External Manufacturing Manager (m/f/d)

We are a specialty vaccine company that develops, manufactures, and commercializes prophylactic vaccines for infectious diseases addressing unmet medical needs.

We have leveraged our expertise and capabilities both to commercialize three vaccines, including the world’s first and only chikungunya vaccine, and to rapidly advance a broad range of vaccine candidates into and through the clinic, including candidates against Lyme disease, Shigella and Zika.

Responsibilities

We are currently looking for an External Manufacturing Manager (m/f/d) in Vienna who has few years of experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing and is ready to grow by supporting senior colleagues and taking on diverse responsibilities. In detail you will be working on tasks such as:

• Assist as a technical contact for assigned external partners (fill&finish, visual inspection and packaging) and internal departments (downstream & upstream) across manufacturing sites
• Support our senior team members in daily technical activities for commercial manufacturing, such as reviewing process change requests and deviation reports
• Assist in managing projects related to vaccine production, including process improvements and capacity expansion
• Conduct technical evaluations such as Deviations and CAPAs
• Contributing to the development and implementation of technical plans that align with product strategies
• Assist in risk management and supporting product lifecycle activities, including tech transfers and product launches
• Participate in troubleshooting and problem-solving initiatives under the guidance of senior colleagues
• Providing support for Change Control processes and preparing technical impact assessments
• Assist in reviewing technical documents like Master Batch Records, risk assessments and qualification protocols together with our Quality and Regulatory Affairs department.
• Collaborating with senior team members to drive process improvements and ensure efficient communication with external partners and internal departments at manufacturing sites

Requirements

• 2–3 years of experience in a cGMP manufacturing environment, ideally in technical operations or in large-scale commercial pharmaceutical manufacturing
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical manufacturing processes, particularly sterile injectable products with hands-on experience in a plant setting, e.g. fill&finish or packaging
• Experience working with external suppliers or within a cross-functional, matrix organization
• Eager to learn and grow under the guidance of experienced team members
• Hands-on, results-oriented and dynamic team player with extensive project management skills
• Understanding of cGMP, post-approval changes, ICH guidelines and regulatory validation
• Fluent in English, German is an add-on, willingness to travel from time-to-time

Benefits

Working with Valneva means being part of a global biotech company with a clear vision to make a meaningful impact in the world. At Valneva, you can expect a dynamic and innovative work environment characterized by an open, appreciative company culture and exciting, impactful assignments. Enjoy the benefits of flat hierarchies, an international atmosphere, and regular company events that foster collaboration and connection.

Additionally, we offer:

• Work Life Balance: flexitime & compensation days
• Financial perks: Performance-related bonus & Lunch vouchers
• Lifelong learning: Unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning & German/English courses for free
• Health & Wellbeing: Free access to sports and fitness activities via myClubs

Join us and shape the future of biotechnology!

Due to legal reasons we are obliged to disclose the minimum salary for this position, which is € 70.000,- gross per year based on full-time employment. However our salaries are market oriented and in line with your qualifications and experience.