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Job Title: Head of API & DS Location: Uppsala, Sweden (hybrid) Job Description Are you a strategic leader ready to make a significant impact in a global environment? We are seeking a Head of API & DS Production to drive production excellence, innovation, and transformation at our Swedish manufacturing site. In this senior leadership role, you will oversee the end-to-end production, bulk processing, and filling operations, ensuring the highest standards in quality, safety, and efficiency. You will play a critical part in shaping our global strategy, leading high-performing teams, and building strong cross-functional partnerships to support the business's growth and operational goals. Key Responsibilities * Lead and execute the Production, Processing, Packaging & Compounding strategy aligned with global and functional objectives. * Translate business strategy into effective operational plans, building and inspiring high-performing teams. * Drive operational excellence in bulk material processing, including both mechanical and chemical production methods. * Develop and implement strategies and policies to optimize manufacturing operations and meet evolving business needs. * Oversee financial management, including budgeting, resource planning, and cost optimization for the production function. * Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to influence strategic decisions and ensure seamless operations. * Act as a thought leader, fostering innovation, driving change initiatives, and representing the organization internally and externally. Skills & Qualifications * Master's degree or PhD in a relevant technical or scientific field. * More than 12 years of experience in Production, Processing, Packaging, or related fields within a global manufacturing environment. * Proven leadership experience managing large, cross-functional teams with budget accountability. * Strong stakeholder management, negotiation, and communication skills in both English and Swedish. * Demonstrated ability to drive operational transformation and strategic initiatives across complex organizations. What we offer in return You will be working for an organisation that embraces diversity & inclusion and believe we will deliver better outcomes by reflecting the perspectives of our diverse customer base. As Galderma's Global Center of Excellence for Aesthetics we have in Uppsala a unique edge as we have on our site the whole product chain from research and development to production and marketing. Here our nearly 600 employees work on our world leading brands such as Restylane, Azzalure and Sculptra. We are offering you the opportunity to work in an exciting, international environment where both professional and personal development is encouraged. We are based in modern offices and located just by the river (Fyrisån) in Uppsala only a 10 minute bike ride from Uppsala Central Station. Our people make a difference At Galderma, you'll work with people who are like you. And people that are different. We value what every member of our team brings. Professionalism, collaboration, and a friendly, supportive ethos is the perfect environment for people to thrive and excel in what they do.