geoffroy SOMMEN
@geoffroysommen
I lead pharmaceutical and chemical manufacturing sites through operational excellence, lean transformation, compliance, and turnaround delivery.
FranceWhat I'm looking for
I've led manufacturing and site operations for Orgapharm, SPI Pharma, Provepharm, Novasep, Polypeptide, BASF Pharma, Siegfried, Lonza, and Axyntis across API, fine chemistry, generics, peptides, diagnostics, and cosmetics. My work has included full P&L oversight, site turnarounds, FDA 483 recovery, ANSM action plans, CAPEX delivery, supply chain leadership, and quality, safety, and environmental compliance.
I build practical lean and operational-excellence cultures that improve delivery, productivity, cost control, and safety. Alongside interim executive assignments, I've founded and operated micro-breweries, taking responsibility for equipment installation, recipe development, production, bottling, events, and environmentally conscious operations.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Site Director (interim)
Orgapharm
Aug 2026 - Present (1 month)
Directed site operations across Business Unit Industries and Business Unit Generics, maintaining adherence to production schedules in a post-PSE and judicial receivership context. Managed team and provided operational and disciplinary oversight.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Lorraine
Doctor of Philosophy, Molecular Engineering and Biochemical Pharmacology
Doctoral studies in molecular engineering and biochemical pharmacology, culminating in a Ph.D. thesis.
University of Lorraine
Master of Science, Enterprise Administration
Management formation included in the DESS CAAE, a Master's degree in enterprise administration.
University of Lorraine
DEA, Chemistry and Physico-chemistry
DEA in molecular chemistry and physico-chemistry from the doctoral school SESAMES.
University of Lorraine
Master of Science, Chemistry
Master's degree in chemistry from the University of Lorraine.
Lycée Louis Vincent
BTS, Chemistry
BTS in chemistry, a superior technician diploma.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
FranceAuthorized to work in
Salary expectations
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Skills
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