Innovation Manager

Job title:

Innovation Manager

Company

GlaxoSmithKline

Job description

About the roleTo lead the implementation of new technologies, digital solutions as User representative, within TRD GMP at the strategic and operational level, in direct support of the GSK Vaccines on digitalization strategies. This role includes continuous improvement of existing GMP processes and systems. ​About the responsibilities

• Local Business Lead: Organize and drive continuous improvement of systems (e.g., SAP) and services to meet TRD GMP (Technical Research & Development Good Manufacturing Practice) needs.
• SAP Expertise: Develop and disseminate SAP expertise and knowledge among stakeholders, ensuring effective utilization and understanding.
• Process Support & Deployment: Support and implement SAP-defined processes within TRD GMP and deploy comprehensive instructions (e.g., user guides, WKI, team sites) to facilitate easy access to information.
• Digital Solution Research: Act as a business representative to explore new digital solutions across the organization, ensuring alignment with other business units in Vaccines and beyond.
• Advanced Methodologies: Employ state-of-the-art methodologies, technology, and languages to deliver robust, validated, and high-quality products, collaborating with partners in Tech, Pharma, Biopharm, suppliers, and academic organizations.
• Digital Strategy Implementation: Oversee and drive the implementation of the digital strategy across TRD GMP.
• Technology Benchmarking: Benchmark the latest cutting-edge technologies and innovations to help TRD GMP discover new possibilities and gain insights.
• Strategic Evolution: Drive the evolution of the TRD GMP strategy by coordinating with Experts to identify future needs and requirements.
• Relationship Building: Establish and maintain effective working relationships with leadership team members, stakeholders, and users both within and outside the organization.
• Quality by Design (QbD): Include current requirements such as QbD and phase-appropriate quality phases in the design of digital products.
• Specialization Areas: May specialize in one or more of the following areas: change management, monitoring system tools, KPI management, training management, technical analysis and reporting, master data management, etc.
• Master Data Management: Responsible for the harmonization and management of master data across TRD GMP. Drive and influence to achieve a high level of quality for master data.
• Matrix Role: While this role has no specific budgetary responsibility unless required as a result of project management activities, it operates within a matrix structure

About you

• University Degree: Biology, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Bioengineering, Pharmacy, Computer science or other relevant disciplines.
• Extensive Professional Experience: At least 10 years of professional experience in a manufacturing environment, specifically within Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and GxP (Good Practice) settings.
• Technical Expertise: Proven technical expertise in digital solutions, with a strong ability to implement and manage digital technologies.
• Quality and Compliance Knowledge: Solid understanding of quality, compliance, and regulatory requirements within the industry.
• Cross-Functional Experience: Demonstrated experience in cross-functional roles within a similar industry, showcasing the ability to collaborate effectively across various departments.
• Change Management: Proven experience in change management, with the ability to lead and manage organizational change initiatives.
• Matrix Role Experience: Experience working in a matrix organizational structure, effectively managing responsibilities across different teams and functions.
• Process Improvement Certification: Certification in process improvement/optimization methodologies (e.g., Six Sigma, Lean) is a plus and highly desirable

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Expected salary

Location

Waver, Waals Brabant

Job date

Fri, 09 May 2025 01:45:33 GMT

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