Digital Transformation Project Manager

Digital Transformation Project Manager

Team Horizon is seeking a Digital Transformation Project Manager for a client in Mayo. This role oversees a portfolio of digital transformation initiatives designed to enhance operational efficiency, optimize manufacturing processes, and drive a culture of innovation and excellence.

The ideal candidate brings a strong understanding of digital technologies, project management methodologies, and the biopharmaceutical industry, with the ability to translate strategy into impactful execution.

 Why you should apply:

• Contribute your passion and expertise in digital transformation to impact the future of manufacturing and set new standards for operational excellence. You will play a key role in my clients digital transformation journey.


• You’ll work in a dynamic, collaborative environment where your ideas are valued, your voice matters, and your expertise directly shapes the future of the organisation.


• Our client has developed a stand-out culture of innovation, inclusion and development, and consistently features as a great place to work.

What you will be doing:

• Coordinate a portfolio of digital transformation projects, liaising with above-site teams and SMEs to represent the Westport site.


• Collaborate with leadership to develop and implement digital strategies supporting operational and business goals.


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT, operations, regulatory affairs, and quality assurance, to gather requirements and ensure alignment of project goals.


• Drive value analysis and business case development for both new and existing digitalization projects


• Communicate project status, risks, and milestones to stakeholders at various levels.


• Develop and implement change management strategies to ensure broad user acceptance and successful adoption of initiatives.


• Represent the Business/Site in the deployment of digital tools and technologies, including system architecture and configuration discussions, acting as the operations/business voice in technical forums.


• Lead cross-functional teams in project delivery, ensuring projects are completed on time, within scope, and with clear stakeholder engagement.


• Establish and monitor KPIs to measure the success and performance of digital transformation initiatives.


• Ensure all initiatives comply with relevant regulations and standards.

 What you need to apply:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.


• Proven experience in digital transformation and project management, preferably in a manufacturing or biopharmaceutical environment.


• Experience in Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies.


• Knowledge of or strong interest in digitalization, technology, and operational excellence principles (e.g., IoT, AI, robotics).


• Excellent project and portfolio management skills, with the ability to multitask and manage cross-functional resources.


• Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills; demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.

Preferred qualifications

• Master’s degree in a related area is advantageous.


• Certifications such as Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, PMP, or credentials related to Industry 4.0.


• Experience with Industry 4.0 technologies and leading digital manufacturing projects.