Sr. Mgr, IT - Digital Plant Applications & Infrastructure
Bristol Myers Squibb
Summary
The Sr. Manager, IT Digital Plant Applications & Infrastructure is an integral part of bringing RayzeBio's innovative drug products to patients in need. In this role, you will report directly to the Exec. Director, IT and be primarily responsible implementing RayzeBio's vision for growth and leading efforts to enable digital processes to achieve commercialization objectives at the site. The role will ensure the digital systems applications along with CSV for lab and process automation are enabled and maintained to successfully deliver novel Radiopharmaceutical technologies. You will work with lab & process automation, large corporate systems, small biotech systems, across all functions for the Whitestown site. Additional responsibilities will include working with architectural and IT partners and specialty equipment manufacturers to achieve our technology and commercialization goals.
Job description
Job Responsibilities
- Responsible for continuous operation and maintenance of IT, data for lab & process automation systems (including MES, LIMS, local manufacturing, quality control and quality management site IT systems) as well as associated site infrastructure.
- Key partner for Engineering and process automation space.
- Deliver to site service level management scope and process with IT groups and/or vendor managed services, i.e. Service Level Agreements (SLA's), Disaster Recovery/Service Continuity, etc.
- Work with service providers to deliver effective, innovative and stable solutions that meet the needs of the site.
- Support site regulatory inspection readiness and data integrity initiatives.
- Partner on new demand from the various site functions (Manufacturing Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, Manufacturing Science & Technology)
- Identify key technology trends and how new technologies might be leveraged to provide better solutions to the manufacturing site
- Support deployment of long-term (3 year) roadmaps identifying capabilities that have the greatest impact on business capabilities for the organization.
- Partnering and benchmarking with external sources.
Education and Experience
- Bachelors in Engineering, IT, Science field or equivalent
- 7-10+ years of IT experience in biotechnology, pharmaceutical, life sciences or GxP manufacturing.
- Prior radiopharma experience is highly valued but not required.
- Proven technical leadership and management experience.
- Demonstrated experience implementing either automation and digitization projects.
- BS/MS Information Technology or similar degree or equivalent experience
Skills
- Ability to effectively communicate with both technical and non-technical team members.
- Strong interpersonal skills, especially regarding: Teamwork and collaboration, Client focus, Verbal and written communication
- Knowledge of pharma IT Architecture and IT Infrastructure including Networks, Servers, HMIs, Printers, Scanners, Switches, Firewall rules, Domains, etc.
- Knowledge of cGMP, GXP, GAMP, SDLC regulations, including 21CFR part 11, and good documentation practices.
- Knowledge of pharmaceutical, manufacturing and laboratory systems and equipment that support Biologics and clinical manufacturing.
- Strong technical and problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.
- Demonstrated success working in a high-performing, business results-driven environment.
- Knowledge of Cybersecurity, patching and IT Life Cycle Management (LCM).
- Understanding of computer system validation.
- Applies AI to improve team execution and decision-making
Physical Requirements
Standard office environment coupled with GMP production and facility environment. Must be willing to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as required. Must be comfortable working with radioactive materials.
Requirements
- Bachelors in Engineering, IT, Science field or equivalent
- 7-10+ years of IT experience in biotechnology, pharmaceutical, life sciences or GxP manufacturing
- Proven technical leadership and management experience
- Demonstrated experience implementing either automation and digitization projects
- BS/MS Information Technology or similar degree or equivalent experience
- Ability to effectively communicate with both technical and non-technical team members
- Strong interpersonal skills, especially regarding: Teamwork and collaboration, Client focus, Verbal and written communication
- Knowledge of pharma IT Architecture and IT Infrastructure including Networks, Servers, HMIs, Printers, Scanners, Switches, Firewall rules, Domains, etc.
- Knowledge of cGMP, GXP, GAMP, SDLC regulations, including 21CFR part 11, and good documentation practices
- Knowledge of pharmaceutical, manufacturing and laboratory systems and equipment that support Biologics and clinical manufacturing
- Strong technical and problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently
- Demonstrated success working in a high-performing, business results-driven environment
- Knowledge of Cybersecurity, patching and IT Life Cycle Management (LCM)
- Understanding of computer system validation
- Applies AI to improve team execution and decision-making
Benefits
- Wellbeing Support
- Retirement Benefits
- Financial Protection Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Life & Disability Insurance
- Flexible Time Off (FTO)
- 11 Paid Company Holidays
- Paid Sick Leave
- Volunteer Days
- Summer Hours Flexibility
- Global Shutdown
Company overview
Bristol Myers Squibb is a global biopharmaceutical company dedicated to discovering, developing, and delivering innovative medicines that help patients prevail over serious diseases. Founded in 1887 and headquartered in Princeton, New Jersey, the company operates with a unique BioPharma strategy that combines the reach and resources of a major pharmaceutical company with the entrepreneurial spirit and agility of a biotech firm. BMS focuses on transformative therapies in key therapeutic areas including oncology, hematology, immunology, cardiovascular disease, and fibrosis. The company has built a sustainable pipeline of potential therapies and leverages translational medicine and data analytics to deliver the right medicine to the right patient at the right time. With over 10,000 employees worldwide, Bristol Myers Squibb maintains a strong commitment to scientific excellence, patient-centric innovation, and global health equity through its foundation. The company's portfolio includes groundbreaking treatments such as Opdivo (nivolumab) for cancer, Eliquis (apixaban) for cardiovascular conditions, and Orencia (abatacept) for autoimmune diseases, among others.