Biomedical Limited was incorporated as a private limited liability company in April 1978, with interest in the manufacture of critical care products indispensable in healthcare delivery.
Biomedical is the first pharmaceutical company in Nigeria to manufacture and distribute intravenous fluids, Dialysis and irrigation fluids and oral rehydration salts we commenced production on August 21, 1981 at our factory located in Ilorin, Kwara State is spread over 24,380sqm. As pioneer producers on this life very essential life-saving medication, we pride ourselves in producing high quality products. Our trail blazing efforts has made Nigeria self sufficient in intravenous and other perfusion fluids.
We seek applications from highly experienced, visionary, and result-driven professional to fill the position below:
Job Title: Executive Director – Technical
Location: Ilorin, Kwara
Job Summary
- The Executive Director – Technical will provide strategic leadership and oversight for all technical operations of the company, including manufacturing, engineering, quality systems, research and development support, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence.
- The ideal candidate must possess strong pharmaceutical industry knowledge, leadership capacity, and extensive experience in technical and manufacturing operations.
- The candidate will act as a vital liaison between technical teams and the Board of Directors.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide strategic direction for all technical and manufacturing operations
- Oversee production, engineering, maintenance, validation, and technical services
- Ensure compliance with global regulatory requirements (FDA, EMA) and maintain high-quality standards including GMP
- Drive operational efficiency, process optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Lead technical project execution, plant expansion, and equipment qualification activities
- Collaborate with Quality Assurance, Regulatory Affairs, Supply Chain, and Production departments
- Develop and implement technical policies, SOPs, and operational strategies
- Ensure effective resource planning, budgeting, cost management and maintain external relationships with CROs and CDMOs.
- Mentor and lead multidisciplinary technical teams to achieve organizational goals.
Qualifications and Experience
- Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Industrial/Analytical Chemistry, or related Life Science discipline.
- A Master’s degree or PhD will be an added advantage
- 25 - 30 years relevant experience within the pharmaceutical manufacturing industry and at least 10 - 15 years in senior management or leadership role
- Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical manufacturing operations, GMP, validation, and regulatory requirements
- Proven experience in technical operations, process development, engineering systems, regulatory compliance and fillings (NDA/BLA/MAA), late-stage drug development, and CMC (Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Controls)
- Membership of relevant professional bodies is an added advantage
Required Skills and Competencies:
- Strong leadership and people management skills
- Strategic planning, management and execution of complex project and deliver results on tight deadlines
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making ability
- Strong communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills for engaging with stakeholders and motivating teams
- Project management and budgeting expertise
- High level of integrity and professionalism
- Deep understanding of global standards, including ICH/GCP guidelines and FDA/EMA regulations
- Expert knowledge in API (Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient) development and manufacturing
Remuneration
Highly competitive and negotiable, with attractive benefits.
Application Closing Date
8th June, 2026.
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