Viatris is a global healthcare company uniquely positioned to bridge the traditional divide between generics and brands, combining the best of both to more holistically address healthcare needs globally. With a mission to empower people worldwide to live healthier at every stage of life, we provide access at scale, currently supplying high-quality medicines to approximately 1 billion patients around the world annually and touching all of life's moments, from birth to the end of life, acute conditions to chronic diseases.
We have been included on number of award lists that demonstrate the impact we are making.
This posting supports ongoing hiring needs and may be used to consider candidates for upcoming opportunities.
Every day, we rise to the challenge to make a difference and here’s how the Director, Operational Excellence, EU & NA role will make an impact:
Key responsibilities for this role include:
1. Lean 4.0 Program Leadership
Lead the end-to-end deployment and sustainment of the Lean 4.0 program across EU & NA sites.
Drive integration of Lean methodologies with digital technologies (automation, data analytics, AI-enabled insights) to create a modern, data-driven operating model.
Own regional execution of Lean 4.0 governance, roadmap delivery, and wave-based deployment.
Ensure consistent adoption of Lean 4.0 standards, frameworks, and maturity models across sites.
Ensure delivery of site diagnostics, baselining, and 3-year transformation roadmaps.
2. Operational Excellence Deployment
Translate global OE and Lean 4.0 strategy into site-level transformation roadmaps.
Lead deployment of standard work, lean systems, and performance management frameworks.
Institutionalize tier management, KPI systems, and structured problem-solving methodologies.
Ensure integration of OE practices into daily management systems and decision-making.
Scale and replicate best practices and successful transformation use cases.
3. Network Strategic Cost Reduction
Drive cost reduction framework.
Identify savings opportunities at site against targets.
Track and report value delivery against site targets.
Drive harmonization across sites and adopt best practices to deliver cost.
4. Digital Transformation
Drive adoption of digital foundations such as paperless systems, digital logs, and data integration .
Lead initiatives across key Lean 4.0 workstreams, including:
Flow & Performance Excellence (OEE, planning optimization).
Smart Quality (AI-enabled monitoring, automation, product quality insights).
Lab of the Future (digital labs, performance management).
Engineering & Energy Excellence (predictive maintenance, energy optimization).
Enable transition toward real-time, data-driven decision making across sites.
5.Capability Building
Build Lean 4.0 capabilities across site leadership and teams (Lean, Digital, Analytics).
Lead Lean 4.0 training programs, leadership upskilling, and capability certification journeys.
Coach site leaders to embed a culture of continuous improvement and digital adoption.
Develop a sustainable pipeline of Operational Excellence and transformation leaders.
The minimum qualifications for this role are:
Bachelor’s degree in engineering / Operations / Business; MBA preferred. However, a combination of experience and/or education will be considered.
12–18 years of experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, operational excellence, or transformation roles.
Strong experience in Lean, Six Sigma (Green Belt minimum; Black Belt preferred).
Proven track record in deploying large-scale transformation programs across multiple sites/regions.
Experience in digital transformation / Industry 4.0 initiatives in manufacturing environments.
Strong understanding of cGMP and regulatory requirements.
Proficiency in speaking, comprehending, reading, and writing English is required.
At Viatris, we offer competitive salaries, benefits and an inclusive environment where you can use your experiences, perspectives and skills to help make an impact on the lives of others.
Viatris is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, or Business
- MBA
- 12-18 years experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, operational excellence, or transformation roles
- Lean and Six Sigma expertise (Green Belt minimum; Black Belt preferred)
- Proven track record deploying large-scale transformation programs across multiple sites/regions
- Experience in digital transformation / Industry 4.0 initiatives in manufacturing environments
- Strong understanding of cGMP and regulatory requirements
- Proficiency in English (speaking, reading, writing, comprehension)
Viatris Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Viatris and has not been reviewed or approved by Viatris.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Compensation is frequently characterized as competitive and fair for the role, with “good pay” and “fair pay for job” appearing alongside references to competitive salary. This is reinforced by mentions of annual bonuses and overall satisfaction with pay levels in many roles and locations.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is portrayed as comprehensive, including private health insurance in some regions and broad medical support options. Mental health support is also emphasized through EAP access and coaching resources as part of the broader health offering.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits appear robust, with references to defined contribution pension arrangements and a 401(k) with employer matching, plus options for different contribution types. Profit-sharing and long-service/loyalty awards further support longer-term financial value.
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What We Do
Viatris is a global pharmaceutical company formed in 2020 through the combination of Mylan and Upjohn, a legacy division of Pfizer.
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