STADA
STADA Arzneimittel AG is a leading international pharmaceutical company headquartered in Germany, specializing in the production of generic drugs, specialty pharmaceuticals, and consumer healthcare products. With a history spanning over 125 years, the company operates globally, distributing its products in approximately 120 countries and maintaining a workforce of over 13,000 employees. STADA is recognized for its diverse portfolio, which includes well-known brands in the over-the-counter (OTC) segment and a growing focus on biosimilars. In Spain, STADA maintains a significant operational hub located in the Barcelona metropolitan area. The Spanish subsidiary is a key player in the local market, offering a wide range of generic medicines and consumer health products. For international professionals, STADA Spain provides a multicultural work environment with opportunities in global functions such as product development, IT, and supply chain, often requiring English proficiency alongside Spanish.
Company History
Founded in 1895 as a pharmacists' cooperative in Dresden, STADA has grown into a global pharmaceutical leader. It was acquired by private equity firms Bain Capital and Cinven in 2017, fueling further international expansion and a focus on specialty pharmaceuticals.
For International Professionals
- Headquartered in Bad Vilbel, Germany, with its primary Spanish operations based in the Barcelona area (Sant Just Desvern).
- Offers a variety of global-facing roles in IT, engineering, and product development that often utilize English as a primary working language.
- The company follows a three-pillar strategy focusing on Consumer Healthcare, Generics, and Specialty Medicines (including Biosimilars).
- Provides a stable corporate environment within the highly regulated and resilient pharmaceutical industry.
- Actively recruits for both local market roles and global functional positions based out of their Spanish offices.