General Manager - Pharmaceutical Manufacturing at Nalis Pharmaceuticals Limited

Nalis Pharmaceuticals Limited is a Nigerian private limited liability company, founded in 2010 and incorporated by the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) in 2011. Nalis began its journey as an importer and distributor of pharmaceutical products, building a strong reputation for reliability and market responsiveness. A major inflection point occurred in 2015, when a federal supply contract for anti-malaria drugs—previously awarded to the company—was discontinued following the inauguration of a new administration. Rather than retreat, Nalis strategically pivoted from distribution to local manufacturing, marking the beginning of a new growth phase.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: General Manager - Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Location: Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• The General Manager will provide strategic and operational leadership to the plant, ensuring that all departments—from production to quality control, HR, business development, and finance—are aligned with company objectives. 
• The GM will act as the primary delegate of the Managing Director, ensuring execution of directives and high-level representation of the company to both internal and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Strategic Oversight:

• Provide visionary leadership across all plant functions, translating corporate goals into actionable strategies.
• Ensure operational alignment with the broader strategic objectives set by the MD and Board.
• Cultivate a high-performance culture among department heads and staff.

Operational Management:

• Manage daily production targets across OSD, Syrup, and External Lines.
• Coordinate material planning, maintenance, and logistics.
• Ensure strict adherence to SOPs and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).

Quality Assurance and Compliance:

• Supervise QA/QC teams and ensure internal audits and documentation are maintained to regulatory standards.
• Engage proactively with NAFDAC, PCN, and relevant regulatory bodies during inspections and product registrations.
• Enforce plant-wide compliance training and uphold audit readiness.

Business Development & Client Relations:

• Lead efforts to attract new contract manufacturing opportunities.
• Represent the plant during client technical audits and negotiations.
• Foster strong relationships with existing customers to drive satisfaction and repeat business.

People Management & Organizational Development:

• Oversee recruitment, training, and performance management of plant staff.
• Maintain a culture of discipline, safety, and continuous learning.
• Promote staff development through structured capacity-building programs.

Financial & Administrative Oversight:

• Prepare and manage plant budgets in alignment with corporate financial strategy.
• Approve department-level procurement and track inventory consumption.
• Maintain internal controls for reporting, expenses, and documentation.

Internal Coordination & Cross-Departmental Synergy:

• Promote smooth collaboration across Production, QA/QC, Engineering, Inventory, Procurement, HR, and Admin.
• Lead weekly operations meetings to track performance and resolve operational bottlenecks.
• Disseminate and implement directives from the MD promptly.

Reporting & Decision-Making:

• Prepare weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports covering KPIs, plant performance, and regulatory status.
• Analyze operational data to support decision-making and recommend continuous improvement initiatives.
• Advise MD and Board on strategic developments, risks, and investment needs.

Representation & External Engagement:

• Serve as the official representative of the MD at stakeholder meetings, government liaison events, and industry forums.
• Maintain the company's image and professionalism across all external engagements.

Risk Management & Crisis Response:

• Implement and maintain risk mitigation strategies for plant safety and operational continuity.
• Lead the plant’s emergency response team and safety audit processes.
• Conduct routine assessments to identify and correct operational vulnerabilities.

Academic & Professional Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy, Business Administration, Industrial Management, or a related field.
• An MBA or Master’s Degree in Management or Operations will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 10 years post-graduation experience, with at least 5 years in a senior management role within the pharmaceutical or manufacturing industry.
• Membership in relevant bodies such as PSN, NIM, or CIPM is desirable.

Eligibility Criteria & Required Skills:

• Strategic Leadership: Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and align operations with strategic objectives.
• Business Development: Strong skills in identifying new markets, client acquisition, and contract negotiation.
• Human Relations: Competence in staff management, conflict resolution, and cultural leadership.
• Negotiation Skills: Ability to close deals with clients, vendors, and regulatory stakeholders.
• Administrative Skills: Experience in managing documentation, procurement, and internal controls.
• Reporting Skills: Skilled in preparing operational and strategic reports and interpreting KPIs to guide decision-making.
• Regulatory Compliance: In-depth knowledge of NAFDAC, PCN, GMP, and industry regulations.
• Production Oversight: Practical knowledge of pharmaceutical production lines and output monitoring.
• Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills for both internal and external correspondence.
• Analytical & Decision-Making: Capability to analyze complex data and make sound operational decisions.
• Tech Proficiency: Familiarity with ERP systems, Microsoft Office, and other digital reporting tools.
• Adaptability & Crisis Handling: Ability to respond swiftly and effectively to operational and market changes.

Salary
N500,000 - N1,500,000 Monthly.

Application Closing Date
30th June, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their updated CV / Resume (PDF or Word format) and Cover Letter addressed to "The HR Manager" via: chinweikem.chinonye@nalispharma.com using "Application for the Position of General Manager - Pharmaceutical Manufacturing" as the subject of the mail.

Notes

• Ensure your cover letter clearly expresses your suitability for the General Manager role.
• Use a professional tone and format.
• Follow up respectfully if you don’t receive a response within a week.