Global Future Leader Development Program, Upstream Process

Overview

This fast-track global leadership program is designed to prepare future leaders by providing hands-on training at WuXi Biologics’ mature production sites and immersing participants in the company’s organizational culture. The initial assignment will offer comprehensive exposure to WuXi Biologics’ operating model, systems, and best practices. Through active management of local teams and the delivery of impactful projects, you will develop essential leadership and operational insight required for success throughout our global network.

Location & Assignment Path

• Years 1–2 (Foundation Phase): During the first two years, you will be stationed at one of WuXi Biologics’ sites in Shanghai, Wuxi, or Suzhou. This phase features an intensive immersion into the company’s operating model, systems, and core practices, preparing you to fully understand and contribute to WuXi Biologics’ ways of working.
• Years 3 and beyond (International Assignment Phase): Assigned to an overseas site with manufacturing leadership role in the United States or Singapore, based on business needs and individual fit.

Reporting Line

• Years 1–2 (Foundation Phase): Reporting directly to the Head of Global Manufacturing, with a dotted-line relationship to the local site leadership.
• Years 3 and beyond (International Assignment Phase): Site Head, Overseas Site

Key Responsibilities

Years 1–2 (Foundation Phase):

• Production Leadership: Overseeing daily upstream manufacturing operations in one of mature facilities. This includes direct management of Shift Leaders, training, talent development, and performance evaluation, etc.
• Project Execution: Lead upstream activities for manufacturing deliveries. Be accountable for ensuring product quality, maintaining GMP compliance, delivering projects on time, and executing according to established schedules.
• Organizational Immersion: Gain an in-depth understanding of WuXi Biologics’ quality systems, digital tools, and cross-functional operating model. Apply this knowledge to make effective decisions, lead teams, and drive operational excellence.

Years 3 and beyond (International Assignment Phase):

• Operational Deployment: Implement WuXi Biologics’ operating model and manufacturing standards at the overseas site, taking the lead in establishing, scaling up, and continually optimizing upstream production operations.
• Team Leadership: Build, develop, and lead the overseas upstream manufacturing team, cultivating “WuXi Speed” and a high-performance culture focused on quality, accountability, collaboration, and operational excellence.
• Technology Transfer Leadership: Serve as the primary technical lead for transferring upstream processes between sites, ensuring seamless, compliant, and reliable implementation at scale.
• Global Coordination: Act as a vital link between sites, enabling effective cross-regional collaboration, technical alignment, and coordinated allocation of resources.

Requirement

• Master’s degree or above in Chemical/Biological engineering, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Chemistry or a related field;
  Ph.D. preferred.
• 5 - 8 years of experiences in biologics antibody manufacturing, including a minimum of 2 years in an upstream production management role.
• Proven hands-on experiences in process development or MSAT Technical trasnfer witin GMP working environments, including frontline production leadership and team management at a U.S. or Singapore site, with a strong understanding of regulatory inspection expectations and compliance requirements.
• Experience supporting commercial manufacturing operations and successfully participating in FDA and/or EMA inspections is highly preferred.
• Demonstrated expertise in upstream processing technologies, including cell culture, bioreactor operation, and process scale-up, with a strong track record of successful technology implementation in commercial settings.
• Strong understanding of GMP requirements and the ability to translate those requirements into effective daily management and execution on the manufacturing floor.
• Demonstrate ability to adapt and thrive in cross-cultural environments, with a high degree of resilience. Willing to establish strong working relationships, and gain an in-depth understanding of WuXi Biologics’ operating model and organizational culture.
• A dynamic, coaching-oriented leader who inspires teams, cultivates robust talent pipelines, and seamlessly blends hands-on manufacturing expertise with a deep commitment to developing people and fostering their growth.