Associate Director, Commercial Manufacturing – Packaging

Travere Therapeutics

. Direct and coordinate manufacturing activities at CMOs for commercial drug products to ensure uninterrupted market supply .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeSan Diego • California • United StatesSenior💰 $150,000 - $195,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in pharmaceutical manufacturing processes, including process validation and technology transfer, while effectively managing project plans and risk mitigation strategies. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for collaboration and decision-making in a regulated environment.

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Pharmaceutical Manufacturing ExperienceProcess Validation ExpertiseProject Management SkillsRisk Mitigation Strategy DevelopmentGMP Knowledge (US and EU)

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Hard Skills

Process ValidationTechnology TransferProject PlanningProcess TroubleshootingManufacturing OptimizationDosage Form ExperienceRegulatory Submissions (CMC)Capacity AssessmentInventory ManagementContingency Planning

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsVerbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationAttention to Detail

Industry Keywords

GMPPharmaceuticalsCMO SelectionTechnical Due DiligenceRegulatory InspectionsSales & Operations PlanningManufacturing StrategyAudit SupportRisk AssessmentMarket Supply Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Direct and coordinate manufacturing activities at CMOs for commercial drug products to ensure uninterrupted market supply
Establish and maintain manufacturing schedules based on internal sales forecasts and Sales & Operations Planning decisions
Assess capacity, inventory, and supply risks
Lead development of mitigation and contingency plans
Verify suitability, qualification, and validation of processes at CMOs for drug product
Provide manufacturing support and troubleshooting on internal and external project teams
Maintain current knowledge of US and EU GMPs and applicable regulatory guidance
Represent commercial manufacturing for technical due diligence, CMO selection, qualification, contracting support, and manufacturing-network strategy
Author and edit technical reports on manufacturing-related subjects
Assist management during regulatory inspections and internal and external audits
Assist with development of CMC sections of regulatory submissions
Provide recommendations to senior management regarding capacity, resources, risk, and external manufacturing strategy
Perform additional duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Process or Chemical Engineering, Life Sciences, or related discipline required
Equivalent combination of education and applicable job experience may be considered
8+ years of progressive experience directly leading pharmaceutical manufacturing and packaging shop floor activities, including process troubleshooting and optimization
Manufacturing experience with multiple dosage forms desired, including oral solid dosage forms
Expert knowledge of process validation and technology transfer procedures
Experience creating and managing complex project plans, timelines, and budgets
Experience developing risk mitigation strategies
Ability to adapt to modifications and changes to project plans
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent decision-making and collaboration skills
Strong attention to detail
Ability to travel 10% domestically and internationally
Ability to perform face-to-face work with colleagues and/or onsite in San Diego

Benefits

Comp & perks

Premium health benefits for eligible employees and dependents
Financial, work-life and well-being offerings
Wellness and employee support programs
Life insurance
Disability benefits
Retirement plans with employer match
Generous paid time off
Short-term incentive compensation
Long-term incentive compensation through company stock