Healthcare OT Portfolio Manager (all genders)

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United As One for Patients, our purpose in Healthcare is to help create, improve and prolong lives. We develop medicines, intelligent devices and innovative technologies in therapeutic areas such as Oncology, Neurology and Fertility. Our teams work together across 6 continents with passion and relentless curiosity in order to help patients at every stage of life. Joining our Healthcare team is becoming part of a diverse, inclusive and flexible working culture, presenting great opportunities for personal development and career advancement across the globe.

Your role:
We are seeking a Healthcare OT Portfolio Manager /all genders) to drive a strategic oversight and execution of our OT portfolio, encompassing both project and services, across a network of twenty manufacturing, laboratory, and R&D sites. This role involves managing a dynamic mix of site-initiated projects tailored to local needs and globally driven initiatives that advance our operations’ strategic objectives.
As a global lead, you will ensure alignment between site-specific efforts and sector-wide goals, optimizing the delivery of OT services and projects to maximize value. By fostering collaboration across divers teams and regions, you will play a critical role in integrating IT and OT capabilities, driving innovation, and enhancing operational excellence through the organization.
The role reports to the Head of Healthcare OT within Global Engineering & Technology function of the sector, collaborates with Global Healthcare Operation Functions and Sites, and interact with Group Functions such as IT Application, IT Infrastructure, Data & Digital, and Cybersecurity.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead OT Portfolio in Healthcare sector in alignment with the Group Standard mandate
• Lead Community of Practices in Healthcare with the Site OT Project Delivery Managers
• Co-Lead the Cross Business Sector IT/OT Project and Portfolio Management Board
• Define Sector OT portfolio strategy in alignment with business priorities, budget and risk
• Align Sector OT portfolio strategy with external teams from IT, cybersecurity, and quality
• Support collection of site OT portfolio initiatives in the sector and drive their prioritization
• Assure Site OT Master Plans are current and aligned with latest sector OT portfolio strategy
• Assure CapEx and OpEx alignment with sector controlling for the agreed OT portfolio
• Monitor and report on the OT portfolio, providing visibility and adherence to agreed KPIs
• Conduct regular OT portfolio reviews with business stakeholders to align on priorities
• Manage external partnerships with key IT/OT solution and service providers
• Drive simplification and rationalization of OT portfolio to reduce costs

Who you are:

• Extensive experience in Industrial Automation and Robotics (15 years+)
• Extensive experience in leading automation projects and teams (10 years+)
• Extensive experience in process control within pharmaceutical environment (5 years+)
• Extensive experience in cGMP guidelines and regulations for computerized systems (5 years+)
• Holistic experience in IT/OT environment, electronic data integrity, and OT cyber security
• Holistic experience in vertical integration of production equipment into IT infrastructure & tools
• Knowledge of industry leading standards and groups: IEC, ISO, NIST, Namur, Biophorum, ISPE
• Master’s or bachelor’s degree in industrial automation, robotics, or similar
• Experienced in managerial positions (direct reports and matrix organization)
• Ability to develop long term visions and strategies, then turn it into execution plan
• Strategic thinking, systematic problem solving, and assertiveness in plan execution
• Multicultural experience, fluent in English and at least one additional language
• Strong communication, persuasion and coaching skills

What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We celebrate all dimensions of diversity and believe that it drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!
 
Apply now and become a part of our diverse team!