Corporate Operations Strategy & Optimization
Team: Industrial Operations & HSE
Contract Type: Permanent
Based in Parma, Italy, Chiesi is an international research-focused pharmaceutical and healthcare group with over 85 years' experience, operating in 31 countries with more than 7,000 employees (Chiesi Group).
To achieve its mission of improving people's quality of life by acting responsibly towards society and the environment, the Group researches, develops and markets innovative drugs in its main therapeutic areas: We are proud to have been awarded with B Corp Certification , a recognition of high social and environmental standards .
We are a reliable company that adopts and promotes a transparent and ethical behavior at all levels.
We believe that the success of Chiesi is built and shaped by our people and our strong set of shared Values and Behaviors .
In fact, we are a global family made up of different cultures, different genders, generations, ethnicities, abilities, sexual identities and many other enriching diversities.
Chiesi Global Manufacturing Division
Chiesi Group has three production plants: The plants produce a total of over 110 million units per year.
The production plant in Parma covers a total area of more than fifteen thousand square meters and it is the strategic hub for the production and distribution of our products, being an international supply center that exports to more than 80 countries.
The Parma plant produces solid medicinal products, such as tablets and inhaled dry powders; vials of sterile suspension for endotracheal administration; Santana produces pressurized solutions and suspensions for inhalant therapy (MDIs)



and supplies both domestic market and Group's Affiliates and exports to licensees and distributors.
Blois specializes in Dry Powder Inhalers and final assembly stages of the Metered-Dose Inhalers (MDIs), supplies Group's Affiliates and distributes directly to clients at a local level and in export markets.
The Operational Excellence Manager is responsible for leading and implementing initiatives that drive continuous improvement, enhance operational efficiency and ensure high-quality standards across the pharmaceutical manufacturing processes.
This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, managing projects and fostering a culture of excellence and innovation.
Continuous Improvement : Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement Lean, Six Sigma and other continuous improvement methodologies to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
- Quality Management : Ensure all processes comply with regulatory standards and maintain the highest levels of product quality.
- Project Leadership : Lead and manage operational excellence projects from conception through completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
- Cross-functional Collaboration : Work closely with various departments, including Production, Quality Assurance, Supply Chain and Engineering, to ensure a unified approach to operational excellence.
- Training and Development :



Provide training and support to employees on operational excellence principles and tools to build internal capabilities.
- Data Analysis : Use data-driven approaches to analyze performance, uncover trends and make informed decisions to drive improvements.
- Change Management : Facilitate and manage change initiatives, ensuring smooth implementation and acceptance of new processes and technologies.
- Customer Focus : Align operational strategies with customer needs to enhance customer satisfaction both internal and external.
Experience Required
At least 5 years' experience in an Operational Excellence or Continuous Improvement role within the pharmaceutical or manufacturing industry.
Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business Administration or a related field.
Languages
Fluent English (both written and spoken)
Strong knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies;
- Proven ability to analyze data and develop actionable insights;
- Adaptability and flexibility
You would join a dynamic, fast-growing, challenging and friendly environment.
In Chiesi we firmly believe that our people are our most valuable asset , that is why we invest in continuous training, learning and development.
Therefore, we strive to continuously promote and satisfy development needs, paying particular attention to the quality of our working environment and to collective well-being.
That is why we offer flexible working approach, remote working, support in the relocation process, tax assistance service for foreign colleagues and many other people-care services.
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📌 Operations Manager/Senior Manager (Parma)
🏢 Chiesi Farmaceutici
📍 Parma