Sr. Director, IT Cell Therapy Devens Manufacturing Site

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The Sr. Director, Cell Therapy Devens Manufacturing Site IT Lead position plays a critical role in managing all corporate & locally supported infrastructure and software at the Devens, MA Cell Therapy manufacturing site. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced IT Platform and Product Manager to oversee the IT operations at our manufacturing site. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, managing IT platforms, ensuring seamless integration and functionality, and driving product development initiatives. This role requires a strong understanding of manufacturing processes, IT infrastructure, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions. The role must excel at supporting the site’s daily operations while also developing a strategic IT roadmap for the site. This role will work closely with executive leadership and other key stakeholders to support the organization's growth and success.

This role will report to the Executive Director, Business Insights & Technology - Cell Therapy Manufacturing Operations and will also be part of CTGM IT Leadership Team.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead a matrixed organization composed of both site direct reports and groups of indirect reports to deliver effective, innovative and stable solutions that meet the needs of the site. Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing IT team, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Active member of the Cell Therapy Site Leadership Team (SLT). Collaborate with site leadership to develop, support, and align strategies for business process improvements through information systems automation.
• Function as the liaison and the single point of contact between site leadership and corporate IT.
• IT Platform Management:
  • Oversee the development, implementation, and maintenance of IT platforms to support manufacturing operations.
  • Ensure the integration and compatibility of various IT systems and platforms.
  • Monitor and optimize platform performance, reliability, and security.
• Product Management:
  • Lead the product development lifecycle, from concept to launch, for IT solutions supporting manufacturing operations.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to define product requirements, prioritize features, and create product roadmaps.
  • Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify opportunities for innovation and improvement.
• Project Management:
  • Plan, execute, and manage IT projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
  • Identify and mitigate project risks and resolve issues as they arise.
  • Track project progress and report on key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Develop and implement comprehensive IT strategies that support the organization's business objectives and growth plans. Ensure the IT applications can support the current and the expected future patient capacity.
• Oversee the development and management of the IT budget, ensuring alignment with financial goals.
• Accountable for continuous operation, maintenance and improvement of process automation systems, MES, LIMS, application integrations, local manufacturing, quality control and quality management site IT systems as well as associated site infrastructure.
• Lead Cell Therapy 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.
• Provide IT leadership to site regulatory inspection readiness and data integrity initiatives.
• Participate in high-level strategic communicati