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# Mes Configuration Expert Opcenter Execution Pharma

- **Company:** Sanofi
- **Location:** Madrid, Spain
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** .NET Framework, Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Cyber Security, Serialization, Software Design Documents, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), JSON, Laboratory Information Management Systems, Release Management, Power BI, Mendix, Software Engineering, Scripting, Microsoft Power Automate, GitHub Copilot, Build Management, Information Technology, Low-code, Data Management, Tools for Reporting, GXP
- **Published:** September 19, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.buscojobs.com.es/mes-configuration-expert-opcenter-execution-pharma-en-madrid-ID-370486736

## About the Role

5+ years of work experience in Digital for Manufacturing domain, ideally with experience in MES, specifically Siemens Opcenter Execution Pharma
Demonstrated experience in multicultural/multilanguage environments and matrixed organizations
Broad knowledge of manufacturing processes in industrial plants
Strong MES experience: market standards knowledge (solutions, technologies, integration, architecture), process industry within life science/pharmaceutical industries
Experience & understanding of core product/model concept
Successful and significant Project Management experience is a plus
Technical Skills
Expertise in MES solutions: Siemens Opcenter Execution Pharma - Required
Strong knowledge of Manufacturing Execution Systems, including Master Batch Record and Review by Exception business processes
Solid understanding of manufacturing processes in pharmaceutical plants
Strong knowledge of pharma industry regulatory context (GxP)
Strong knowledge of Digital technologies & concepts
Knowledge of Automation layer (SCADA, DCS, PLCs, industrial protocols)
Knowledge of Scripting (VB/.Net) development & validation
Knowledge of Werum PAS-X (Körber) is a plus
Knowledge of Opstrakker (elogbook/eforms) is a plus
JSON development is a plus
Knowledge of reporting tools (Power BI) is a plus
Low-code application development using Mendix is a plus
AI-assisted MES solution development using GitHub Copilot, Claude, Microsoft Copilot is a plus
Cloud architecture & services knowledge (Azure preferred) is a plus
Soft Skills
Accountability and reliability
Customer-driven mindset
Fast learner, proactive, willing to apply change management
Ability to deal with ambiguous situations
Strong focus on value delivery, with ability to work autonomously on solution design
Ownership and leadership within assigned scope
Agile methodology practitioner
Communication and interaction skills
Ability to challenge, open-minded and active listening
Ability to explain complex matters in a simple and understandable way
Education & Languages
Engineering degree or Master's in Computer Science or related field (or equivalent experience)
English - mandatory | Other languages are a plus
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## Description

