We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Digital Transformation Subject Matter Expert (SME) to drive business process improvement and digital transformation initiatives across manufacturing operations. This role will serve as a trusted advisor to business and operational leaders, helping bridge the gap between manufacturing processes and technology solutions.
The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in manufacturing operations, supply chain, production planning, quality management, and Industry 4.0 technologies. This individual will work closely with stakeholders to identify operational challenges, define transformation roadmaps, and guide implementation of digital solutions that improve efficiency, productivity, and business outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Manufacturing Business Consulting
• Partner with manufacturing, operations, supply chain, quality, and engineering teams to understand current-state processes and business objectives.
• Lead workshops, assessments, and discovery sessions to identify operational challenges and improvement opportunities.
• Analyze manufacturing workflows, production processes, and business operations to recommend process and technology enhancements.
• Evaluate existing systems, data flows, and operational practices to identify inefficiencies and optimization opportunities.
• Develop business cases, value realization plans, and transformation strategies.
Digital Transformation Leadership
• Support digital transformation initiatives from strategy and assessment through implementation and user adoption.
• Define future-state operating models aligned with smart manufacturing and Industry 4.0 principles.
• Help organizations modernize manufacturing processes through automation, data-driven decision-making, and advanced analytics.
• Provide recommendations on digital technologies that can improve manufacturing performance and operational efficiency.
• Support organizational change management and user adoption efforts.
Manufacturing Systems & Technology Advisory
• Act as a liaison between business stakeholders and technology teams to ensure solutions meet operational requirements.
• Translate business needs into functional requirements and solution recommendations.
• Advise on manufacturing technology ecosystems, including:
• Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)
• Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)
• Supply Chain Systems
• Quality Management Systems
• Industrial IoT Platforms
• Manufacturing Analytics Platforms
• Asset Management Solutions
• Production Planning Systems
• Support solution design reviews and implementation planning activities.
Process Improvement & Operational Excellence
• Identify opportunities to improve manufacturing efficiency, quality, throughput, and cost performance.
• Support Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, and Operational Excellence initiatives.
• Recommend KPI frameworks, performance monitoring approaches, and operational dashboards.
• Assist in developing governance models and best practices for digital manufacturing initiatives.
Stakeholder Engagement
• Serve as a trusted advisor to business leaders, plant leadership, and operational teams.
• Facilitate communication and alignment between business and technical stakeholders.
• Present recommendations, assessments, and transformation roadmaps to executive leadership.
• Build consensus across multiple functional groups and organizational levels.
Industry Leadership & Innovation
• Stay current on emerging manufacturing technologies, trends, and best practices.
• Evaluate opportunities related to:
• Smart Manufacturing
• Industry 4.0
• Industrial IoT
• AI and Machine Learning
• Predictive Maintenance
• Digital Twins
• Advanced Analytics
• Connected Operations
• Provide thought leadership and strategic guidance on manufacturing modernization initiatives.
Required Qualifications
Manufacturing Domain Expertise
• 10+ years of experience in manufacturing operations, process engineering, supply chain, industrial engineering, operational excellence, or manufacturing consulting.
• Strong understanding of:
• Manufacturing Operations
• Production Planning & Scheduling
• Supply Chain Management
• Quality Management
• Inventory Management
• Maintenance & Reliability
• Continuous Improvement Programs
• Lean Manufacturing Principles
• Six Sigma Methodologies
• Experience supporting discrete, process, or industrial manufacturing environments.
Digital Transformation Experience
• Proven experience leading or supporting manufacturing digital transformation programs.
• Strong understanding of Industry 4.0 concepts and smart manufacturing frameworks.
• Experience with manufacturing modernization initiatives involving process automation, plant digitization, data analytics, and operational technology improvements.
• Ability to develop transformation roadmaps and business value assessments.
Systems & Technology Knowledge
Experience with one or more of the following areas:
Manufacturing Systems
• Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)
• Quality Management Systems (QMS)
• Asset Management Systems
• Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)
• Production Planning Systems
Enterprise Platforms
• ERP Platforms
• Supply Chain Management Solutions
• Warehouse Management Systems
Data & Analytics
• Data Warehousing
• Cloud Data Platforms
• Business Intelligence & Reporting
• Advanced Analytics
• AI/ML Applications in Manufacturing
Industry 4.0 Technologies
• Industrial IoT
• Connected Devices & Sensors
• Edge Computing
• Digital Twins
• Predictive Maintenance
• Manufacturing Data Platforms
Professional Skills
• Strong business process analysis and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
• Strong communication and presentation skills with executive-level audiences.
• Ability to facilitate workshops, assessments, and strategy sessions.
• Experience working with cross-functional business and technology teams.
• Ability to influence decision-making and drive consensus across stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking capabilities.
Preferred Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Information Technology, or related discipline.
• Master’s degree (MBA, Engineering, Operations Management, or related field) preferred.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• Industry 4.0, Smart Manufacturing, Operational Excellence, or Digital Transformation certifications.
• Experience supporting global manufacturing organizations and multi-site operations.
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