Operations

Adaptive Life Science support medical device companies with hiring across four key operations functions; Marketing, Project Management Office, Supply Chain Management and Technical Service.

So whether you’re looking for a UX/UI Designer, a specialist in Channel Marketing, a Product Marketing Manager, a Technical PM, a Procurement Director or Field Service Engineer, we have the talent, all bringing a wealth of experience with medical devices. 

Looking for an opportunity in the space yourself, get in touch!

Marketing

  • Adaptive can present Marketing Operations candidates from Mid-Leadership level including C-Suite, that bring relevant market experience across UX/UI, Digital Marketing, Product Marketing, Channel Marketing and CRM to name but a few.
  • Our candidates bring experience collaborating with the other departments from product to engineering, analytics/BI and sales, creating effective marketing campaigns and materials that help showcase a your products and solutions.

Project Management

  • Having a well run PMO is crucial to  ensuring and maintain high standards for project management across an organization. Adaptive can help your business to find fitting and experienced project managers from either an operational or technical perspective.
  • A good project manager is like the glue that holds and brings the team together, ensuring issues are forecast, change requests are handled, risk management is followed and that processes are efficient and streamlined to hit specific objectives.

Supply Chain Management

  • Adaptive can support hires across the supply chain in the medical device industry, from procurement to supplier management and logistics. 
  • ​We match not only on the role, but also on the industry focus. Our candidate network is comfortable working in a highly regulated sector and the compliance topics that come with it. 
  • Our team of specialist consultants screen not only for technical ability and experience, but soft skills vital for success like stakeholder management, hands-on ability vs strategic mindset, project leading ability and much more.

Technical Service

  • Adaptive recruit for start-up and well-established medical device companies, supporting hires across their technical service team from Biomedical Engineers, to Field Service Engineers, Installation Engineers, Training Specialists and Application Engineers.
  • Whether it’s a IVD product, digital solution or software/hardware combination product – our candidate network of engineers and service professionals all come with the same customer facing skill set and problem solving attitude to support local and international customers in multiple languages.

Active jobs

Buyer

Paris
France
€40,000 - €65,000
Buyer  Location: Paris (France), or South Devon (England) Our client is seeking a skilled Buyer to join their strategic European Supply Chain Organization. This role is pivotal in achieving targeted customer service levels, balancing inventory, and managing supply and demand within a mixed-model operation of Buy-and-Resell and Manufacturing.   Key Responsibilities: Analyze requirements, enter and manage purchase orders, ensuring timely delivery and resolving supplier performance issues. Collaborate with Production to align schedules with material availability, providing accurate available-to-promise dates. Respond to forecast variations to maintain inventory levels and optimize inventory turns while minimizing carrying costs. Maintain supplier files and scorecards, acting as the primary contact for all supplier communications. Support ERP projects, including data cleanup and implementation, and undertake special projects focused on continuous improvement and data integrity. Qualifications: Minimum 3 years of experience in Procurement/Supply Chain. Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management preferred. Experience with ERP systems (Oracle or SAP preferred) and proficiency in PC skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Word). Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication skills and a team player. Self-starter with effective self-management skills. Fluency in English and French Who Are Adaptive Life Science? Here at Adaptive Life Science, we provide specialised recruitment services to the Life Science sector, covering the Medical Device, Diagnostic, and Biotech industries globally. We are connected with the most innovative medical companies in the world, and are ready to support your career development with them.   Why Apply With Us? Our services are 100% free to candidates, and our focus is helping you find your dream job that aligns with your career goals, technical skill set, and culture fit. We offer a range of services, including: Expert advice on your CV and cover letter Guidance on salary expectations Personalized interview preparation Connections to exclusive job opportunities Assistance in negotiating the best possible offers 50% of the CVs we send to clients are accepted Accepted or declined, either way we will provide you with feedback We believe in being your trusted advisor throughout your job search. We will take the stress out of the process by working around your schedule, and with your needs. Who Do Adaptive Work With? We offer a wide portfolio of over 150+ Life Science companies, from start-ups with impressive funding and innovative product development, mid-sized companies investing in R&D, all the way to market leaders with significant global presence. If you are interested in this role, please apply with your CV or contact Dominika Wyrwinska for further details on this opportunity and additional vacancies in the medical device, biotech, and diagnostics industry.   dominika.wyrwinska@adaptivelifescience.com #LI-DW1

