Project management and outsourcing of complex intermediates and APIs, both small molecule and biologics. Broad knowledge of the custom CDMOs base especially in Europe and Central Europe, but also Asia and the US. Strong technical and cGMP skills to properly evaluate potential vendors and to manage projects from early development through commercialization. Communication is the most critical task to implement a development project at a CDMO manufacturer. Having someone with deep knowledge and experience ensures good communication and eases supplier oversight especially when problems arise.

Consultancy in API industrialization, guiding pharma and fine chemical companies in all aspects of API strategy development and implementation, including:- External partner assessment and selection- Initiation, oversight and governance of partnerships- Developing outsourcing strategy & capability within biotech clientsAdvising pharma service companies (CMO, CRO, fine chemicals) on optimizing their offering. Partnering with industry experts to offer integrated solutions covering:- Positioning & strategy (technical, scientific and organisational)- Relationship management and governance- Organizational effectivenessSupporting M&As, L&As, due diligence and related assessments

Reporting directly to the top management, I consulted on and handled the key aspects of the outsourcing for the phase III biologic APIs, starting from the worldwide search for appropriate manufacturing sites, through all project management steps including, selection, contracting, tech transfer, facility build out and GMP preparation for Phase III manufacturing.

Marketing and project management for the Custom Synthesis division of PCAS for the entire US market. Developed sales with small to large pharma companies and managed projects from basic raw materials to complex APIs, handling all aspects of customer service to ensure client satisfaction.

Marketing and project management in custom synthesis or intermediates and APIs. Bringing together US clients and suppliers based in Japan, China and India. Managed a team of 4 with a portfolio of over 50 projects.

Medicinal Chemist