Madrid Launch Specialist New Product Introductions M 28050

Job description

Launch Specialist - New Product Introductions 9/3/26 New Product Introduction (NPI), we act as the bridge between development and industrialization. Our mission is to ensure the readiness of the manufacturing site for the first commercial production of a new product, whether it comes from internal R&D or an external technology transfer. We coordinate all key functions —engineering, quality assurance, quality control, production, supply chain, planning, technology transfer, finance, and business— to make sure every activity, from analytical method transfer to material sourcing and investment readiness, is aligned with the product’s business plan. Our goal is straightforward: to guarantee that every new product is successfully launched to market, where successful means: ON TIME, when the client demands it (and always the day after it is possible to launch: IP loss; MA ready) IN FULL, the quantity required by client AT THE RIGHT COST, ensuring profitability to the company WITH HIGHEST QUALITY STANDARDS demanded by clients and regulators Global Responsibility Own the day-to-day coordination and execution of a portfolio of launch projects (new product introductions), ensuring alignment across functions, proactive risk management, and delivery in line with customer and business expectations. Specific Responsibilities Own and maintain launch plans for assigned projects, including milestones, dependencies, and timelines. Coordinate cross-functional teams (QC, QA, Artworks, Master Data, Warehouse, RA, Planning, Procurement, etc.) to ensure timely execution of launch activities. Lead regular follow-up meetings and ensure clear communication, alignment, and action tracking across stakeholders. Serve as the primary operational point of contact for internal and external clients for assigned launches. Proactively identify risks, constraints, or deviations and propose mitigation plans within defined decision authority. Manage launch documentation, progress reports, and data accuracy in the launch database. Prioritize and sequence launch activities to maximize speed, service level, and business value. Ensure high levels of customer service through expectation management, coordinated planning, and on-time delivery. Capture lessons learned from executed launches and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. Competencies/Career level Strong coordination and communication skills, proactive problem-solving, time management, analytical thinking, customer orientation, and resilience. Accountabilities Achievement of launch milestones and agreed delivery dates. Effective cross-functional coordination and communication. Quality and timeliness of launch reporting and documentation. Identification and communication of risks and improvement opportunities.