Data as a Product Lead

pToday, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across five continents. While we work in science, there's no magic formula to how we do it. Our greatest scientific solution is talented people working together, devising ideas that help businesses to help people. In exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world. And that's the kind of work we want to be part of. We are looking for Senior Director, Data-as-a-Product Lead to join us! Data-as-a-Product Lead is accountable for the successful establishing delivery of the strategy, governance, and has end-to-end responsibility during execution of this multi-year transformation, leading the different workstreams required to establish scalable data products, customer-facing data services, and the foundations for future growth and differentiation. This role sits at the intersection of business strategy, emerging technology, and operational transformation and owns the program vision, business case, scope, cost, schedule, value realization and overall program outcomes, ensuring alignment with the One Lonza Advanced Industry Program and digital business platform objectives. The role provides overall leadership to the integrated Data-as-a-Product program and ensures effective coordination across all Lonza Business platforms, Engineering, Global IT/OT, Quality, Supply Chain and external delivery partners. Working closely with the Project Sponsor, Steering Committee and Program Leadership Team, the Data-as-a-Product Lead ensures that Lonza implements a future proof technology architecture, operating model and commercial model that supports scalable Data Products (e.g. ODH, Customer portal, etc)that deliver measurable business value. The aim is to establish the operational capabilities, reusable data products, scalable operating models and a deployment blueprint that is supporting future network-wide adoption. As a core member of the Advanced Industry Leadership Team, this role is critical to establishing Data-as-a-Product as a strategic capability that strengthens operational performance and customer relationships, differentiates Lonza in the market, and creates new opportunities for value creation. /ph3Key responsabilities: /h3ulliLeadership of the Integrated Program Organization /liliLead the overall Data-as-a-Product transformation program and drive the translation and execution of the strategic objectives and roadmap towards Lonza's long-term vision into actionable programs, priorities, and milestones /liliOrchestrate and align the Data as a Product cross-functional workstreams spanning business platforms, global functions, IT, and external partners /liliAccountable for end-to-end program execution and delivery of technology foundation as well as operating model /liliEnsure alignment with Advanced Industry and business-platform objectives /liliEnsure continuous alignment with the overall IT Strategy and Target Architecture /liliClarify roles, responsibilities, ownership and decision-making authority throughout the program /liliEnsure Business, Technology Architecture, GE Delivery, IT/OT Delivery, Quality and Project Management activities remain aligned /liliDrive timely decision-making and resolution of cross-functional and cross-platform issues /liliWork closely with all stakeholders to monitor external trends and translate emerging opportunities into strategic recommendations and roadmap priorities /liliAct as primary program representative towards Sponsors, Steering Committee and Executive stakeholders. /liliScope, Cost Schedule Accountability /liliMaintain overall accountability for program scope, budget, schedule and delivery outcomes /liliEnsure workstream priorities, resources and plans remain aligned with program objectives. /liliValue Realization Strategic Outcomes /liliGovern value hypotheses, benefit realization activities and success measures. /liliEnsure that Lighthouse architecture and Manufacturing Information Model are delivered to support future Lonza wide network adoption /liliEnsure Data Products deliver measurable business value through operational capabilities, support of current and future internal data services, protection of Lonza IP and confidential data as well as high value external data monetization opportunities /liliDrive the identification, prioritization, and development of commercial data offerings across manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and commercial domains /liliMaintain alignment between program investments, business priorities and expected value delivery /liliGovernance, Risk Stakeholder Management /liliBuild stakeholder commitment, secure resources, and drive adoption of the Data-as-a-Product vision across the organization /liliEstablish and maintain effective program governance and stakeholder engagement /liliEstablish and chair the Data-as-a-Product Team and maintain communication with the Steering Committee /liliEnsure program risks, issues and dependencies are appropriately managed and escalated /liliBuild alignment across business platforms, functions, sites and partner organizations /li /ulh3Key requirements: /h3ulliBachelor or Master in Data, Science IT, Engineering, Life Sciences, Business Administration, Operations Management or a related discipline /liliHighly Experienced in Manufacturing Business Transformation /liliHighly Experienced in Large-Scale Program Leadership /liliAbility to define and communicate a compelling vision, align diverse stakeholder groups and lead complex cross-functional transformation initiatives from concept through value realization. /liliStrong understanding of manufacturing operations, process performance, operational excellence and the practical realities of operating GMP- regulated manufacturing environments /liliAbility to connect business objectives, operational challenges, data, technology and digital capabilities into a coherent transformation roadmap and measurable business outcomes /liliAbility to understand complex interdependencies across business processes, manufacturing systems, data flows, operating models and organizational structures, and translate them into pragmatic solutions /liliDemonstrated ability to break down organizational silos, build consensus across functions and establish shared ownership across business, quality, engineering, IT, OT and operations teams /liliAbility to simplify complex technical and business topics, communicate effectively with both executives and subject matter experts and drive decision- making across multiple organizational levels /liliExperience establishing effective governance models, managing program risks, resolving conflicts and balancing competing priorities while maintaining alignment to strategic objectives /liliAbility to translate investments into measurable operational outcomes, define success criteria, manage trade-offs and ensure delivery remains focused on business value /li /ulpEvery day, Lonza's products and services have a positive impact on millions of people. For us, this is not only a great privilege, but also a great responsibility. How we achieve our business results is just as important as the achievements themselves. At Lonza, we respect and protect our people and our environment. Any success we achieve is no success at all if not achieved ethically. People come to Lonza for the challenge and creativity of solving complex problems and developing new ideas in life sciences. In return, we offer the satisfaction that comes with improving lives all around the world. The satisfaction that comes with making a meaningful difference. Every day, our teams across the world work together to turn scientific breakthroughs into life-changing medicines that reach up to 100 million patients a year. Lonza is a place where people can make a unique impact, grow their careers and belong. You will feel at home at Lonza if you: Take ownership, step forward, and enjoy meaningful responsibility Love solving problems and thrive in a complex, fast-moving environment Are curious, always looking to learn and improve Work collaboratively, contributing to something bigger than yourself Are motivated to make a difference through work that impacts customers and their patients /ppWhy Lonza: We are a place of unique opportunity, where your ideas, expertise and ambition can make a real difference. Here, you will have the freedom to grow, the support to succeed and the chance to contribute to work that matters. We are the makers of the medicines of tomorrow. Join us. Be you. /p #J-18808-Ljbffr