Job Title
Ambitious Professionals Sought for Strategic Operations Technology Leadership Role
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We are seeking a visionary and accomplished technology leader to spearhead our Client Facing Operations Technology department at our manufacturing facility in Dun Laoghaire, Ireland.
This pivotal role involves driving the integration of cutting-edge digital and AI advancements aligned with Industry 4.0/Smart Manufacturing principles to support business growth.
The successful candidate will oversee operations support and lifecycle management of all information and technology capabilities at the site, including manufacturing, engineering, quality, lab operations, and supply chain systems, along with digital and AI tools.
This strategic position reports directly to the Director, Head of Technology in Ireland.
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* Lead the client-facing operations technology department, supporting computer application solutions for site operations.
* Ensure site quality and compliance practices align with enterprise-wide systems.
* Develop strategies for site installations of corporate computing systems and foster collaboration with corporate and remote site technology groups.
* Hire, mentor, and develop talented technology professionals.
* Sponsor the development of an overall information systems strategic plan for the site.
* Collaborate with various management teams to identify critical business issues and develop technology solutions.
* Promote training and information exchange across departments.
* Foster a culture of innovation through proof of concepts, pilots, and projects based on leading-edge technology.
* Partner with big data and analytics companies to identify and recommend technology solutions.
* Refine the site's technology strategy and roadmap to support reliability, efficiency, agility, and differentiation.
* Monitor external technology trends and facilitate innovation to maintain competitive advantage.
* Ensure smooth technology adoption and delivery of efficiencies.
* Communicate the company's technology strategy effectively to the site team.
* Pursue the latest technologies and assess their applicability to site operations, including AI, IoT, digital twins, etc.
* Foster talent development within biopharma technology professionals.
* Stay current with best practices and emerging technologies in software applications, security, validated systems, cloud, data analytics, and AI.
Beyond technical expertise, this role demands exceptional leadership skills, strategic thinking, and effective communication abilities to drive results-oriented teams.
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Requirements
To succeed in this high-impact role, candidates must possess:
- A strong educational background in Computer Science, Manufacturing Automation, or similar fields.
- Extensive experience in Information Systems or manufacturing technology, preferably in the biopharma or pharmaceutical industries.
- Expertise in Automation, Data Integrity, Network Security, and regulatory compliance.
- Proven ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams and manage complex projects using Agile/Scrum methodologies.
- Experience with enterprise systems like Oracle, SAP, Veeva, Salesforce, etc.
- Strong coordination, mentoring, and strategic planning skills.
- Familiarity with pharmaceutical/biotech operational systems and the regulatory environment.
- Ability to work collaboratively and effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
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About Us
We are dedicated to unlocking biology's potential to treat serious illnesses through innovative therapeutics, leveraging advanced genetics and biotechnologies.
Join us in shaping the future of healthcare and making meaningful contributions to health and science.
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