Job Title: Director, Operations IT - Business Partner, Manufacturing Execution Systems
Location Note: Suitable applicants from other AZ hub/Operations sites will be considered.
Introduction to role
We are seeking a visionary and highly skilled IT Director to lead the global strategy, implementation, and optimization of Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) across our pharmaceutical operations. The successful candidate will ensure alignment with business objectives, regulatory requirements, and technological advancements to enhance manufacturing efficiency and quality. Suitable applicants from other AZ hub/Operations sites will be considered.
Accountabilities
Strategic Leadership:
Develop and execute the MES strategy to align with AstraZeneca’s 2030 bold ambition.
Develop an MES technology roadmap that considers and makes use of agreed Enterprise product and platform standards and new technology advancements that will benefit Operations through Manufacturing Execution processes that contribute to AstraZeneca’s goals and objectives.
Proactively plan MES projects and programs globally with relevant AstraZeneca sites/regions.
System Implementation and Optimization:
Govern the design, configuration, integration, and deployment of MES solutions globally to ensure standardization and enterprise efficiencies.
Ensure MES solutions align with industry best practices, regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA, GMP), and company standards.
Continuously evaluate system performance and identify opportunities for optimization.
Stakeholder Collaboration:
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Manufacturing BPO’s, Site teams, IT, ERP teams and external vendors to develop, deliver and maintain the MES strategy and MES systems globally.
Collaborate with IT Business Analysts, Architects and Service Delivery teams to plan, deliver and operate MES solutions globally.
Compliance and Risk Management:
Ensure all MES implementations comply with regulatory requirements and cybersecurity standards.
Develop and maintain SOPs related to MES usage, data integrity, and system validation.
Budget and Vendor Management:
Manage the MES program budget and ensure cost-effective solutions.
Evaluate, select, and manage relationships with MES vendors and third-party service providers.
Essential Skills/Experience
Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
Minimum 8 years of progressive experience in IT within manufacturing, with at least 5 years in a leadership role focusing on MES.
Strong understanding of pharmaceutical manufacturing, GMP practices, and regulatory frameworks.
Proficiency in MES platforms (Werum PAS-X and/or Tulip) and their integration with ERP and automation systems.
Proven ability to lead global teams and manage complex, large-scale projects.
Strong analytical mindset with the ability to troubleshoot technical challenges and deliver solutions.
Proven ability to work with external vendors.
Proven ability to work with global teams in relation to MES platforms.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.
Join a team with the backing and investment to win! You'll be working with cutting-edge technology. This marriage between our purposeful work and the use of high-tech platforms is what sets us apart. Lead the way in digital healthcare. From exploring data and AI to working in the cloud on new technologies. Join a team at the forefront. Help shape and define the technologies of the future, with the backing you need from across the business.
Ready to make a difference? Apply now!
Date Posted
25-Mar-2025Closing Date
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