IT Enterprise Architect, Manufacturing & Operations (a), 80-100%

Bachem Holding AG; Schweiz; Vor Ort; EUR 151.383 - 205.448; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Flexible hours

Home office days

Pension fund support 60%

On-site daycare center

Zusammenfassung

Bachem Holding AG invites a highly qualified IT Enterprise Architect to shape the Manufacturing and Operations architecture and drive digital transformation across global sites. The role focuses on aligning IT strategy with GMP/Regulatory requirements while guiding integration across OT, MES, ERP, and data platforms.

Ideal candidates bring 10+ years in IT architecture, pharma domain experience, strong SAP S/4HANA knowledge, and proven leadership in large-scale enterprise integration initiatives.

Qualifikationen

• 10+ years of progressive IT architecture experience, including 5+ years in a Senior/Principal Enterprise Architect role.
• Pharma or life sciences industry experience with strong knowledge of GxP, CSV/CSA, and regulatory requirements.
• Deep understanding of pharmaceutical manufacturing environments, including greenfield and brownfield facilities.
• Strong enterprise application architecture expertise, ideally with SAP S/4HANA.
• Proven track record in designing and governing large-scale enterprise integration architectures and API ecosystems.
• Experience defining and implementing enterprise data strategies, including data platforms, MDM, analytics, and data lake architecture.
• Knowledge of Enterprise Architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF); certification is an advantage.
• Hands-on experience with MES, SCADA, DCS, eBR, LIMS or related platforms.
• Good understanding of Industry 4.0, OT/IT convergence, industrial cybersecurity, IoT, and advanced manufacturing concepts.

Aufgaben

• Define and drive the Manufacturing Enterprise Architecture roadmap aligned with business strategy and GxP/regulatory requirements.
• Establish and govern architecture principles, standards, and technology roadmaps across global manufacturing programs.
• Lead the technology architecture for new manufacturing facilities and modernization of existing sites.
• Design and oversee the integration architecture between OT, manufacturing systems, and enterprise platforms.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, 21 CFR Part 11, Annex 11, and other applicable pharmaceutical regulations.
• Shape enterprise integration, API, middleware, and data platform strategies, including MDM and advanced analytics capabilities.
• Enable real-time data exchange between manufacturing operations and business systems through Industry 4.0 technologies.
• Drive digital manufacturing initiatives, including MES, digital twins, predictive maintenance, batch analytics, and eBR solutions.
• Partner with senior business, engineering, quality, and regulatory stakeholders to align architecture decisions with business objectives.
• Mentor architects, support strategic technology selections, and lead architectural governance, vendor evaluations, and due diligence activities.

Kenntnisse

IT architecture

GxP knowledge

Enterprise architecture

Industry 4.0

Regulatory compliance

SAP S/4HANA

MES/SCADA/DCS

Data strategy

Ausbildung

Graduate degree in IT/Engineering

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

MES

SCADA

DCS

eBR/LIMS

Jobbeschreibung

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IT Enterprise Architect, Manufacturing & Operations (a), 80-100%

Bachem is a leading, innovation-driven company specializing in the development and manufacture of peptides and oligonucleotides. With over 50 years of experience and expertise Bachem provides products for research, clinical development and commercial application to pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies worldwide and offers a comprehensive range of services. Bachem operates internationally with headquarters in Switzerland and locations in Europe, the US and Asia. The company is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange. For further information, see www.bachem.com .

To drive our continuous organic growth, we are constantly looking for highly qualified professionals. To strengthen our team in Global IT, we are looking for a dedicated IT Enterprise Architect (a), 80-100%

• Define and drive the Manufacturing Enterprise Architecture roadmap aligned with business strategy and GxP/regulatory requirements.
• Establish and govern architecture principles, standards, and technology roadmaps across global manufacturing programs
• Lead the technology architecture for new manufacturing facilities and the modernization of existing sites
• Design and oversee the integration architecture between OT, manufacturing systems, and enterprise platforms
• Ensure compliance with GMP, 21 CFR Part 11, Annex 11, and other applicable pharmaceutical regulations
• Shape enterprise integration, API, middleware, and data platform strategies, including MDM and advanced analytics capabilities
• Enable real-time data exchange between manufacturing operations and business systems through Industry 4.0 technologies
• Drive digital manufacturing initiatives, including MES, digital twins, predictive maintenance, batch analytics, and eBR solutions
• Partner with senior business, engineering, quality, and regulatory stakeholders to align architecture decisions with business objectives
• Mentor architects, support strategic technology selections, and lead architectural governance, vendor evaluations, and due diligence activities

Your profile:

• 10+ years of progressive IT architecture experience, including 5+ years in a Senior/Principal Enterprise Architect role
• Proven experience in the pharmaceutical or life sciences industry with strong knowledge of GxP, CSV/CSA, and regulatory requirements
• Deep understanding of pharmaceutical manufacturing environments, including greenfield and/or major brownfield facility projects
• Strong enterprise application architecture expertise, ideally with SAP S/4HANA
• Proven track record in designing and governing large-scale enterprise integration architectures and API ecosystems
• Experience defining and implementing enterprise data strategies, including data platforms, MDM, analytics, and data lake architecture
• Solid knowledge of Enterprise Architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF); certification is an advantage
• Hands-on experience with digital manufacturing technologies such as MES, SCADA, DCS, eBR, LIMS, or related platforms
• Good understanding of Industry 4.0, OT/IT convergence, industrial cybersecurity, IoT, and advanced manufacturing concepts

Our offer:

• A dynamic and rapidly growing work environment with internal development and training opportunities
• Flexible working hours with home office days and an option for obtaining additional vacation days through workload reduction
• Company‑run daycare center on the Bachem Campus in Bubendorf
• 60% coverage of pension fund contributions by Bachem AG as well as option for extra-mandatory pension provision with our Pension Plan Plus
• Access to benefits platforms with discounts from external partners
• Fresh, healthy and varied food in our staff restaurant
• A wide range of free sports activities on the Bachem Campus

Would you like to drive innovation together with us?

Learn more about the Bachem Group and get inspired by our exciting work environment at our location in Bubendorf!

At Bachem, you’ll find a diverse, multicultural team. The (a)in the job title stands for all. We welcome applications from all candidates. What matters are your skills and motivation—regardless of age, gender, background, religion, or sexual orientation.

Please note: unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be considered.