve intended outcomes. KPI performance demonstrates measurable and sustainable improvement. Business processes become increasingly standardized, scalable, and effective. Operational risks and inefficiencies are proactively identified and addressed. Stakeholders view Operational Excellence as a trusted strategic partner. Continuous improvement capabilities and culture are strengthened across the organization. What we offer: An inspiring challenge to work with great co-workers on ambitious projects that change people's lives. The chance to be a part of a global and fast-growing company. An international work culture that encourages diversity, collaboration and inclusion. Positive, flexible, and innovative work environment. Support for personal growth and internal career development. Company social events and milestone celebrations. Excellent in-house canteen and coffee house. Exercise and wellbeing support for full-time employees. On-site shower facility. Transportation grant towards eco-friendly modes of travel for full-time employees. Internet at home for full-time employees. At Alvotech, we are building a global biotechnology company with a clear purpose: to expand access to high-quality, affordable biologic medicines for patients worldwide. Our people are central to that mission. Across our global teams, we bring together expertise in science, manufacturing, quality and commercial operations to shape the future of biosimilars. We offer a dynamic, fast-moving environment where curiosity, initiative and ownership are encouraged. Rooted in Icelandic values and operating on a global stage, we value collaboration, diversity and integrity across everything we do. Our teams work on meaningful challenges, contribute directly to patient impact, and grow alongside the business. Whether you are at the start of your career or looking to take your next step, Alvotech offers the opportunity to do work that matters, in a company driven by purpose and scale. If you do not see a role that matches your experience today, we still welcome general applications from individuals who share our ambition and want to help improve access to biologic medicines worldwide. If you have any technical issues, please contact: hr@alvotech.com