Head of Operations

Munich
Germany
100,000 - 125,000EUR
Head of Operations Location: Munich Are you an experienced leader in the medical device industry looking to make a significant impact? Join a dynamic start-up in Munich, dedicated to developing innovative solutions within cardiovascular health. This role offers the opportunity to grow within a multinational team of innovators. The Head of Operations, based in Munich, will report to the COO and be responsible for optimizing business operations and processes to achieve corporate goals. This involves engaging deeply with logistics, manufacturing, and supplier management, leading teams to ensure efficient, on-time, and within-budget delivery of products. Key Responsibilities: Develop and strategize business operations to align with corporate goals, ensuring timely and budget-compliant delivery. Monitor and optimize processes, implementing lean methodologies to increase productivity and identify areas for improvement. Manage contracts, timelines, and supplier agreements, including selection, negotiation, and finalization. Maintain service levels at clinical centers and ensure effective communication with senior leadership. Lead and mentor a team of 5-10 employees, fostering talent and alignment with business objectives. Ensure continuous reporting and information flow management for business processes and organizational planning. Requirements: Degree in natural science, engineering, or comparable education. 15+ years of experience in the medical device industry, with 10+ years in a leadership role in Operations or Engineering Management. Strong leadership and communication skills with experience leading teams of 5-10+ employees. Proficiency in lean methodologies and MS Office applications; knowledge of ERP systems is a plus. Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a proactive and result-focused mindset. Willingness to travel (25%) and be on-site 4 days a week. Valid driver's license and ability to travel by car, train, and airplane Does it sound interesting? If you have any questions regarding the position, please contact: Dominika Wyrwinska at dominika.wyrwinska@adaptivelifescience.com #LI-DW1 #LI-Hybrid

Financial Controller

Munich
Germany
60-65,000EUR
Are you a professional in finance searching for your next challenge? Would you be interested in joining a company who are innovating in the medical device industry? Do you want to improve your knowledge and have the freedom to get involved in new topics, such as HR and legal? We're currently supporting a client in the medical device industry who are headquartered in Munich and are looking to strengthen their Operations team. Responsibilities: Liaison with Tax Advisors: Act as a point of contact for our tax advisors, addressing their inquiries and ensuring timely communication. Report Preparation: Develop and maintain regular controlling reports, along with performing ad-hoc analyses to support business decisions. KPI Management: Calculate and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), ensuring effective cash flow management. Transfer Pricing Documentation: Assist in the preparation of comprehensive transfer pricing documentation. Budgeting and Forecasting: Support the budgeting and forecasting processes to ensure accurate financial planning and analysis. ERP System Integration: Facilitate the onboarding process with a new ERP system provider, taking ownership of process management and optimization. Investor Reporting & ESG: Compile regular reports for our investors and serve as the primary contact for Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) topics. Presentation Preparation: Create and deliver regular and ad-hoc presentations for management, ensuring clear and impactful communication. Requirements and Skills: Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field. Professional Experience: 1-3 years of experience in finance, controlling, or accounting. Proactive Attitude: Demonstrated hands-on approach with the ability to take ownership of projects and tasks, and a strong capacity for rapid learning. Performance Under Pressure: Proven ability to deliver reliable results under time constraints. Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills for effective interaction with both internal and external project partners. Technical Proficiency: Advanced proficiency in MS Excel. Experience with an ERP system is highly desirable. Language Skills: Fluency in German and English is required. Proficiency in French is a plus. If you're interested in this position, please apply here and/or contact Hollie Dear at Adaptive Life Science for more information. #LI-HB1  #LI-Hybrid  

