Novartis Group Companies

Novartis Group Companies

Sr. Manager, Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)

Durham · Senior

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About the role

  • Band Level 4 Job Description Summary Unlock the future of pharmaceutical manufacturing as a leader at the forefront of digital operations and manufacturing excellence.
  • As Senior Manager, Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), you will play a critical role in enabling safe, compliant, and efficient production that helps bring innovative therapies to patients around the world.
  • Novartis may change the published salary range based on company and market factors.

Responsibilities

  • Lead strategy, governance, and operational oversight for MES across the site.
  • Oversee MES lifecycle management, including support, enhancements, upgrades, and system compliance.
  • Partner across Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, and IT to resolve complex system challenges.
  • Drive continuous improvement using performance metrics, operational trends, and KPIs.
  • Support 24/7 manufacturing operations through effective MES troubleshooting and issue resolution.
  • Lead cross-functional projects, balancing resources and priorities to deliver business-critical initiatives.
  • Maintain audit-ready systems, documentation, procedures, and compliance practices.
  • Develop high-performing teams through coaching, talent development, and a culture of accountability.
  • Demonstrated success leading and developing technical or manufacturing-focused teams.
  • Proven ability to lead complex cross-functional projects within a matrix organization.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences, Engineering, Information Systems, Automation, or a related technical field.
  • Minimum eight years of experience in manufacturing systems, MES, automation, or regulated manufacturing environments.
  • Experience within the pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical industry.
  • Strong knowledge of GMP, FDA regulations, electronic manufacturing systems, and data integrity principles.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence diverse stakeholders.
  • Experience with MES roadmaps, manufacturing data analytics, KPIs, and digital manufacturing transformation initiatives.
  • Experience supporting validation, change control, CAPAs, audit readiness, and regulatory inspections for GMP computerized systems.

Compensation

  • The salary for this position is expected to range between $108,500 and 201,500 annually
  • The final salary offered is determined based on factors like, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience, and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically.
  • Novartis may change the published salary range based on company and market factors.
  • Your compensation will include a performance-based cash incentive and, depending on the level of the role, eligibility to be considered for annual equity awards.
  • $108,500.00 - $201,500.00

Benefits

  • Novartis Compensation and Benefit Summary:
  • US-based eligible employees will receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life and disability benefits, a 401(k) with company contribution and match, and a variety of other benefits.
  • In addition, employees are eligible for a generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves.

Equal opportunity

  • The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers.
  • The Novartis Group of Companies are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities.
  • EEO Statement:
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