Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Vimachem is a company focused on empowering the pharmaceutical manufacturing industry through AI-enabled MES solutions. They are seeking an experienced Lead MES Consultant to drive operational excellence and improve business processes in pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical manufacturing organizations.
Responsibilities
- Act as the lead technical consultant on client projects from process analysis and design through configuration, testing, deployment, go-live, and hypercare
- Consult customers and prospects to prepare their companies for digital transformation
- Remote or on-site analysis, design, improvement, documentation, and maintenance of pharma/biopharma clients’ manufacturing processes
- Design, configure, and test digital workflows using Vimachem’s no-code/low-code MBR Designer
- Work closely with sales executives to effectively progress opportunities through the pipeline and secure the "technical win”
- Develop, present and deliver high-impact technical demonstrations of the Vimachem solutions (Demos, technical presentations, technical discussions, etc.)
- Collaborate with clients' QA, Production, and IT stakeholders at client sites to align MES implementation with operational and regulatory requirements
- Test and troubleshoot system behavior and provide guidance to client teams
- Contribute to internal best practices and knowledge base
- Organize and teach best practice product workshops remotely or at customer sites
- Investigate client issues and communicate key insights and findings to the product team
- Analyze and enhance the efficiency, stability, and scalability of the Vimachem Pharma MES platform through working with Product and Engineering teams to provide client feedback and support continuous platform improvement
- Contribute as a market and customer expert in annual sales strategy and planning, providing insights on industry trends, customer needs, and competitive landscape
- Help develop and answer RFx (RFI, RFP, RFQ), technical assessments, technical and security questionnaires
- Lead in the scoping and estimation of implementation projects delivered by the Vimachem Professional Services Team
- Proven experience managing high-performing teams. This role will lead a growing team of MES consultants across the Vimachem Pharma MES platform, ensuring alignment, accountability, and professional development through structured bi-annual performance reviews
Skills
- At least 5 years of experience working in Pharma / Biopharma manufacturing (Pharma, Biotech, or Cell & Gene Therapy) or with Pharma / Biopharma clients
- At least 5 years of hands-on experience with MES platforms (e.g., Werum PAS-X, Rockwell, Emerson Syncade, Siemens OpsCenter, or similar) with hands-on experience in functional configuration and EBR design
- At least 2 years of experience in delivering demonstrations and training of MES platforms within the Life Sciences industry
- Strong understanding of GMP workflows, batch record design, and regulatory requirements in pharmaceutical production
- Experience with integration to production and packaging equipment, LIMS, ERP, or SCADA systems
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work with cross-functional teams and international clients
- Ability to travel up to 25% based on the Vimachem modules and the clients you serve
- A Bachelor's degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) discipline or Life Science field or equivalent
- Hands-on pharmaceutical manufacturing experience is a strong plus
- Fluency in French, Italian, or Spanish is a strong plus
Benefits
- Competitive salary and performance bonus.
- Employee Stock Option Plan (ESOP).
- Modern work environment with an open culture towards improvements and new ideas.
- Benefits package including Health insurance, Life insurance, Short-term Disability, and Long-term Disability.
- Continuous training, company workshops, and events.
- A buddy will support you with onboarding.
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