Office Manager

Frankfurt
Germany
55,000EUR - 65,000EUR
Office Manager Overview Are you the person who makes sure the team has the tools and resources necessary to be successful in their own jobs? Are you looking for a new challenge/working environment? Our client based in Frankfurt is looking for an office manager who would provide administrative support to the team as well as manage the regular office operations. This position is a mainly on-site position. Tasks Support regular office operations Provide administrative support to the staff Manage office stock, prepare regular reports (e.g. expenses and office budgets) Monitor level of supplies and handle shortages Maintain trusting relationships with suppliers, customers and colleagues Meetings and Appointments Management - internal and external Preparation of presentations/spreadsheets when needed Create and update records ensuring accuracy and validity of information Sort and distribute communications in a timely manner Travel Arrangements Management Perform receptionist duties when needed   Your profile Good organizational and strong communication skills Diligent, responsible and independent working style Familiar with MS Office Fluency in German and English Who Are Adaptive Life Science? Here at Adaptive Life Science, we provide specialised recruitment services to the Life Science sector, covering the Medical Device, Diagnostic, and Biotech industries globally. We are connected with the most innovative medical companies in the world, and are ready to support your career development with them. Why Apply With Us? Our services are 100% free to candidates, and our focus is helping you find your dream job that aligns with your career goals, technical skill set, and culture fit. We offer a range of services, including: - Expert advice on your CV and cover letter - Guidance on salary expectations - Personalized interview preparation - Connections to exclusive job opportunities - Assistance in negotiating the best possible offers - 50% of the CVs we send to clients are accepted - Accepted or declined, either way we will provide you with feedback We believe in being your trusted advisor throughout your job search. We will take the stress out of the process by working around your schedule, and with your needs. Who Do Adaptive Work With? We offer a wide portfolio of over 150+ Life Science companies, from start-ups with impressive funding and innovative product development, mid-sized companies investing in R&D, all the way to market leaders with significant global presence. If you are interested in this role, please apply with your CV or contact May-Lynn Capocciama-Knecht for further details on this opportunity and additional vacancies in the medical device, biotech, and diagnostics industry. may-lynn.ck@adaptivelifescience.com +49 30 1663 7750 #25244

Market Analyst

Remote
Germany
Flexible, depending on experience
Market Analyst (m/f/d) Location: Remote - Germany Overview: Our client are a leading company in the biosimilars revolution where patients come first. Their ambition is to impact a billion lives and they do this by fostering a culture of affordable innovation, patient-centricity and disruptive thinking. They are a multicultural global company where employees have a purpose and passion to work closely with partners and patients. Our clients have proven end to end expertise in the field of biosimilars, from its development, manufacturing, clinical development, regulatory approvals to commercialization. Benefits: Attractive Remuneration: Benefit from a competitive salary package that reflects your skills and contributions, rewarding you generously for your hard work. Flexible Work Options: Take advantage of the opportunity to work from home, offering a perfect balance between professional productivity and personal comfort. Generous Vacation Policy: Recharge and rejuvenate, giving you ample time to relax and enjoy life outside of work. Permanent Full-Time Position: Secure a long-term career with a full-time position that offers stability, growth, and the potential to advance within the company. Continuous Learning and Development: Enhance your skills and knowledge through regular training and further education opportunities, fostering your personal and professional growth. Monthly Benefits: Enjoy a monthly socials and an attractive employee participation program. Tasks: The market analyst team plays a crucial role by furnishing the business with reliable dashboards detailing the performance of Biocons Portfolio. Additionally, they serve as consultants, offering insights and recommendations to guide the business towards the most promising strategies and aiding in their execution. The team's primary responsibilities include conducting market research and analytics. Maintaining up-to-date analytics and provide market-data dashboards for all aspects of Sales and Marketing Prepare slides for Business reviews covering market and BBLs performance Collect and interpret data on market developments, competitive landscape, consumer behavior, and regulatory changes  Maintaining brand-wise prescription and sales data Conduct comprehensive market analyses to identify trends, competitive landscape opportunities, and risks that could impact Biocon’s business strategy. Collaborate closely with the marketing and sales teams to provide strategic recommendations based on analysis findings Maintain relationship with external suppliers/providers of market data and reports, and evaluate these based on business needs and priorities. Perform primary market research, with a particular emphasis on preparing for product launches. Your Profile: Bachelor's degree in business administration, natural sciences, health economics or equivalent education and relevant professional experience. Min. 3 years of experience in Commercial excellence or market analyst in the pharmaceutical sector Knowledge and experience with Pharma data required Data analysis, ability to process big data, knowledge of PowerBI preferred Strategic thinking Strong Analytical skills, data driven mindset German (native level) & English language To apply or for more information please contact Luke via email on: luke.fines@adaptivelifescience.com                #LI-Remote #LI-LF1  

