Global OT Technical Manager

Job Description:

At Ferring Pharmaceuticals, we help people around the world build families and live better life. We are entrepreneurial and innovative, with a global team focused on scientific advances in the areas of reproductive and women’s health, gastroenterology and urology. Ferring + You is all about working together and sharing ideas, so that we can bring science to life for patients around the world.

Every person at Ferring works together to change lives and help people build families. To reach our full potential we collaborate, and respect and value diverse contributions so that we can grow as an organization and as professionals. Together we can influence the world around us to make life and work better.

Ferring+You

The Global OT Technical Manager collaborates closely with production site OT teams and global application owners to design, implement, and manage the lifecycle of OT applications across various levels. The role ensures that all systems adhere to global standards, operate at optimal levels, and support evolving technologies and users’ requirements.

The manager works in partnership with IT infrastructure teams to ensure that network and hardware elements supporting OT systems are appropriately adapted, monitored, secured, and fully operational.

This role also provides expertise and leadership in process automation projects, system improvements, and equipment lifecycle management. By sharing knowledge, offering technical support, and driving technical workstreams, the Global OT Technical Manager plays a key role in delivering successful Greenfield and Brownfield initiatives.

Your day at Ferring

• Analyze and Optimize Systems: Evaluate new and existing OT applications and systems to identify necessary updates or improvements. Ensure optimal performance by analyzing business needs and recommending hardware, software, or connectivity solutions.

• Asset and Documentation Management: Maintain an up-to-date inventory of OT assets (including their condition and criticality), network architecture, and technical documentation, ensuring compliance with industry standards.

• Design and Standards Enforcement: Lead the design and integration of automation systems, ensuring adherence to global standards. Act as the decision-maker for exceptions to these standards.

• Teams Development and Support: Build the capabilities of OT engineers and technicians through training programs and knowledge-sharing. Provide tools, procedures, and resources for effective first- and second-level support.

• Collaboration and Integration: Partner with global and local engineering teams to develop and implement standards for OT systems and equipment. Support local teams in integrating new systems into existing environments with detailed planning and technical guidance.

• Cybersecurity and Compliance: Collaborate with IT to support cybersecurity initiatives. Define and implement security policies and ensure compliance with OT-specific security standards

Behind our innovation…There’s you

• Bachelor's degree with a preference in Computer Science or related field. Master’s degree preferred

• Min 5 years’ experience in an operational IT/OT/Automation position with a good understanding of pharma, chemistry, food industry within industrial company

• Experience in Application integration and Manufacturing Data infrastructure management.

• Deep hands-on knowledge of major IoT / SCADA / Historian Software platforms and solutions. Practical experience in implementing and maintaining them across Production

• Good understanding of Process Automation, Production IT

• Strong analytical & problem-solving skills

• High commitment and result oriented

• Good communication, good leadership, organized & proactive approach

• Teamwork and customer oriented

• Fluency in English

People come first at Ferring

• Get inspired from our commitment to advocate for everyone’s right to build a family, no matter who you are, where you live or who you love

• Our inclusive support package – “Building Families at Ferring” provides equal and accessible policies for all employees who wish to start their family journey, ensuring a global standard, irrespective of location and role. Subject to a minimum period of employment at Ferring 

• Parental leave for both birthing and non-birthing parents

• Extended support on family building journey

 Making a difference in the life of millions of people means we succeed by working together. Our diverse backgrounds, experiences, expertise, and perspectives enable us to find solutions to even the most challenging problems, and our success is tied to each team member’s contributions. Imagine the power of your career when it’s Ferring + You.

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Location:Ferring Service Center Portugal