Operational Excellence Business Partner Bubendorf (f/m/d) 100%

To strengthen our site operational excellence leadership, we are seeking an experienced and visionary OE Business Partner for our Bubendorf site. In this key position, you will shape and execute Bachem’s site-specific Operational Excellence strategy, driving a culture of continuous improvement and measurable business impact across all functions. As the primary interface between site and global OE, you will lead OE initiatives, foster innovation, and build OE capability at every level.

Your tasks

• Drive the design, execution, and sustainability of the Operational Excellence (OE) program at site level, translating global OE strategy and standards into measurable local impact.
• Own the site OE roadmap and improvement portfolio, leading cross-functional initiatives to deliver results in productivity, quality, safety, cost, and delivery.
• Build OE capability and culture through coaching, mentoring, and change leadership - engaging employees at all levels, drive governance and development of local OE champions network.
• Ensure disciplined performance tracking, benefits transparency, and compliance with quality, regulatory, and safety standards.
• Act as a trusted advisor to site leadership and a key interface to the Global OE organization, sharing best practices and fostering innovation.

Your Profile

• University degree (Master/PhD/MBA preferred) in Engineering, Chemistry, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or related field.
• 10+ years’ experience in Operational Excellence, process improvement, or manufacturing management, ideally in CDMO/CMO, chemical or pharmaceutical environments.
• Proven track record in leading large-scale OE transformation initiatives with measurable, sustained business impact.
• Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt (Black Belt preferred); strong expertise in continuous improvement methodologies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills; ability to influence and motivate at all levels.
• Fluency in English (C1) and German (C1) is mandatory.

Our offer

• A dynamic and growing work environment with internal development opportunities
• Support through internal and external training opportunities
• 60% employer contribution to the pension fund and the option for additional voluntary savings
• Access to the Swibeco benefits platform with discounts at external partners
• Fresh, healthy meals in our staff restaurant and a variety of free sports activities on campus

Interested?

We look forward to receiving your complete application documents via our application portal. Learn more about the Bachem Group and our working environment at the Bubendorf site on our website.