Head of Digital Systems (all genders) J.POD Toulouse

TN France; Toulouse; Sur place; EUR 80 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

An established industry player is seeking a Head of Digital Systems to lead a transformative digital journey at their Toulouse facility. This pivotal role involves building a high-performing team and establishing a digital-first culture to enhance biopharmaceutical development and manufacturing. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in GMP environments, strong leadership skills, and a passion for innovation. Join a forward-thinking company that values diversity and is committed to operational excellence, where your contributions will shape the future of biologics manufacturing.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in Digital leadership roles within GMP manufacturing.
• Experience leading large-scale Digital system startups.

Responsabilités

• Lead installation and management of Digital systems for development and operations.
• Build and lead a high-performing Digital workforce.

Connaissances

Digital Leadership

GMP Manufacturing

Project Management

Strategic Thinking

Communication Skills

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences

Description du poste

Head of Digital Systems (all genders) J.POD Toulouse, Toulouse

Client:

Just Evotec Biologics EU

Location:

Toulouse, France

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

528f960f9c80

Job Views:

5

Posted:

29.04.2025

Expiry Date:

13.06.2025

Job Description:

Head of Digital Systems (all genders)

PERMANENT CONTRACT

Toulouse, France

Just-Evotec Biologics is seeking a Digital leader to build the Digital team, culture, and systems required to establish J.POD Toulouse as a world-class digitally-enabled platform for biopharmaceutical development and manufacturing, utilizing proprietary processes and continuous manufacturing techniques.

This role requires a collaborative leader skilled in building and leading cross-functional teams of staff and contractors to install, configure, deploy, validate, and manage Digital systems supporting product development, GMP manufacturing, and business operations. The candidate should be customer-oriented, collaborating with stakeholders to understand needs, deliver initial operational capabilities, and advance digital maturity through process optimization, automation, and insights. The ideal candidate is strategic, a strong communicator, experienced in GMP digital operations, and a leader in operational excellence.

Responsibilities

The Head of Digital Systems will:

• Lead installation, configuration, deployment, validation, and lifecycle management of Digital systems supporting development, manufacturing, and operations at J.POD Toulouse.
• Report to the VP for Digitization and be part of the Digital Governance Team, with operational reporting to the Site Head/VP for Manufacturing and the Site Leadership Team.
• Build and lead a high-performing Digital workforce, including staff, contractors, and service providers, with some roles reporting to other departments with dotted-line reporting to Digital Systems.
• Establish and lead the Digital Governance Team, developing a charter and defining roles for system governance.
• Contribute to the Digital Capability Roadmap, focusing initially on requirements and operational capabilities, with future planning for enhancements over three years.
• Promote a digital-first culture emphasizing customer focus, innovation, data-driven decisions, collaboration, agility, and flexibility.
• Deliver digital services to meet mission requirements, develop team goals, and apply operational excellence for continuous improvement.
• Manage budgets for Digital systems, staff, and services.
• Oversee all phases of Digital system acquisition, implementation, validation, and lifecycle management.
• Maintain real-time inventory and documentation of Digital systems, ensuring compliance with policies and regulations.
• Implement controls for validation, cybersecurity, incident response, and business continuity.
• Identify and manage risks associated with Digital systems and projects.
• Build stakeholder relationships to support operational success.
• Stay informed on emerging digital trends and assess their relevance.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Engineering, or Life Sciences.
• 10+ years in Digital leadership roles within GMP manufacturing facilities.
• Experience leading large-scale Digital system startups or transformations.
• Strong business acumen and strategic thinking skills.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to influence and drive organizational change.
• Strong project management and team leadership experience.
• Knowledge of biologics manufacturing and supply chain operations.
• Familiarity with emerging digital trends and technologies.

About Just – Evotec Biologics

Just – Evotec Biologics, owned by Evotec SE, is a platform company specializing in biologics design, engineering, development, and manufacturing. With extensive expertise in protein sciences and manufacturing, the company aims to overcome scientific and technical barriers to access life-changing protein therapeutics, from molecule design to manufacturing plant design. The company is expanding its platform with new facilities in Seattle and Toulouse.

For more information and job opportunities, visit our website. Evotec promotes diversity and considers all applications equally, including those from people with disabilities. Please note, if you are not a passport holder of the country for the vacancy, you may need a work permit. All applications should be submitted via the 'Apply now' button.