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Chief Executive Officer – Pharmaceuticals (API & Intermediates)

Chief Executive Officer – Pharmaceuticals (API & Intermediates)

LOXIM Industries Limitedthiruvananthapuram, kerala, in
10 hours ago
Job description

Title : Chief Executive Officer – Pharmaceuticals (API & Intermediates)

Location : Ahmedabad, Gujarat

Experience : Minimum 20+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical API or Intermediates industry, including at least 5 years in a management role

Education : Master’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmacy, or related field

About LOXIM

Founded in 1977, LOXIM has been at the forefront of combining chemistry with strategic business expertise to deliver high-quality solutions for global markets. Our portfolio spans APIs, Intermediates, KSM, and CMO / CDMO capabilities within the pharmaceutical industry, Dyes and Engineering Plastics.

Headquartered in India , we operate across Singapore, Japan, Indonesia, Vietnam, Thailand, USA, Canada, Mexico, Honduras, Brazil, Colombia, Switzerland, Germany, Italy, Spain, France, Poland, and the Netherlands , ensuring seamless service and collaboration worldwide.

The Role

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) – Pharmaceuticals (API & Intermediates) will lead LOXIM’s strategic growth in the API and Intermediates business. This role is responsible for creating and executing the vision for the pharmaceutical division, driving global expansion, fostering innovation across R&D and manufacturing, establishing and streamlining the supply chain, ensuring regulatory compliance, building a strong team, and maintaining relationships with key external stakeholders. The CEO should prioritize full regulatory compliance (USFDA, EU GMP, WHO GMP), the safety of all stakeholders, and the preservation of the values of this family-owned organization.

Key Responsibilities :

1. Strategic Leadership

  • Define and implement a long-term vision and growth strategy for the API & Intermediates business.
  • Drive expansion into regulated markets (US, EU, Japan) through CEP, DMF, and global filings.
  • Identify new product portfolios aligned with therapeutic trends and market opportunities.
  • Build strategic partnerships and contract development / manufacturing alliances to scale operations.

2. Operational Excellence

  • Oversee end-to-end plant operations including production, QA / QC, EHS, SCM, and engineering.
  • Ensure high standards of quality, cost efficiency, and on-time delivery while maintaining best operation practices.
  • Introduce digital systems for operational monitoring, predictive maintenance, and traceability.
  • Oversee plant construction, technology transfer, and equipment installation.
  • Establish robust supply chain and maintain vendor partnerships for raw materials and utilities.
  • Implement strong EHS practices, ensuring sustainability and compliance.
  • 3. Regulatory & Quality Governance

  • Ensure the plant is always auditable
  • Maintain compliance with national and international regulatory agencies (CDSCO, USFDA, EDQM, EMA).
  • Oversee preparation and submission of regulatory filings (CEP, DMF, ANDA support).
  • Ensure robust quality management systems, compliance with regulatory requirements and promote continuous improvement frameworks.
  • 4. Financial & Business Management

  • Ensure timely realization of project ROI, maintaining a continuous and sustainable flow of returns.
  • Lead and manage the Pharmaceuticals (API and Intermediates) Division’s overall P&L performance.
  • Drive cost optimization, pricing strategy, and profitability improvement initiatives.
  • Monitor capital expenditure, plant expansion, and R&D investments.
  • 5. Team Leadership & Organizational Development

  • Build a high-performance leadership team across R&D, Operations, Regulatory, Supply Chain, QA, QC, EHS, and Sales &BD.
  • Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and ethical business practices.
  • Oversee HR strategy for talent acquisition, capability building, and retention.
  • Inspire a culture of curiosity, innovation, and continuous learning by actively driving training and development initiatives.
  • 6. Market Development & Global Business

  • Lead international business development initiatives for APIs, intermediates, and CDMO.
  • Engage with key customers, distributors, and regulatory consultants across regions.
  • Represent LOXIM at global exhibitions (CPHI, DCAT, etc.) and industry forums.
  • Skills and Knowledge

  • Visionary leadership with strategic and analytical acumen.
  • Deep knowledge of regulatory compliance and international business.
  • Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and negotiation skills.
  • Inspirational leaders who build trust and drives results through collaboration.
  • Strong understanding of GMP, EHS, and global supply chain operations.
  • Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where precision, compliance, and innovation intersect?

    If so, we’d love to meet you!

    Apply now : hr@loxim.com

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