Project Leader, NPI (CDD, 6-month contract)

About Merz AestheticsMerz Aesthetics is a medical aesthetics business with a long history of empowering health care professionals, patients and employees to live every day with confidence. We aim to help people around the world look, feel and live like the best versions of themselves — however they define it. Clinically proven, its product portfolio includes injectables, devices and skin care treatments designed to meet each patient’s needs with high standards of safety and efficacy. Being family owned for more than 115 years, Merz Aesthetics is known for building unique connections with customers who feel like family. Merz Aesthetics’ global headquarters is in Raleigh, N.C., USA, with a commercial presence in 90 countries worldwide. It is also a part of Merz Group, which was founded in 1908 and is based in Frankfurt, Germany. Learn more at merzaesthetics.com.Position SnapshotLocation: Lonay (Vaud, Switzerland)Activity rate: Full-TimeType of contract: Fixed-term contract (CDD)Key ResponsibilitiesThe NPI & LCM Project Leader is responsible for planning and executing projects related to new product introductions and product lifecycle management in a GMP-regulated environment. This includes leading cross-functional teams, ensuring project delivery within scope, time, and budget, and maintaining compliance with applicable standards (ISO 13485, MDR, etc.). The role involves risk and change management, resource allocation, and continuous improvement. The Project Leader collaborates with departments like R&D, Regulatory, Quality, and Manufacturing to support product launches, market expansions, and strategic operations initiatives.What Will Make You SuccessfulKnowledge & Skills Experience leading cross-functional teams in the development and scale up of manufacturing processes Industrial experience working in a GMP compliant setting Knowledge of Medical device regulatory requirements Background in biochemicals is an asset Experiences in writing protocols /reports Experiences in project management Fluent in French and control technical English Capacity for teamwork Open minded, curious, autonomous, results oriented Strong verbal and written communication skills Able to work to tight deadlines and independentlyEducation & Qualifications Engineering degree or equivalent, with at least 4-5 years confirmed experience in product, process development activities and project management in a regulated fieldProfessional Experience At least 5 years in Engineering or Production ideally gained in the field of medical devices.What We OfferWork-life balance: Our time is precious; to promote a good work-life integration, we allow flexible working hours and home office work, depending on the position requirements. Our employees also benefit from generous annual leave arrangements.Ongoing training: Your personal and professional development is key to our success. You will have access to multiple training programs (e.g., LinkedIn Learning, FranklinCovey, Harvard online) and development opportunities.Benefits: We offer various benefits, such as premium accident insurance, attractive Pension Fund, discounts programs, Employee Assistance Program, and regular fun team activities.Sustainable development: The Merz Group is investing at every site to achieve carbon neutrality by 2035.