Sr. Manager, US Process Automation Lead

The US Automation Lead, GH&B Global Engineering will be a member of the GH&B GE PCT Team and be responsible for supporting six U.S. manufacturing sites for all aspects of automation. The role also involves coordination with the GH&B GE International PCT to support six international sites as needed and occasional support throughout the Pfizer network.

• Provide technical automation support and oversight for GH&B U.S. manufacturing sites.

• Establish and facilitate management of GH&B metrics, KPIs and operational reviews across the GE PCT, working with each site to develop and maintain a best‑in‑class automation program.

• Drive standardization & optimize GH&B automation solutions and automation master planning at sites.

• Support automation projects that may include manufacturing equipment such as filling, packaging, particle monitoring, BMS, batch operations and miscellaneous equipment.

• Drive site automation master planning and long‑term strategy on automation programs.

• Review automation scope and execution plan of capital investments and contribute to project team execution strategy and resource planning for large projects.

• Oversee large master service agreements and negotiate with large automation partners.

• Applicant must have a bachelor’s degree with at least 6 years of experience; OR a master’s degree with at least 5 years of experience; OR a PhD with 1+ year of experience.

• Experience in production, engineering or process automation.

• At‑site experience in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.

• Knowledge of Rockwell Automation (PLC & SCADA) systems and AMPS solution platforms.

• Strong project management, change agility and problem‑solving capabilities.

• Proven ability to define and lead projects, track and execute with quality and timeliness on complex programs of work.

• Excellent communication and presentation skills, including facilitation and influencing across teams.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills; ability to summarize complex issues and outcomes for senior leaders and diverse audiences.

• Significant time on laptop & telecons (remote with global teams).

• Site visits may require walking, lifting equipment and gowning into aseptic environments.

• Flexibility to work across global time zones, stretching from the U.S. with occasional international support.

• Travel is anticipated to be ~10‑25% throughout the year.

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $ to $. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 17.5% of the base salary and eligibility to participate in our share–based long‑term incentive program. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to support our colleagues’ health and well‑being, including 401(k) with matching contributions, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits covering medical, prescription drug, dental and vision.

Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.

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