Site Digital & Automation Lead, Sanford

Pfizer

Actively hiring
Sanford, USA Posted 14 days ago $176,600–$294,300 / year
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TL;DR

The Site Digital & Automation Lead is a senior leadership role within Pfizer’s PGS Network & Automation organization, responsible for driving digital transformation and automation at the site level. This individual will lead a team to develop and execute strategic initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and compliance while ensuring alignment with broader network strategies. Key responsibilities include overseeing capital projects, managing expense portfolios, and implementing emerging technologies such as AI and data systems integration. The ideal candidate possesses extensive experience in IT infrastructure management, regulatory environments like pharma manufacturing, and Lean methodologies. Technical proficiency in digital and automation solutions, along with strong communication skills to influence across various teams, is essential. This role demands a visionary approach to technology strategy and the ability to manage complex projects while maintaining cybersecurity and compliance standards.

Skills

Python Java C# SQL Azure AWS Kubernetes Docker CI/CD Terraform PostgreSQL Oracle Microsoft SQL Server Lean Agile ITIL GMP Six Sigma PMI SDLC DevOps Prometheus Grafana

What you'll do

  • Develop and execute the site’s digital and automation strategy over 3–5 years.
  • Lead capital projects, manage expense portfolios, and ensure alignment with business priorities.
  • Oversee lifecycle management of critical digital and automated systems for operational efficiency.
  • Implement cybersecurity measures and compliance standards for digital infrastructure.
  • Manage contract and license administration for digital and automation systems to ensure compliance.

What we're looking for

  • 8+ years of experience in IT systems/infrastructure or process automation/control.
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, information systems, or related field.
  • 3–5 years of experience in a regulated manufacturing environment (pharma preferred).
  • Experience with Lean/Operational Excellence and project management methodologies.
  • Strong understanding of emerging technologies, AI, and digital risk management.
  • IT infrastructure management and GMP regulatory requirements experience preferred.

Market check

Salary context

This $176,600–$294,300 range sits above 91% of similar postings on FindRole.

Peer median band

$132,000–$204,100

Median floor and ceiling across peers.

Typical midpoint (25–75%)

$148,917–$195,962

Middle half of comparable postings.

Based on 239 comparable postings.

* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.

Employer

About Pfizer

Pfizer Inc. is one of the world''s largest biopharmaceutical companies, researching, developing, manufacturing, and marketing medicines and vaccines across multiple therapeutic areas including oncology, cardiology, and infectious diseases. Industry: Biopharmaceuticals

Pfizer currently has 18 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $106,000–$176,600 across 18 roles with salary data.

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