Pricing and Contracts Specialist

Frankfurt
Germany
Flexible, depending on experience
Pricing and Contracts Specialist (m/f/d) Location: Frankfurt, Germany| Hybrid 50% home-office Overview: Our client are a leading company in the biosimilars revolution where patients come first. Their ambition is to impact a billion lives and they do this by fostering a culture of affordable innovation, patient-centricity and disruptive thinking. They are a multicultural global company where employees have a purpose and passion to work closely with partners and patients. Our clients have proven end to end expertise in the field of biosimilars, from its development, manufacturing, clinical development, regulatory approvals to commercialization. Benefits: Attractive Remuneration: Benefit from a competitive salary package that reflects your skills and contributions, rewarding you generously for your hard work. Flexible Work Options: Take advantage of the opportunity to work from home, offering a perfect balance between professional productivity and personal comfort. Generous Vacation Policy: Recharge and rejuvenate, giving you ample time to relax and enjoy life outside of work. Permanent Full-Time Position: Secure a long-term career with a full-time position that offers stability, growth, and the potential to advance within the company. Continuous Learning and Development: Enhance your skills and knowledge through regular training and further education opportunities, fostering your personal and professional growth. Monthly Benefits: Enjoy a monthly socials and an attractive employee participation program. Tasks: Objectives: The Pricing and Contracts Specialist is responsible for managing pricing strategies and tracking of contracts within an organization. This role requires strong analytical skills and attention to detail. The Pricing and Contracts Specialist collaborates with various departments, including sales, finance, and legal, to ensure profitability and compliance with company policies. Pricing Strategy: Conduct market research and analysis to determine competitive pricing strategies. Evaluate cost structures, profit margins, and market trends to develop pricing models. Recommend and conduct pricing adjustments based on market conditions and business objectives. Monitor pricing performance and provide insights for pricing optimization. SPOC for any IFA related activities Contract Management: Handling of all rebate contracts with SHIs including screening of the market for upcoming contracts, preparing the contract templates, obtaining necessary commercial and financial approvals, ensuring timely submission, liaise with the accounting team to ensure provisions are made according to the contracts, handling of SHI invoices Handling of commercial contracts Coordinate contract amendments, extensions, and terminations as needed. Prepare and present contract proposals and facilitate contract execution. Maintain a centralized contract repository and ensure contracts are properly documented and filed. Track contract milestones, renewal dates, and obligations to ensure compliance.            Your Profile: Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Solid understanding of legal and contractual principles. Proficiency in using pricing analysis tools, contract management systems, and Microsoft Office Suite. Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management abilities. Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams. Preferred Skills Knowledge of the German health care system Good knowledge in dealing with institutions and organizations of the German health care system Convincing communication skills Strong analytical thinking and abstraction skills High degree of initiative Native-level German and very good written and spoken English skill To apply or for more information please contact Luke via email on: luke.fines@adaptivelifescience.com                #LI-Hybrid #LI-LF1  

