Pharma Digital Transformation Lead (DCS/SCADA)

Yokogawa; Al Khobar; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Yokogawa seeks a seasoned professional to lead pharma automation projects across the Middle East with a focus on Saudi Arabia. You will bridge customers, integrators, and internal teams to deliver DCS/SCADA/PLC/LIMS/QMS solutions, leveraging a strong pharma network, and delivering tailored, compliant automation strategies.

Experience in Level 2/3 pharma systems, regulatory understanding (cGMP preferred), and English language fluency are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12-15 years Sales & Engineering experience is preferable.
• Proven track record in Level 2 or Level 3 system projects for pharma environments.
• Supervisory experience with DCS, SCADA, PLC, LIMS, QMS implementations and validation, handling timeline.
• Understanding of Products and Processes: Deep understanding of pharmaceutical manufacturing processes.
• Market Analysis Skills: Ability to analyze competition and conduct market research.
• Technical Communication: Ability to clearly communicate technical information.
• Interest in Emerging Technologies: Staying updated with trends in pharma market.
• Customer-Centric Approach: Solve problems with customer focus.
• Identification of Common Industry Issues and Proposals of Alternatives: Identify issues and propose solutions.

Responsibilities

• Act as a strategic advisor and technical lead for pharma-related projects across Middle East Countries with focus on KSA markets.
• Bridge communication between customers, integrators, and internal teams for efficient execution of automation and digital system projects (DCS, SCADA, PLC, LIMS, QMS).
• Maintain and leverage a strong network of pharma industry contacts in Brazil, acting as a liaison with key stakeholders and decision-makers.
• Market Understanding and Tailored Solutions: Gain in-depth knowledge of pharmaceutical trends and provide tailored solutions for Yokogawa's products and services.
• Customer Requirement Analysis and Solution Proposals: Identify and analyze customer needs within the pharmaceutical sector and propose effective technical solutions.
• Effective Promotion and Sales: Promote Yokogawa's offerings effectively within the pharmaceutical industry, supporting pre-sales and post-sales activities.
• Technical Consulting and Support: Provide technical consultation to address industry-specific challenges and deliver optimal solutions.
• Relationship Management and Reporting: Maintain customer relationships and report activities to senior management.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Customer-centric

Teamwork

Business English

Job description

Yokogawa seeks a seasoned professional to lead pharma automation projects across the Middle East with a focus on Saudi Arabia. You will bridge customers, integrators, and internal teams to deliver DCS/SCADA/PLC/LIMS/QMS solutions, leveraging a strong pharma network, and delivering tailored, compliant automation strategies.

Experience in Level 2/3 pharma systems, regulatory understanding (cGMP preferred), and English language fluency are essential.