Associate Director, AI-Driven Digital Transformation (Pharma)

Becton, Dickinson and Company; Le Pont-de-Claix; On-site; EUR 94,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

BD is seeking an Associate Director, Digital Transformation for PharmSystems in Le Pont-de-Claix, France. You will lead enterprise-wide digital initiatives spanning data, AI, analytics, automation and process redesign, partnering with senior executives to shape the future operating model.

The role demands 12+ years of leadership in digital transformation within regulated industries, with a track record delivering measurable business value and a strategic, business-facing mindset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Information Systems, Business, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 12+ years of progressive leadership experience in digital transformation, technology, data, analytics, AI, automation, or enterprise technology.
• Proven track record leading large-scale, data-driven transformation programs within complex global organizations.
• Demonstrated ability to define, fund, and execute digital transformation roadmaps that deliver measurable business outcomes.
• Strong executive presence with experience influencing senior leaders, shaping investment decisions, and driving strategic priorities.
• Significant experience within biopharma, medical devices, life sciences, healthcare, or another highly regulated industry.
• Experience deploying enterprise-wide digital products, analytics platforms, AI solutions, and automation capabilities at scale.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Digital Transformation Strategy and roadmap.
• Prioritize investments in AI, analytics, data, automation, and digital solutions based on value.
• Drive governance, resource allocation, vendor partnerships, and investment decisions.
• Identify and shape high-impact transformation opportunities with business leaders.
• Translate ideas into business cases, roadmaps, MVPs, and scalable solutions.
• Guide solution design decisions involving data integration, analytics platforms, AI, and enterprise systems.
• Ensure alignment with enterprise architecture, governance, cybersecurity, and regulatory requirements.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives from pilot to enterprise deployment and drive adoption.

Skills

Digital transformation

Leadership

AI

Analytics

Automation

Enterprise technology

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Databricks

SQL

Python

APIs

Job description

BD is seeking an Associate Director, Digital Transformation for PharmSystems in Le Pont-de-Claix, France. You will lead enterprise-wide digital initiatives spanning data, AI, analytics, automation and process redesign, partnering with senior executives to shape the future operating model.

The role demands 12+ years of leadership in digital transformation within regulated industries, with a track record delivering measurable business value and a strategic, business-facing mindset.