Digital Transformation Project Manager

Digital Transformation Project Manager

The Digital Transformation Project Manager is a pivotal leader driving the our clients site’s journey toward Factory 4.0. This role is responsible for coordinating a portfolio of digital transformation initiatives that enhance operational efficiency, optimise manufacturing processes and support the organisation’s commitment to innovation and operational excellence.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong understanding of digital technologies, project and portfolio management, and regulated manufacturing environments, ideally within biopharmaceutical or advanced manufacturing settings.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate a portfolio of digital transformation projects, liaising with above-site teams and SMEs to represent the Westport site.
• Collaborate with site leadership to develop and implement digital strategies aligned with operational and business objectives.
• Work cross-functionally with IT, Operations, Regulatory Affairs and Quality to gather requirements and ensure alignment on project goals.
• Drive value analysis and business case development for both new and existing digitalisation initiatives.
• Own and/or support financial long-range planning and capital acquisition processes.
• Communicate project status, risks, milestones and benefits to stakeholders at all levels.
• Develop and implement effective change management strategies to ensure strong user engagement and adoption.
• Represent the business/site in the deployment of digital tools and technologies, contributing to system architecture and configuration discussions as the operational voice.
• Lead cross-functional project teams to deliver projects on time, within scope and with strong stakeholder engagement.
• Define, track, and monitor KPIs to measure the success and sustainability of digital initiatives.
• Ensure all initiatives comply with relevant regulatory requirements and internal quality standards.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Proven experience in digital transformation and project management, preferably in manufacturing or biopharmaceutical environments.
• Experience with financial planning, budgeting, and business case development.
• Exposure to Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies.
• Strong interest in or knowledge of digitalisation and operational excellence (e.g. IoT, AI, robotics, Industry 4.0).
• Excellent project and portfolio management skills, with the ability to manage multiple initiatives and cross-functional resources.
• Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in a relevant field.
• Certifications such as Lean Six Sigma Green/Black Belt, PMP, or Industry 4.0–related credentials.
• Experience delivering Industry 4.0 or digital manufacturing projects in regulated environments.

For a confidential conversation about the role please apply for the role or contact Gerard Cunniffe at gcunniffe@sterlingengineeringeu.com

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