Associate Director, It/ot Projects Lead

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Boxmeer, Netherlands
Competitive salary; 3% year-end allowance + annual...
Hybrid
It/ot project portfolio management
Gmp compliance and validation
Automation systems architecture (dcs, scada, plc)
The Associate Director, IT/OT Projects Lead position at Merck's Boxmeer facility involves leading complex digital and automation projects within a regulated biotechnology manufacturing environment. The role demands strong technical, financial, and leadership skills to ensure successful project delivery across various initiatives

Job Summary

  • The role provides end-to-end technical, financial, and people leadership for a complex portfolio of digital and automation initiatives within a GMP-regulated biotechnology environment.
  • Candidates must integrate facility, engineering, IT, and corporate architecture requirements while ensuring adherence to cybersecurity standards and enterprise blueprints.
  • The position offers a competitive total rewards package including a year-end allowance, annual bonus, 35.5 days of paid leave, and extensive career development opportunities.

Matching Summary

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The Associate Director, IT/OT Projects Lead position at Merck's Boxmeer facility involves leading complex digital and automation projects within a regulated biotechnology manufacturing environment. The role demands strong technical, financial, and leadership skills to ensure successful project delivery across various initiatives.

Salary

Competitive salary; 3% year-end allowance and annual bonus; Benefits include 35.5 days paid leave, pension, and wellness support

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • IT/OT project portfolio management
  • GMP compliance and validation
  • Automation systems architecture (DCS, SCADA, PLC)
  • MES, BAS, and Plant Information Systems
  • Cybersecurity by design integration
  • Stakeholder and supplier management
  • Greenfield and expansion project delivery

Nice-to-have

  • Strategic translation of business objectives
  • Cross-functional matrix team leadership
  • Emerging technology adoption
  • Executive-level communication skills
  • Agile or hybrid project methodologies

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Industrial Automation or related field
  • Minimum 8 years experience in biotech/pharma manufacturing projects
  • Formal project management certification (PMP, PRINCE2) or equivalent
  • Hands-on experience with Siemens, Rockwell, DCS, SCADA, PLC, MES

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