IT Director for Operations ( Supply, Manufacturing, Engineering)

Galderma is the emerging pure-play dermatology category leader, present in approximately 90 countries. We deliver an innovative, science-based portfolio of premium flagship brands and services that span the full spectrum of the fast-growing dermatology market through Injectable Aesthetics, Dermatological Skincare and Therapeutic Dermatology. Since our foundation in 1981, we have dedicated our focus and passion to the human body's largest organ - the skin - meeting individual consumer and patient needs with superior outcomes in partnership with healthcare professionals. Because we understand that the skin, we are in shapes our lives, we are advancing dermatology for every skin story.

We look for people who focus on getting results, embrace learning and bring a positive energy. They must combine initiative with a sense of teamwork and collaboration. Above all, they must be passionate about doing something meaningful for consumers, patients, and the healthcare professionals we serve every day. We aim to empower each employee and promote their personal growth while ensuring business needs are met now and into the future. Across our company, we embrace diversity and respect the dignity, privacy, and personal rights of every employee.

At Galderma, we actively give our teams reasons to believe in our bold ambition to become the leading dermatology company in the world. With us, you have the ultimate opportunity to gain new and challenging work experiences and create an unparalleled, direct impact.

Further supporting our growth and innovation momentum, we are establishing a new Global Capability Center in Barcelona to deploy new capabilities to effectively support its global commercial and functional teams. Located in the upscale Eixample District in the heart of Barcelona, Galderma’s Global Capability Center offers numerous possibilities for professional development such as exposure to global and cross-functional projects and access to global career opportunities.

Job Title: Director of IT Operations (Supply, Manufacturing, Engineering)

Location: Barcelona

Job Description

The Director of IT for Operations (Manufacturing, Engineering, Logistics and Distribution) will be responsible for overseeing and managing the company's IT landscape across all manufacturing sites and Global Distribution network. This leadership role involves ensuring the reliability, security, and efficiency of IT systems to support business goals and compliance with regulatory standards. This position requires strong technical expertise, strategic vision, and leadership skills to drive operational excellence and enable business growth. This role needs to have a knowledge and experience in managing application landscape supporting supply chain, engineering, and manufacturing processes.

Key Responsibilities

1. IT Operations Management:

• Oversee the day-to-day IT operations, including network infrastructure, servers, databases, and enterprise applications.

• Ensure high availability, reliability, and performance of IT systems across all manufacturing sites and global applications supporting manufacturing, engineering, supply business processes.

• Translate demand for manufacturing, engineering and supply processes into application and infrastructure roadmap.

• Develop and implement IT operational policies, procedures, and best practices.

2. Strategic Planning :

• Collaborate with senior IT and business leadership to develop and execute the IT strategy aligned with business goals.

• Identify emerging technology trends and assess their potential impact on the company's operations.

• Lead initiatives to optimize and modernize IT application landscape.

• Plan transformation roadmap of IT landscape, following modern and best practices to support business growth.

3. Team Leadership and Development :

• Manage and mentor a team of IT professionals, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.

• Manage IT teams (internals and externals) fostering the culture of business enablement to grow.

• Develop and maintain necessary skills to execute and deliver the expected IT services to support Supply, manufacturing and engineering processes.

4. Security and Compliance :

• Ensure IT for Operations comply with industry regulations and standards, including data security and privacy requirements.

• Implement robust cybersecurity measures to protect the company's digital assets.

• Conduct regular audits and risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential vulnerabilities.

5. Vendor Management :

• Oversee relationships with external vendors and service providers to ensure quality and cost-effective IT solutions.

• Negotiate contracts and manage vendor performance for AMS and project execution.

6. Budget Management :

• Develop and manage the IT for Operations (Supply, Manufacturing, Engineering) budget, ensuring cost efficiency and resource optimization.

• Monitor and report on IT expenditures and identify opportunities for cost savings.

7. Project Management :

• Lead and coordinate IT projects for Operations function (Supply, Manufacturing, Engineering), ensuring timely delivery within scope and budget.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement new systems and technologies.

Skills & Qualifications

• Strong experience in IT management, with at least 10 years in a senior role overseeing supply chain and factory IT systems.
  
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in ERP, MES, WMS, OT Integration, and other relevant IT systems. Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles. Strong knowledge of IT enterprise applications supporting manufacturing and engineering processes
  
• Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead and manage a team, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, experience in collaborating closely with business leadership team.
  
• Proven track record to support digital transformation of supply and manufacturing processes.
  
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  
• Project Management: Experience with project management methodologies and tools, as well as project portfolio and programs management
  
• Experience in a regulated industrial environment. Experience in the pharmaceutical industry is an asset.
  

What we offer in return

• You will be working for an organization that embraces diversity & inclusion and believe we will deliver better outcomes by reflecting the perspectives of our diverse customer base.
  
• You will receive a competitive compensation package with bonus structure and extended benefit package.
  
• You will be able to work in a hybrid work culture.
  
• You will participate in feedback Loops, during which a personalized career path will be established.
  
• You will be joining a growing company that believes in ownership from day one where everyone is empowered to grow and to take on accountability
  

What we offer in return

• You will be working for an organization that embraces diversity & inclusion and believe we will deliver better outcomes by reflecting the perspectives of our diverse customer base.
  
• You will receive a competitive compensation package with bonus structure and extended benefit package
  
• You will be able to work in a hybrid work culture
  
• You will participate in feedback Loops, during which a personalized career path will be established
  
• You will be joining a growing company that believes in ownership from day one where everyone is empowered to grow and to take on accountability
  

Process steps

• Send your CV in English
  
• If your profile is a match, we will invite you for a first virtual conversation with Talent Acquisition
  
• The next step is a virtual conversation with the hiring manager
  
• The final step is a panel conversation with the extended team
  

Our people make a difference

At Galderma, you’ll work with people who are like you. And people that are different. We value what every member of our team brings. Professionalism, collaboration, and a friendly, supportive ethos is the perfect environment for people to thrive and excel in what they do.