Senior Director, Digital Manufacturing and Intelligent Automation

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Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology?

At Beckman Coulter Diagnostics, one of Danaher’s 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives—and we’re all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact. 

You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life.

As a global leader in clinical diagnostics, Beckman Coulter Diagnostics has challenged convention to elevate the diagnostic laboratory’s role in improving patient health for more than 90 years. Our diagnostic solutions are used in routine and complex clinical testing, and are used in hospitals, reference and research laboratories, and physician offices around the world. Every hour around the world, more than one million tests are run on Beckman Coulter Diagnostics systems, impacting 1.2 billion patients and more than three million clinicians per year. From uncovering the next clinical breakthrough, to rapid and reliable sample analysis, to more rigorous decision making—we are enabling clinicians to deliver the best possible care to their patients with improved efficiency, clinical confidence, adaptive collaboration, and accelerated intelligence.

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We are currently seeking a Sr. Director, Digital Manufacturing and Intelligent Automation who will be responsible for driving and overseeing the digital transformation initiatives for our operations organization. As the Digital Transformation Leader, you will be responsible for developing and executing strategies to leverage digital technologies, enhance operational efficiency, and drive business growth. This role requires strong leadership skills, deep understanding of digital technologies, and the ability to collaborate across various functions and teams. This position reports to the VP of Engineering and is part of the Global Engineering team.

In this role, you will be responsible for:

· Be at the forefront of identifying and evaluating emerging digital trends and technologies. Your expertise in digital technologies, such as cloud computing, data analytics, artificial intelligence, and Internet of Things (IoT), will allow you to assess their potential impact on the organization's operations.

· Strong focus on establishing and progressing our Smart Manufacturing Global Strategy, which will include developing our Capability Center.  

You will play a critical role in leading cross-functional teams throughout the implementation of digital solutions, ensuring that they are aligned with business requirements and objectives. Your strong leadership and communication skills will be essential as you collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify opportunities for process optimization, automation, and digitization.

· Driving cultural change and organizational readiness for digital transformation will be an important aspect of this role. You will be responsible for fostering a digital-first mindset throughout the organization, encouraging teams to embrace and leverage digital technologies.

· Building and maintaining strong relationships with external partners, vendors, and industry experts will be crucial to staying updated on industry’s best practices and emerging technologies. This will enable you to bring innovative ideas and solutions to the organization, driving continuous improvement and staying ahead in the digital landscape.

· Establishing key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to measure the success and impact of digital transformation initiatives will be part of your responsibilities. You will also provide guidance and support to our operation teams to ensure the successful adoption and usage of digital tools and technologies.

· Staying updated on relevant regulatory requirements and ensuring compliance with data privacy and security regulations will be a priority in this role.

Your strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, coupled with a data-driven approach to decision-making, will be valuable as you continuously monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of digital transformation initiatives, making recommendations for improvements and adjustments as needed.

Overall, as the Digital Transformation Leader, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the organization's digital strategy and transformation initiatives. This role offers the chance to work with cutting-edge digital technologies, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and drive change and innovation in a dynamic and fast-paced environment

The essential requirements of the job include:

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business Administration, Computer Science, or a related field. A master’s degree is preferred.

· Minimum of 8 years of experience in digital transformation, digital strategy, or related roles.

· Strong understanding of digital technologies, such as cloud computing, data analytics, artificial intelligence, and Internet of Things (IoT).

· Proven track record of successfully leading and implementing digital transformation initiatives in complex organizations.

· Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence and inspire cross-functional teams.

· Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a data-driven approach to decision-making.

· Demonstrated ability to drive change and navigate through ambiguity.

Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements: if applicable for role

• Ability to travel ~ 40% travel
• Must have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• cGMP Medtech experience
• Experience in the life sciences or healthcare industry.

Beckman Coulter Diagnostics, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info.

At Beckman Coulter Diagnostics we believe in designing a better, more sustainable workforce. We recognize the benefits of flexible, remote working arrangements for eligible roles and are committed to providing enriching careers, no matter the work arrangement. This position could be eligible for a hybrid or remote work arrangement. Additional information about work arrangements will be provided by your interview team. Explore the flexibility and challenge that working for Beckman Coulter Diagnostics can provide.

The annual salary range for this role is $220k-$240k. This is the range that we in good faith believe is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future.

This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay.

We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

Join our winning team today. Together, we’ll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.

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