MES Configuration Expert - Opcenter Execution Pharma About The Job The MES Digital Configuration Expert contributes to the design, build, and lifecycle of Sanofi's global end-to-end MES solutions (Siemens Opcenter Execution Pharma), guided by the MES Digital Configuration Lead, and ensures local configurations align with the Core model and operational excellence standards while guaranteeing the right usage of Sanofi Digital and Industrial standards for Processes, Applications, and Infrastructure environments.The roleGuarantees and promotes the right usage of Sanofi Digital and Industrial standards for Processes, Applications, and Infrastructure environmentsLeverages the Digital Portfolio's Detail Design documents, catalogue of services, and existing Core building blocksSupports sites in troubleshooting and remediation action plansWorks closely with MES Product Owners, MES Configuration Experts/Leads, MBR Developers, MES installers/developers, Product lines, local digital teams, Business Process Owners, Archetype leads, Site modelers, and Shopfloor expertsRemains current on company standards, Digital industry practices, and emerging standards, while contributing to Digital standards maintenanceThe profile is primarily Siemens Opcenter Execution Pharma-oriented, with strong adaptability expected toward evolving Digital industry practices and standards.Business Processes In ScopeMain MES System: Siemens Opcenter Execution PharmaMaster Data Management (items, user rights, equipment, locations, work orders)Master Batch Record design & approval (including workflows)Master Batch Record review & approval (by Exception)Production ExecutionWeighing & DispensingCommunication to Equipment / SCADA systemsEquipment ManagementMaterial Flow ManagementTraceability / GenealogyLabellingReportingIntegration with ERP, LIMS, Documentation, Deviation Management, Serialization, eOEE, and shopfloor systemsKey ResponsibilitiesBusiness Alignment & Core ModelUnderstand business requirements (including analytics) for various processes, challenge, consolidate, and extrapolate them to design & build solutions expandable to multi-business unit use cases and plant configurationsMaximize customer satisfaction while minimizing build and maintenance costs and risks associated with fulfillment of business needsImplement appropriate services to ensure optimal allocation of all available capabilitiesEvaluate impact analysis of solution options and assess/manage associated risksConduct end-to-end business process analysis including integration with partner systems (ERP, shopfloor systems, automation layers), labelling technologies, and mobile technologiesTechnical Leadership & Problem SolvingProvide functional & technical support during the full solution lifecycle and to the sitesParticipate in regular design reviews with site modelers to ensure best practices are followedPerform or participate in regular MBR reviews for sitesManage incidents & corrective/preventive actionsManage preventive/corrective maintenance for componentsEnsure technical solutions comply with recommendations for Quality, Security, and AccessibilityDelivery & QualityDesign and build MBRs, Process Instructions, blocks, and templates including Functional specificationsConfigure & implement core solutions as close to standard market solutions as possible, based on state-of-the-art best practicesAim to align processes and enable industrial efficiency across different Sanofi industrial sitesDefine appropriate design & build of solutions by adopting GxP validationsLead the on-time delivery of projects while ensuring robust, cost-effective solutionsSafeguard proper deployment of core solutions on different industrial sitesParticipate in defining indicators for performance and quality of service, monitor and communicate themEnsure standards and rules for Platform Management (Release management, Solution Documentation, Testing) are correctly understood and appliedPeople & KnowledgeCoordinate, inform, and ensure functional expertise in a matrix contextTransfer know-how, experience, and best practices to sitesContribute to Digital skills development within your domainEnsure adoption and adequate use of solutionsDeliver on-site training to manufacturing sitesStrategy & InnovationRemain current on technology trends and benchmark with other companies and partners to bring innovative inputs to solutions, operating models, and strategyCollaborate with peers (Enterprise Architects, solution/technical architects, Quality, Cybersecurity) to review and qualify solution design and/or introduction of new technologyExplain/present architecture and technical matters in an understandable way to Digital management team, staff, and business stakeholdersBreak current GxP Validation established postulates to simplify and adapt to current and next-generation technologies & methodologies (Cloud, Service Management, Agile)Experience About You5+ years of work experience in Digital for Manufacturing domain, ideally with experience in MES, specifically Siemens Opcenter Execution PharmaDemonstrated experience in multicultural/multilanguage environments and matrixed organizationsBroad knowledge of manufacturing processes in industrial plantsStrong MES experience: market standards knowledge (solutions, technologies, integration, architecture), process industry within life science/pharmaceutical industriesExperience & understanding of core product/model conceptSuccessful and significant Project Management experience is a plusTechnical SkillsExpertise in MES solutions: Siemens Opcenter Execution Pharma - RequiredStrong knowledge of Manufacturing Execution Systems, including Master Batch Record and Review by Exception business processesSolid understanding of manufacturing processes in pharmaceutical plantsStrong knowledge of pharma industry regulatory context (GxP)Strong knowledge of Digital technologies & conceptsKnowledge of Automation layer (SCADA, DCS, PLCs, industrial protocols)Knowledge of Scripting (VB/.Net) development & validationKnowledge of Werum PAS-X (Körber) is a plusKnowledge of Opstrakker (elogbook/eforms) is a plusJSON development is a plusKnowledge of reporting tools (Power BI) is a plusLow-code application development using Mendix is a plusAI-assisted MES solution development using GitHub Copilot, Claude, Microsoft Copilot is a plusCloud architecture & services knowledge (Azure preferred) is a plusSoft SkillsAccountability and reliabilityCustomer-driven mindsetFast learner, proactive, willing to apply change managementAbility to deal with ambiguous situationsStrong focus on value delivery, with ability to work autonomously on solution designOwnership and leadership within assigned scopeAgile methodology practitionerCommunication and interaction skillsAbility to challenge, open-minded and active listeningAbility to explain complex matters in a simple and understandable wayEducation & LanguagesEngineering degree or Master's in Computer Science or related field (or equivalent experience)English - mandatory | Other languages are a plus#BarcelonaHub #SanofiHubs#J-*****-Ljbffr


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