Senior Manager, Project Artwork Automation
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Location & Contact
Job Function: Supply Chain Engineering
Job Sub Function: Packaging Design Engineering
Job Category: People Leader
All Job Posting Locations: Beerse, Antwerp, Belgium; Breda, Netherlands; Cork, Ireland; Latina, Italy
About The Role
We are searching for the best talent for a Senior Manager, Product Artwork Technical & Automation to join our Digital Operations and Technical Services Operation.
The selected candidate will work with existing Product Artwork SMEs and team members to lead all technical and automation initiatives, develop standards and processes, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver efficient, compliant, and scalable automation and technical solutions.
The position leads and adapts to change, manages complexity, works collaboratively, and builds alliances with relevant parts of the business, including Regulatory Affairs, Supply Chain functions and external business partners, to leverage expertise, resources, processes and tools.
Key Responsibilities
Lead all technical aspects of Product Artwork, providing strategic guidance and operational support for stakeholders and business partners.
Drive automation initiatives within the artwork management system (ArcTiC / Esko) and ensure timely, compliant delivery that meets all HA and company standards.
Establish and lead cross-functional automated artwork template governance to drive and maintain standardization.
Assess and manage the impact of change requests to safeguard compliance, minimize risk, and sustain template efficiency.
Design, review, and enhance Product Artwork technical and automation processes; establish KPIs to monitor performance and value creation.
Work closely with stakeholders including IT, Regulatory, Quality, Packaging Sites, Brand Protection, Supply Chain, and external partners/vendors for seamless integration and provide expert technical support.
Build and maintain a high-performing, inclusive team culture; coach and develop talent while fostering a Credo-based environment.
Manage departmental budgets, optimize resource allocation, and report progress, challenges, and achievements to senior leadership.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's degree required; MBA or advanced degree in Engineering, Business, or Supply Chain preferred.
Experience & Skills (Required)
Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in a Pharmaceutical / regulated environment.
Technical & automation related experience in artwork or packaging fields.
Experience in coordinating / troubleshooting artwork, Regulatory Labeling & packaging design.
4 years' people management experience in a diverse and multicultural environment, coaching and developing employees, communicating a clear vision and strategy, and leading a team through a change journey.
At least 4 years' exposure to and general understanding of regulatory processes and systems and/or in pharmaceutical packaging, artwork management, or related fields.
Strong understanding of regulatory requirements pertaining to artwork, packaging, and labeling in the pharmaceutical industry.
Supply Chain experience, including expertise in value chain, packaging sites, MSAT, external vendor management, and/or related areas.
Knowledge of artwork and printed packaging materials and interfaces with key functions.
High intellectual curiosity to challenge the status quo and learn artwork processes and how they relate to other supply chain processes as well as impact on the customer experience.
Strong interpersonal skills, team player, influencing without authority, setting priorities and strong demonstrated stakeholder management.
Experience with guides and regulations as well as industry technical standards related to artwork, including experience with international and pharmaceutical regulatory authorities, knowledge, and expertise in applying cGMP regulations (e.g., FDA, GMP, ICH, etc.).
Excellent organizational skills; in organizing/prioritizing work/projects, managing resources and budgets.
The ability to multi-task, work with minimal supervision, and demonstrate resiliency and high productivity with constraints of schedule and budget.
Strong cross-functional business acumen with a comprehensive understanding of end-to-end supply chain processes.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, capable of influencing without authority, at all levels of the organization, and managing partner relationships effectively with various stakeholders.
Proficient in tracking process improvements and measuring business value realization.
Preferred
Life Sciences or Pharmaceutical industry experience.
Lean/Six Sigma certification.
Familiarity with artwork systems (e.g., ArcTiC / Esko).
Experience in setting up KPIs and managing departmental budgets.
Experience in familiarity with design software tools (e.g. InDesign, Illustrator).
Additional Information
Up to 10% domestic and international travel may be required.
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