Executive Director

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

• Mentor and lead multidisciplinary technical teams to achieve organizational goals.
• Provide strategic direction for all technical and manufacturing operations
• Develop and implement technical policies, SOPs, and operational strategies
• Ensure effective resource planning, budgeting, cost management and maintain external relationships with CROs and CDMOs.
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance, Regulatory Affairs, Supply Chain, and Production departments
• Lead technical project execution, plant expansion, and equipment qualification activities
• Ensure compliance with global regulatory requirements (FDA, EMA) and maintain high-quality standards including GMP
• Drive operational efficiency, process optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Oversee production, engineering, maintenance, validation, and technical services

Qualifications and Experience

• Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical manufacturing operations, GMP, validation, and regulatory requirements
• 25 - 30 years relevant experience within the pharmaceutical manufacturing industry and at least 10 - 15 years in senior management or leadership role
• 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
• A Master’s degree or PhD will be an added advantage
• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Industrial/Analytical Chemistry, or related Life Science discipline.

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Expert knowledge in API (Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient) development and manufacturing
• Strategic planning, management and execution of complex project and deliver results on tight deadlines
• High level of integrity and professionalism
• Strong communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills for engaging with stakeholders and motivating teams
• Deep understanding of global standards, including ICH/GCP guidelines and FDA/EMA regulations
• Project management and budgeting expertise
• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making ability

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their detailed CV and application letter to: [email protected], [email protected], and [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.