Genentech · 20 hours ago
Site Head IT OT, Hillsboro Campus
Hillsboro, OR
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$174K/yr - $324K/yr
15+ years expGenentech is a leader in the pharmaceutical industry, and they are seeking a Site Head IT OT to shape information and technology solutions in alignment with their Pharma Vision. This role involves providing leadership, managing IT and OT services, and driving business opportunities through technology in a digital manufacturing environment.
BiotechnologyLife ScienceManufacturing
Responsibilities
Provide strong inspirational, engaging leadership and coaching to direct reports and develop the next generation of leaders while nurturing a culture of agility and collaboration
Integrate with the end-to-end Make Assess Release (MAR) process of site
Be accountable for the site IT OT Services and Product Portfolio, ensuring overall production strategy and commitments are met, supported by a conductive environment for robust manufacturing execution and continuous improvement
In partnership with business stakeholders, play a key role in identifying business opportunities and co-creating technology-enabled strategies in alignment with overall Manufacturing Site and Network level Themes & Epics. Facilitate continuous improvement of prioritized initiatives and operational processes, ensuring mobilization of needed resources and skills to advance the IT OT system life-cycle, including integration, deployment, and upgrades
Accountable for cross-functional teams in an agile set-up, taking the role of advising, educating, and challenging the status quo with a customer oriented E2E mindset
Catalyze organizational growth, negotiate and influence through being a coach, change agent, trainer, mentor and sounding board for team members
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Biology, Computer Science, Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, Information Systems, or equivalent experience; Master/PhD is a plus
Highly developed people skills, demonstrating a clear commitment to people development and effective mentoring
15+ years professional experience in global and complex business environments
8+ years of people management and/or product management experience
Ability to travel up to 10%
Is a strong people leader who can inspire and engage the organization and align them to PT vision and strategy in close collaboration with the PT site Vice President and General Manager and their organizations
Has IT OT and/or business domain expertise in the pharmaceutical and biotech industry, with an experience in manufacturing and Technical Operations and an understanding of market challenges and competitive advantages
Proficient knowledge of pharmaceutical technology and processes (manufacturing, digital plant, shop floor systems, quality lab systems, data historians or automation systems)
Can nurture a business consultative and value driven partnership. Demonstrates executive presence, strong business acumen, navigates ambiguity and manages complexity
Well-networked. Exhibits intellectual curiosity and integrity, with high degree of self-awareness, empathy and listening skills. Lives a speak up culture and promotes a culture of trust
Approach to work with an agile mindset, i.e., good enough instead of perfection, focus on 'Reuse before Buy before Make.'
Provide strong inspirational, engaging leadership and coaching to direct reports and develop the next generation of leaders while nurturing a culture of agility and collaboration
Integrate with the end-to-end Make Assess Release (MAR) process of site
Be accountable for the site IT OT Services and Product Portfolio, ensuring overall production strategy and commitments are met, supported by a conductive environment for robust manufacturing execution and continuous improvement
In partnership with business stakeholders, play a key role in identifying business opportunities and co-creating technology-enabled strategies in alignment with overall Manufacturing Site and Network level Themes & Epics. Facilitate continuous improvement of prioritized initiatives and operational processes, ensuring mobilization of needed resources and skills to advance the IT OT system life-cycle, including integration, deployment, and upgrades
Accountable for cross-functional teams in an agile set-up, taking the role of advising, educating, and challenging the status quo with a customer oriented E2E mindset
Catalyze organizational growth, negotiate and influence through being a coach, change agent, trainer, mentor and sounding board for team members
Preferred
Change Management experience in creating a long-term vision for an organization in alignment with business strategy and priorities
Entrepreneurial mindset with focus on continuous improvement, end-to-end thinker and problem solver, applying lean and agile methods
Excellent communication skills at both a global and local level to technical and non-technical audiences
Benefits
A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance.
Company
Genentech
Genentech is a biotechnology research company that specializes in genetic testing and personalized medicines.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2009-03-26Acquired
1999-07-20IPO
1976-01-01Series Unknown
Leadership Team
Ashley Magargee
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Laird
Vice President, Global MSAT Drug Substance Biologics Technology and Commercial Products Support
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