Said MAAYOUFI
Gembloux
Summary
Dynamic and analytical Subject Matter Expert with extensive experience in method development, validation, and regulatory compliance. Proven track record in managing complex projects and driving continuous improvement across cross-functional teams highlights a commitment to excellence. Expertise in mentoring and fostering collaboration ensures quality and efficiency in achieving critical milestones. Recognized for strong analytical skills and strategic thinking, combined with effective communication and a results-driven mindset, consistently contributing to successful outcomes in fast-paced environments.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Analytical SME
Science Recruitment Group (Consultant at UCB)
11.2022 - Current
- Led and delivered DS/DP batch production, process optimization, analytical method development/validation, stability studies, and material characterization within quality, timeline, and budget targets
- Independently designed experiments and analyzed data to influence project decisions and next steps
- Collaborated with laboratory teams, mentoring scientists and technicians to ensure smooth execution of assigned work packages
- Authored quality protocols and regulatory reports compliant with data integrity standards
- Prepared mock PAI documents, including risk assessment and mitigation plans ahead of readiness to quality (RtQ)
- Supported analytical development (VQL), investigations, audits, and health authority inspections with expert input
- Facilitated knowledge transfer and troubleshooting through training for internal departments and external contractors
- Applied operating model to ensure timely execution of activities aligned with strategy and guidelines
- Proactively communicated new risks, deviations, and resources needs to project leaders and teams
- Partnered with other SMEs for cross-functional technical support to meet delivery plans
- Contributed to departmental goals, maintained up-to-date expertise, and implemented innovative solutions to resolve technical challenges
QC Lab Manager
Bioxtract Laboratory
01.2006 - 10.2022
- Manage laboratory budget
- Accountable for purchasing lab equipment, consumables, etc
- Accountable for lab equipment qualification and maintenance
- Manage QC activities related to several quality systems: Change controls, Deviations, Lab Investigation
- Accountable for the planning, execution, quality and accuracy of all analyses performed in the lab
- Manage stability studies
- Accountable for methods development
- Ensure a continuous Quality and Compliance improvement mindset based on internal and external audit
- Writing and/ or review of quality documents
- Write, review and approve SOP, validation process and validation reports
- Manage, coordinate and track each qualification or validation activities for the HPLC-DAD (Alliance waters 2695) equipment
- Provide expertise & direction to manage and to improve the lab efficiency
- Develops, tracks and communicates metrics to ensure efforts are in line with business goals, objectives and strategy
- Coach the technicians, trainees and users related to QC department
Regulatory Support
Bioxtract Laboratory
06.2018 - 10.2022
- Annual participation in GMP training
- Ensure support to regulatory manager
- Review SOP Regulatory Files
- Provide support for the international registration of products
- Accountable for the ISO22000, FSSC22000 and GMP audits for auto control lab part
- Ensure proper execution of specific regulations applicable to the auto-control of food supplements
Project Manager
Bioxtract Laboratory
01.2004 - 12.2005
- Project plan to ensure timely completion
- Development of an innovative food supplements for joint inflammatory disease
- Development of products formulations
- Development of dosage forms
- Development of analytical methods (HPLC, LC-MS, GCFID, GC-MS and GC-TDS-MS) for products qualification
- Implement and follow up of stability studies of RM, IP and final products
- Implement analytical SOP, maintenance and qualification program
- Implement GLP lab quality system
- Support to business manager for commercial prospects
- Implement a scientific library database related to products
- Participating for scientific data writing and publishing in scientific journals
Research Scientist
General Chemistry Unit - Gembloux Agro Biotech
03.2002 - 12.2003
- Public Health Risks evaluation: Support by Pasteur Institute - brussel
- Development of analytical methods for identification and dosage of air contamination markers in HVAC building
- Monitor and analyze VOC's compounds by GC-MS
- Monitor and analyze chemical compounds by LC
- Write quarterly reports
- Coordination with collaborators from Pasteur Institute and government officials for sampling and reports
- Provide quality support to any question or issue in environmental quality control
- Analysis of HVAC group's water, offices dust and surrounding air analysis
Chef
L'aquarium Restaurant
01.1998 - 03.2002
- Menu card suggestion and update
- Accountable for managing budget
- Accountable for managing restaurant people
- Events organizer
- Exceptional communication skills for giving instructions and training staff in the best ways to design and cook present foods
- Creative and innovative with presentation of foods for guests
- Organized utilizing the best ways to save costs and manage time whether preparing simple short orders or complicated dishes
Education
Ph.D. - Proteins Chemistry
Gembloux Agro Biotech
03.2002
Master - Bioengineering
Gembloux Agro Biotech
06.1998
Master - chemistry sciences
My Ismail University of Sciences
07.1995
DEUG - Chemical and physic Sciences
My Ismail University
07.1993
BBA - Experimental Sciences
Agronomy Sciences School
Meknes07-1990
Skills
- Efficient communication
- Adaptability
- Team player
- Problem solver
- Method Development and Validation Expertise
- GLP
- GMP
- GSP
- GDP
- HACCP FSSC22000
- Experience with ICH Q2(R2) Compliance
- Strategic thinking
- Continuous improvement
- Team management and leadership
- Organizational skills
- Observation skills
- Listening skills
- Flexibility
- Technical Project Management
- Regulatory documentation and quality compliance
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
Accomplishments
- Ensured data integrity and thorough review of submission files for two NDA dossiers over 2 years, contributing to successful regulatory outcomes.
- Reduced equipment maintenance downtime by 40% through strategic scheduling and prioritization, improving lab productivity.
- Spearheaded the market launch of a food supplement in just 6 months, cutting the standard timeline in half through agile project execution.
- Achieved 25% cost savings on laboratory equipment purchase and maintenance, and 20–30% reduction in consumables expenses through strong negotiation skills.
- Applied efficient team management to consistently improve on-time milestone delivery, strengthening project execution and accountability.
- Strong analytical skills complemented by strategic thinking. Recognized as a collaborative team player with clear, efficient communication and a result-driven mindset.
Certification
- White Belt Lean Basics
- First Aid Certificate
Languages
French
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Advanced (C1)
Spanish
Intermediate (B1)
Hobbies and Interests
- New technologies
- Cooking's new trends
- Neurosciences
- Cinema
- Human rights
Timeline
Analytical SME
Science Recruitment Group (Consultant at UCB)
11.2022 - Current
Regulatory Support
Bioxtract Laboratory
06.2018 - 10.2022
QC Lab Manager
Bioxtract Laboratory
01.2006 - 10.2022
Project Manager
Bioxtract Laboratory
01.2004 - 12.2005
Research Scientist
General Chemistry Unit - Gembloux Agro Biotech
03.2002 - 12.2003
Chef
L'aquarium Restaurant
01.1998 - 03.2002
Master - Bioengineering
Gembloux Agro Biotech
Master - chemistry sciences
My Ismail University of Sciences
DEUG - Chemical and physic Sciences
My Ismail University
Ph.D. - Proteins Chemistry
Gembloux Agro Biotech
BBA - Experimental Sciences
Agronomy Sciences School