Results that outlast the assignment

Problem

Years of accumulated losses, an organisation of 180 people not ready for scale-up, and no clear path to profitability. The company needed decisive executive leadership to turn the business around.

Solution

• Took full CEO and board responsibility with P&L accountability
• Built a completely new organisational structure
• Implemented pre-filled syringe line and new bulk factory — both approved by the national inspectorate
• Converted pilot facility into bulk factory
• Increased freeze dryer output by more than 200%
• Managed registration route for export with the Ministry of Health
• Reorganised CLA negotiations and works council regulations

Problem

A CDMO site for sterile injectables needed interim leadership while the permanent structure was being defined. The site lacked clarity in roles, decision-making and cross-functional alignment.

Solution

• Strengthened the Site Leadership Team
• Clarified roles, decision-making authority, and accountability
• Improved cross-functional collaboration between Operations, Quality, Development, and Supply Chain
• Brought structure and prioritisation to business and operational planning