Employee for Production Control and Planning

Freiburg
Germany
Flexible, depending on experience
Employee Production Control and Planning   Overview Do you have experience working in Production Control and Planning? Are you looking for a new challenge in the medical device industry? Are you looking for a great company culture that is open-minded, innovative and very future-oriented? Our client near Freiburg who specializes in medical endoscopes is looking for an employee in production control and planning to join their team. Tasks Production and progress control of internal and external delivery including dates and quantity as well as ensure on-time deliveries to customers Coordination of development and sample orders and identify bottlenecks Contact person between departments and other divisions  Analysis of value steams, identification of potentials and implementation of suitable measures   Your profile Completed a commercial or technical vocational training or training in the logistics sector Experience in scheduling or work preparation and knowledge of MS Office High awareness in quality and ability to work under pressure Strong communication and organizational skills Fluency in German and English Who Are Adaptive Life Science? Here at Adaptive Life Science, we provide specialised recruitment services to the Life Science sector, covering the Medical Device, Diagnostic, and Biotech industries globally. We are connected with the most innovative medical companies in the world, and are ready to support your career development with them. Why Apply With Us? Our services are 100% free to candidates, and our focus is helping you find your dream job that aligns with your career goals, technical skill set, and culture fit. We offer a range of services, including: - Expert advice on your CV and cover letter - Guidance on salary expectations - Personalized interview preparation - Connections to exclusive job opportunities - Assistance in negotiating the best possible offers - 50% of the CVs we send to clients are accepted - Accepted or declined, either way we will provide you with feedback We believe in being your trusted advisor throughout your job search. We will take the stress out of the process by working around your schedule, and with your needs. Who Do Adaptive Work With? We offer a wide portfolio of over 150+ Life Science companies, from start-ups with impressive funding and innovative product development, mid-sized companies investing in R&D, all the way to market leaders with significant global presence. If you are interested in this role, please apply with your CV or contact May-Lynn Capocciama-Knecht for further details on this opportunity and additional vacancies in the medical device, biotech, and diagnostics industry. may-lynn.ck@adaptivelifescience.com +49 30 1663 7750 #25187

Software Engineer

Innsbruck
Austria
€50,000 - €65,000 DOE
Are you searching for your next career step in Software Engineering? Would you like to join an innovative team in the medical device field who are known for their high-tech advancements in the microscopy field? We're currently supporting a client who are headquartered in Innsbruck and are looking to strengthen their team. Responsibilities: Develop and implement software solutions tailored for medical devices, with an emphasis on robotics and imaging technologies. Work closely with the R&D team to create cohesive and integrated solutions. Engage in architectural design and the development process, fostering innovation and improving product performance. Operate within a development environment that adheres to industry standards and regulatory requirements specific to medical technology. Perform code reviews and maintain software to ensure the highest quality standards are met.   Requirements and Skills: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or similar. Proficiency in programming languages such as C++ and Python. Experience working with the Linux operating system. Familiarity with tools like Confluence, Jira, Git, and Continuous Integration (CI). Fluency in English, German is a bonus.   If you're interested in this position, please apply here and/or contact Hollie Dear at Adaptive Life Science for more information. #LI-HB1  #LI-Hybrid  

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Why you should work with us

A message from our Head of Medical Devices, Rebecca Stevens,Our team are specialist consultants in the fields of Regulatory Affairs, Clinical and Quality Management for medical device manufacturers. At Adaptive Life Science, I am responsible for the Medical Device industry, specifically in the regions of Germany, Austria and Switzerland. Working from our HQ in Berlin and London, I am connecting World Class Talent With The Most Innovative Medical Companies. Are you looking to move on to new professional challenges? Rely on my specialized consulting experience, market knowledge and strong network: all completely free for candidates. We support you every step of the way in finding your dream job, including CV application advice, consultation on salaries, personalised interview preparation, introduction to positions, and negotiating the optimum package. The key element is consultation, and being a secure partner and source of advice during the recruitment process, taking the stress out of the process for you, and working to your time-frame and around your schedule. Why I should be chosen as your recruitment consultant? My unique offer, is that I understand my clients from a 360 perspective and offer full visibility of a company and the offering to my candidate partners. I have close contact not only with the HR department to understand the benefits, working culture and development, but also with the senior decision makers and hiring managers to appreciate the position, team structure and tasks that await you. My client base is extremely broad in the Medical Device industry and I offer a diverse range of possibilities. Some positions are actively available online, but many confidential and handled by me privately. If you have an interest in working with high risk medical devices from Class IIa to Class III, active and non-active, in digital health or with SaMD, focused on Europe and the MDR or with the FDA, then I have an exciting portfolio to share with you from start-ups to global leaders in most therapeutic verticals, i.e. – cardiovascular, ophthalmology, diagnostics, hematology, oncology, respiratory, gastroenterology, dermatology and neurosciences. If you are looking for a new position in Quality Assurance/ Quality Management and/ or Regulatory Affairs and/or Clinical Affairs in the medical device market, we are looking forward to your contact.  Rebecca Stevens Global Life Science Recruitment Manager Tel: +44 208 638 5376Adaptivelifescience.com Video: Adaptive Life Science