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Pfaffenhofen: Cutting-Edge Pharmaceutical Development and Production

At our European development and production site in Pfaffenhofen, Germany, we transform medical innovation into reality. Our dedicated team, ranging from biotech scientists and pharmaceutical experts to engineers and production specialists, plays a crucial role in developing and manufacturing breakthrough medicines that enhance patients’ lives globally.  

From Pharmaceutical Research and Production to Global Supply: Our Core Competencies  

  • Pharmaceutical Development: Our experts in Pharmaceutical Development transform active ingredients from Daiichi Sankyo’s global research pipeline into safe and effective medicines. They develop optimal recipes and design efficient manufacturing processes for drug substances and products, conduct comprehensive analytical characterisation and ensure regulatory compliance. The team also manufactures investigational drugs for clinical trials and scales up production for commercial supply.  
  • Advanced Pharmaceutical Production: With state-of-the-art facilities, we manufacture high-quality pharmaceuticals, including biotech APIs and cutting-edge Antibody-Drug Conjugates (ADCs). Our production capabilities encompass sterile filling, lyophilisation, tablets, and innovative packaging solutions – all designed to meet the highest global quality and safety standards.  
  • End-to-End Supply Chain Management: Our Supply Chain team orchestrates the highly regulated entire supply chain process, from product forecasting to the final delivery to customers. This approach requires the integration and coordination of all activities involved in the supply chain, including procurement, manufacturing, logistics, distribution and customer service, ensuring the seamless supply of medicines to over 50 countries worldwide.  

Strategic Growth and Investment in the Future  
Daiichi Sankyo is investing approximately €1 billion by 2030 to transform Pfaffenhofen into a pioneering development and manufacturing centre for oncology products and advanced therapies. This investment will expand our development and production capabilities, accelerate digital transformation and integrate cutting-edge automation. With up to 350 new positions, our team will grow to more than 1,000 employees, reinforcing Pfaffenhofen’s role as a key pillar in our global network.  

Value Creators Leading the ADC Era with Cutting-Edge Pharmaceutical Technologies  
At Daiichi Sankyo, we are committed to ensuring that no patient is left behind. As an established developer of cardiology medicines and a pioneer in the oncology ADC era, we leverage advanced pharmaceutical technologies to bring transformative treatments to those in need, making a meaningful impact on healthcare worldwide.  

Join us in shaping the future of pharmaceutical innovation and making a lasting impact on patients worldwide. 

Nicole Ettinger: Ensuring High-Quality Medications for Our Patients

What motivates you about your job? 
I am motivated by the opportunity to make a significant contribution to ensuring patients receive high-quality medicines on time. Together with my team, I work in production to optimise our processes so we can meet the production schedule and maintain and improve our quality standards. Every day brings new questions and challenges that need to be solved, making my work varied and fulfilling. I enjoy working with people. My job offers me various opportunities for collaboration and exchange, both within my department and with colleagues across the organisation.  

How do you experience the work culture at Daiichi Sankyo?  
The employees at Daiichi Sankyo work together in a friendly and trusting manner. Everyone gives their best and is willing to support colleagues to achieve the best possible result together. Mistakes are handled constructively and seen as opportunities for further development. Goals are challenging but achievable, providing motivation. Everyone has the opportunity to develop further and is supported on this path by their supervisor.  

If you had to describe Daiichi Sankyo in three words – what would they be?
Innovative, cooperative, trustworthy.  

Looking at our three Core Behaviours – pick one and tell us what you connect with it.  
Collaborate & Trust: By working together with mutual respect and trust, we can best support each other in achieving our goals. Each individual’s working style and personality are respected, and the strengths of others are utilised to achieve the best possible result. Good performance is recognised and appreciated, and constructive feedback is communicated respectfully. We listen attentively and try to understand others. At Daiichi Sankyo, everyone has the opportunity to be their authentic self.  

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