Siemens Opcenter Pharma – Site Lead

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Responsibilities

• Leadership & Management: Lead and manage the implementation of Siemens Opcenter Pharma solutions at the site level.
• Project Oversight: Oversee project timelines, budgets, and deliverables to ensure successful project completion.
• Team Coordination: Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including MES engineers, IT specialists, and business stakeholders.
• Requirement Gathering: Work closely with business SMEs and key users to gather and assess requirements.
• System Design & Configuration: Design, configure, and test the Siemens Opcenter Pharma system to meet site-specific needs.
• Documentation: Create and manage documentation such as User Requirement Specifications (URS), Functional Requirement Specifications (FRS), Design Specifications, and Test Scripts.
• Validation & Compliance: Develop and execute validation plans to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Process Optimization: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance system efficiency and effectiveness.
• Training & Support: Provide training and support to end-users and ensure smooth system adoption.

Requirements

• Experience: 12+ years of experience in Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and related technologies.
• Pharmaceutical Knowledge: Strong understanding of the pharmaceutical manufacturing process and regulatory requirements.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Siemens Opcenter and Simatic IT eBR solutions.
• Documentation Skills: Ability to create and manage comprehensive documentation.
• Leadership Skills: Proven experience in leading teams and managing project tasks.
• Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills to interact with business SMEs and key users.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address complex technical challenges.

Nice-to-Haves

• Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with validation processes and regulatory requirements in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Global Process Interfaces: Experience in designing and validating Global Process Interfaces (PIs) across multiple sites.

What we offer:

Cognizant (Nasdaq-100: CTSH) is one of the world’s leading professional services companies, transforming clients’ business, operating and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant is ranked 185 on the Fortune 500 and is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com or follow us @Cognizant.

Diversity and Inclusion at Cognizant:

Standardized description of D&I at Cognizant: At Cognizant, we believe diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our ability to execute successfully and consistently over the long term. We recognize that our people are our most important asset. We strive to create an environment where all associates feel comfortable to be themselves, feel accepted and can therefore thrive both personally and professionally. We continue to drive D&I throughout our organization to unlock the insights, imagination and innovation of our associates, as well as reflect the diversity of our clients and communities. We are a Dutch and European Top Employer and continually drive employment recognition and engagement through employee friendly policies and affinity groups such as “Women Empowered”, “Embrace LGBTQ+” and “Race Equality Network”. For more information, see https://careers.cognizant.com/global/en/diversity-and-inclusion.

Recruiter Contact details

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The Cognizant community:

We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

• Cognizant is a global community with more than 300,000 associates around the world.
• We don’t just dream of a better way – we make it happen.
• We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what’s right.
• We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that’s right for you.

About us:

Cognizant is one of the world’s leading professional services companies, transforming clients’ business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World’s Best Employers 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion:

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity, champions equity and values inclusion. We are dedicated to nurturing a community where everyone feels heard, accepted and welcome. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state or local laws.

Disclaimer: 

Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

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