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Strategic Leadership Develop and implement the Manufacturing Process Intelligence strategy to align with AstraZeneca s 2030 bold ambition. Develop a Manufacturing Process Intelligence technology roadmap that considers and makes use of technology advancements that will benefit Operations through Manufacturing Process Intelligence processes that contribute to AstraZeneca s goals and objectives. Proactively plan Manufacturing Process Intelligence projects and programmes globally with relevant AstraZeneca sites/regions. 2. System Implementation and Optimisation Govern the design, configuration, integration, and deployment of PAT solutions globally to ensure standardisation and enterprise efficiencies. Ensure PAT solutions align with industry standard processes, regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA, GMP), and company standards. Continuously evaluate system performance and see opportunities for optimisation. 3. Stakeholder Collaboration Collaborate with multi-functional teams, including Manufacturing BPO s, Site teams, IT, ERP teams and external vendors to develop, deliver and maintain the Manufacturing Process Intelligence strategy and PAT systems globally. Collaborate with IT Business Analysts, Architects and Service Delivery teams to plan, deliver and operate PAT solutions globally. 4. Compliance and Risk Management Ensure all PAT implementations stay in sync with regulatory requirements and cybersecurity standards. Develop and maintain SOPs related to PAT usage, data integrity, and system validation. 5. Budget and Vendor Management Manage the PAT program budget and ensure efficient solutions. Evaluate, select, and maintain relationships with PAT vendors and third-party service providers. Essential Skills/Experience Education Bachelor s or Master s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field. Experience: Minimum 8 years of progressive experience in IT within manufacturing, with at least 5 years in a leadership role focusing on Manufacturing Process Intelligence and/or PAT. Industry Knowledge Strong understanding of pharmaceutical manufacturing, GMP practices, and regulatory frameworks. Technical Expertise Proficiency in PAT platforms (e.g. Siemens SIPAT) and their integration with other systems where required including Historian (OSI PI, Wonderware), MES (PASX and Tulip), ERP (SAP ECC and S4), LIMS, and automation and control systems (Siemens WinCC SCADA, DeltaV DCS). Good working knowledge of modelling and calculation tools, instrumentation, OPC (various flavours), and ideally continuous manufacturing equipment from Consigma (e.g. CDC50) and Zeton. Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead global teams and handle sophisticated, large-scale projects. Analytical & Problem-Solving Strong analytical mindset with the ability to troubleshoot technical challenges and deliver solutions. Communication
