Jeroen Geens holds a PhD in Chemical Engineering from Leuven University (Belgium). He joined Janssen Supply Chain in 2005 in the new technology group in SM API-manufacturing, with a focus on flow chemistry, spray drying and PAT. In 2010 he joined Janssen R&D, working in several roles in the DP Pilot Plant of Janssen’s Clinical Supply Chain, working on new product introductions for clinical manufacturing (Beerse, Belgium). In his current role of Engineering Technical Director, he works on the strategy implementation of new technologies for DP-development and manufacturing with a key focus on CM-deployment. After his initial engagement in shaping the R&D CM-platform, started 2014, he is now supporting the new product teams in bringing Janssen’s portfolio on CM-technology, while also acting as one of the lead R&D-partners for Janssen Supply Chain in the further implementation of their CM-capabilities and network strategy.