Digital Strategy Lead

CSL

Digital Strategy Lead spearheading digital transformation initiatives across operations in a global biotherapeutics company. Driving the adoption of advanced digital technologies and analytics to enhance operational efficiency.

Posted 7/10/2026full-timeKing of Prussia • Illinois, Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudIoT

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define and execute the digital strategy for operations, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives and industry best practices.
Develop and maintain a comprehensive digital transformation roadmap, including AI, automation, data analytics, and Industry 4.0 initiatives.
Lead cross-functional teams to deliver and scale digital initiatives, ensuring successful implementation and adoption across global manufacturing sites.
Champion the integration of digital technologies to streamline workflows, enhance data integrity, and enable real-time decision-making.
Evaluate and implement emerging technologies (AI/ML, digital twins, cloud computing, IoT) to drive innovation and operational excellence.
Leverage advanced analytics and machine learning to generate actionable insights, optimize processes, and support proactive decision-making.
Drive the development of digital dashboards, KPIs, and reporting tools to monitor performance and value delivery.
Promote awareness, adoption, and change management for digital initiatives, fostering a digital-first culture across operations.
Serve as a strategic thought partner to senior leadership, providing insights on digital enablement, value creation, and emerging trends.
Collaborate with internal and external partners to ensure seamless integration of digital solutions and alignment with business needs.
Support governance and decision-making processes by preparing executive-level content, facilitating meetings, and implementing action items effectively.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives, leveraging digital tools and methodologies (Agile, Lean, Six Sigma) to optimize manufacturing performance.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Business, or a related field.
8+ years of progressive experience leading digital transformation initiatives within life sciences, biopharma, manufacturing, or other highly regulated industries.
Demonstrated success developing and executing enterprise-wide digital transformation strategies that drive business value, operational excellence, and organizational change in complex, matrixed environments.
Deep understanding of digital manufacturing, data-driven decision making, automation, advanced analytics, AI/ML, and cloud-based platforms.
Proven ability to identify, prioritize, and implement technology-enabled business improvements across functions, including operations, quality, supply chain, R&D, or commercial organizations.
Strong track record of leading cross-functional teams, influencing senior stakeholders, and driving adoption of new digital capabilities through effective change management and communication strategies.
Exceptional program and project management skills, with experience overseeing large-scale transformation initiatives from strategy development through execution and value realization.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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Hard Skills & Tools

Digital ManufacturingData-Driven Decision MakingAutomationCloud ComputingDigital DashboardsKPI DevelopmentAgile MethodologyLean MethodologySix SigmaEmerging Technologies

Soft Skills

Influencing Senior StakeholdersEffective CommunicationProgram ManagementProject ManagementCollaboration