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# Sr IT Manager

- **Company:** Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.
- **Location:** Newton Mearns, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Software Applications, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Data Integrity, Disaster Recovery, IT Management, System Availability, Information Technology, Data Analytics, GXP
- **Published:** August 2, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.apply4u.co.uk/jobs/x/42658084/

## About the Role

controls.Drive digital adoption for our IT teams and businesses partners supporting our AI and automation strategies.Drive operational excellence through incident management, problem resolution, capacity planning, disaster recovery, and continuous improvement initiatives.Support site expansions, technology upgrades, system validations, and integration activities across EMEA.Manage third-party vendors and service providers supporting site IT operations.Serve as a key escalation point for critical manufacturing-impacting incidents.Enable digital transformation initiatives that improve manufacturing efficiency, visibility, and data-driven decision making.REQUIREMENTS:Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.Proven experience in IT management roles, preferably in a large-scale, global organization.Strong leadership skills with a track record of successfully managing and developing high-performing teams.Extensive knowledge of IT applications,
infrastructure, systems, and operations, including Manufacturing systems, automation.Experience in strategic planning, aligning IT initiatives with business objectives, and driving digital transformation.Excellent project management skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously.Strong understanding of IT governance, risk management, and compliance frameworks.Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.Demonstrated experience managing regional or multi-site IT operations.Proven ability to lead teams within a matrixed, global organization.Willingness to travel up to 25% across EMEA sites as required.

## Description

with operational priorities. Drive initiatives that enhance manufacturing performance, operational resilience, and digital plant transformation.Key responsibilities include:Partnering with our IT Shared services teams, Provide end-to-end IT support for EMEA manufacturing and operations sites, ensuring high availability of critical systems.Oversee IT infrastructure and operational technology (OT) integration, including networks, end-user computing, shop floor systems, manufacturing execution systems (MES), laboratory systems, and site-based applications.Ensure compliance with regulatory and quality standards (e.g., GMP, GxP, data integrity, cybersecurity requirements) across all supported sites.Lead and coordinate site IT teams and regional resources, fostering a strong service culture aligned with business needs.Partner with global IT to deploy enterprise systems and digital manufacturing initiatives, including automation, data analytics, cloud-enabled platforms, and cybersecurity


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