At Roche you can show up as yourself, embraced for the unique qualities you bring. Our culture encourages personal expression, open dialogue, and genuine connections, where you are valued, accepted and respected for who you are, allowing you to thrive both personally and professionally. This is how we aim to prevent, stop and cure diseases and ensure everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Join Roche, where every voice matters.

The Position

At Roche, we are committed to delivering greater benefits to our patients. To achieve this, we are seeking a hands-on Operational Excellence expert to drive breakthrough performance improvements and build long-term capabilities.

This role is about delivering step-change improvements, not just marginal gains, by embedding structured, data-driven methodologies that enhance efficiency, quality, and overall operational performance. You will work with site teams , integrating traditional Lean principles with cutting-edge digital solutions to drive transformation.

Our well-defined Breakthrough Methodology follows four key steps: Diagnose, Design, Implement, and Sustain , ensuring a structured and lasting impact.

This is a role for a true impact driver, someone who thrives in hands-on environments, collaborates closely with teams, and is passionate about accelerating performance and creating tangible, sustainable results.

The Opportunity

• On-Site Performance Improvement – Partner with local teams to identify and implement measurable and sustainable operational enhancements

• Breakthrough Performance Gains – Lead structured initiatives that go beyond incremental changes , driving significant improvements in quality, efficiency, and productivity

• Sustainable Capability Building – Coach and develop teams to adopt best-in-class methodologies, embedding long-term operational excellence

• Systematic, Data-Driven Approach – Apply proven frameworks to ensure measurable, repeatable success

• Leveraging Digital for Operational Improvement – Utilize digital tools and data analytics to accelerate efficiency gains and optimize end-to-end processes

• Cross-Functional Collaboration and Change Leadership – Engage with all levels of the organization to drive alignment, secure buy-in, and foster a culture of continuous improvement

• Performance Monitoring & Long-Term Impact – Define and track key performance indicators to ensure initiatives deliver lasting business value, not just short-term fixes

Who You Are

• A true change agent with a relentless drive for continuous improvement and operational excellence

• Extensive experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing , particularly in sterile environments and p roven expertise in Lean methodologies and leading structured performance improvement initiatives , ideally with experience in top consulting firms (e.g., Big Four)

• Demonstrated success in delivering transformational impact—not just incremental improvements—in operational environments

• A hands-on leader who thrives in on-site operations, working directly with frontline teams to drive meaningful change

• Strong understanding of digital tools and technologies , leveraging data analytics and automation to enhance operational performance

• A strategic thinker with strong critical analysis and problem-solving skills, capable of challenging the status quo

• Exceptional communication (German language proficiency is required for candidates based in Europe), coaching, and leadership skills, with the ability to embed lasting cultural change

• Analytical mindset with the ability to translate complex data into actionable strategies that drive measurable impact

This role offers a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of operational excellence and digital transformation , driving real, sustainable change in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Who we are

A healthier future drives us to innovate. Together, more than 100’000 employees across the globe are dedicated to advance science, ensuring everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Our efforts result in more than 26 million people treated with our medicines and over 30 billion tests conducted using our Diagnostics products. We empower each other to explore new possibilities, foster creativity, and keep our ambitions high, so we can deliver life-changing healthcare solutions that make a global impact.

Let’s build a healthier future, together.