Job Description

Biotage is enhancing its focus on operational efficiency and continuous improvement to drive competitiveness, profitability, and customer satisfaction. This strategic role sits at the core of that transformation, combining hands-on project management with global leadership in Lean and Six Sigma practices.


Reporting to the EVP Operations, the postholder will lead cross-functional initiatives across our global Operations organization, delivering measurable improvements in cost, quality, delivery, and safety. The ideal candidate brings proven experience in project delivery, a strong grasp of Lean methodologies, and the ability to influence and engage stakeholders across multiple sites and functions.

Key Responsibilities:

Business Alignment & Planning

Translate business objectives into a clear portfolio of improvement and transformation projects. Prioritise initiatives that support cost reduction, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction. Align projects and lean programs with wider business strategy, ensuring consistency across global sites. Act as a global subject matter expert for lean and six sigma, embedding common standards, tools, and practices to enhance operational efficiency.

Project Delivery

Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, ensuring clear objectives, milestones, and deadlines. Lead and coordinate cross functional teams across manufacturing, engineering, supply chain, and quality. Allocate resources effectively and manage project budgets, ensuring financial accountability. Ensure all projects meet business objectives, regulatory requirements, and quality standards.

Continuous Improvement & Operational Excellence

Identify and prioritise improvement opportunities using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. Facilitate Kaizen events, value stream mapping sessions, and structured problem-solving workshops. Deliver measurable improvements in OEE, lead time, cost reduction, quality and safety. Coach and mentor colleagues in Lean principles, building capability and sustaining improvements Promote a culture of operational discipline, continuous improvement, and accountability across sites.

Reporting, Compliance & Governance

Provide structured governance, reporting, and risk management to ensure projects are delivered on time and in full. Maintain detailed documentation, KPIs and performance reports for all projects. Drive transparency and accountability across project teams through robust reporting. Ensure compliance with industry regulations, quality standards, and company policies. Support capital expenditure requests, ensuring alignment with financial and strategic planning.

Qualifications and Training:

Degree (or equivalent) in a relevant technical or operational discipline. Demonstrated experience in continuous improvement, Lean/Six Sigma, and project management roles, ideally within manufacturing. Formal qualification in project management methodologies (e.g., PRINCE2, APMP, Agile). Formal Lean/Six Sigma certification (Black Belt desirable). Experience in Change Management, ideally in a regulated manufacturing environment. Proven expertise in project planning, budgeting, and risk management. Demonstrated track record of delivering measurable improvements in cost, quality and delivery.

About Biotage

Biotage is a global supplier and solutions partner to a wide range of customers within drug discovery and development and analytical testing. With strong expertise in separation and purification technologies, and a focus on leveraging intelligent workflow solutions, we aim to efficiently support the advancement and protection of human health. Learn more at biotage.com