Sr Director, Digital & Technology, PGS Network & Automation Global BioTech Operations Lead

ROLE SUMMARY

Step into a global leadership role at the heart of Pfizers manufacturing transformation! As the Digital and Technology PGS Network and Automation Leader for the BioTech network youll drive innovation across world-class manufacturing facilities ensuring patients everywhere receive reliable high-quality medicines.

• Lead the charge in digital technology and automation excellenceproviding senior leadership and operational support that keeps Pfizers manufacturing sites at the cutting edge.

• Champion cybersecurity and resilience by heading the Network Operations team safeguarding operations against emerging threats.

• Shape the future by collaborating with visionary leaders to design and execute 3-to-5-year strategic roadmaps integrating breakthrough technologies like Artificial Intelligence Robotics smart sensors and Augmented Reality.

• Unify and optimize automation across the network developing a single powerful data model that unlocks real-time insights from every site.

• Drive continuous improvementaligning digital and automation lifecycle management and portfolio investments to maximize value and minimize production outages.

• Stay ahead of the curve by proactively identifying trends and regulatory shifts swiftly implementing enhancements that keep Pfizers operations compliant and competitive.
  

This is a high-impact high-visibility roleyoull collaborate with senior executives plant leaders and global teams managing a portfolio exceeding $40m while leading a global organization of over 120 colleagues. Success demands agility strategic vision and the ability to make bold decisions in fast-moving environments.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead a global movement: Inspire and guide over 120 Digital and Technology colleagues plus a dynamic network of external partners to deliver world-class operations support across Pfizers manufacturing footprint. Your leadership will set the pace for digital transformation and operational excellence.

• Serve as the single point of contact for PGS Site Leaders orchestrating seamless collaboration and strategic alignment across the entire Digital and Technology organization. Youll be the trusted advisor who brings people processes and technology together for breakthrough results.

• Champion cybersecurity and resilience: Take command of the Digital PGS Networks response to cybersecurity threats and incidents. Your proactive leadership will safeguard our operations and ensure business continuity in a rapidly evolving risk landscape.

• Drive innovation from the shop floor to the cloud: Optimize the entire technology stack from enterprise systems to cutting-edge automation unlocking new value and driving competitive advantage for PGS.

• Shape the future of compliance and quality: Stay ahead of emerging requirements from internal and external auditors ensuring our digital operations remain compliant secure and ready for tomorrows challenges.

• Empower stakeholders and drive governance: Manage expectations prioritize digital and automation initiatives and lead governance discussions for the Digital Site Network application portfolio. Your influence will ensure every project delivers maximum impact.

• Mitigate critical issues with decisive action: When outages strike youll be the leader who makes bold immediate decisions to restore operations and protect our manufacturing site network.

• Build a culture of excellence: Foster a strong sense of team develop talent and elevate digital technical and automation capabilities across the organization. Your mentorship will shape the next generation of leaders.

• Deliver results that matter: Ensure our Application Support teams consistently meet Recovery Time Objectives (RTOs) Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and customer satisfaction goalskeeping Pfizers manufacturing site network running smoothly and reliably.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Candidate demonstrates a breadth of diverse leadership experiences and capabilities including the ability to influence and collaborate with peers develop and coach others oversee and guide the work of other colleagues to achieve meaningful outcomes and create business impact.

• Education: BA or BS in preferred disciplines: Information Technology Manufacturing or Business Management. Advanced degree strongly preferred.

• 12 years progressive experience leading global organizations

• Experience with large scale / complex global organizations required

• Digital Manufacturing experience required

• Control system automation

• Broad domain expertise across multiple business functions required

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in Manufacturing site operations including the shop floor

• Experience working in a manufacturing operation strongly preferred.

• Global cultural awareness required

• Proven Team Leadership and Management Experience

• Ability to thrive in a matrixed organization

Candidate demonstrates a breadth of diverse leadership experiences and capabilities including: the ability to influence and collaborate with peers develop and coach others oversee and guide the work of other colleagues to achieve meaningful outcomes and create business impact.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Travel between primary work location and PGS locations.
• Ability to participate in GEMBA walks plant tours etc.

NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS

• Role will require meetings/calls/events outside of traditional working hours due the global nature of the organization.
• Up to 50% travel required

Last Date to Apply for Job: 1/19/2026

Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.