Business Technology Solutions Consultant- Manufacturing

ZS is a place where passion changes lives. As a management consulting and technology firm focused on improving life and how we live it , our most valuable asset is our people. Here you'll work side-by-side with a powerful collective of thinkers and experts shaping life-changing solutions for patients, caregivers and consumers, worldwide. ZSers drive impact by bringing a client first mentality to each and every engagement. We partner collaboratively with our clients to develop custom solutions and technology products that create value and deliver company results across critical areas of their business. Bring your curiosity for learning; bold ideas; courage an d passion to drive life-changing impact to ZS.
Our most valuable asset is our people .
At ZS we honor the visible and invisible elements of our identities, personal experiences and belief systems-the ones that comprise us as individuals, shape who we are and
make us unique. We believe your personal interests, identities, and desire to learn are part of your success here. Learn more about our diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts and the networks ZS supports to assist our ZSers in cultivating community spaces, obtaining the resources they need to thrive, and sharing the messages they are passionate about.

• What You'll Do
  
  • Lead end to end projects using OT and IT technologies to solve complex business problems
  • Help clients achieve Industry 4.0 / Smart Manufacturing objectives with efficient solutions leveraging technology, data and analytics
  • Work with project leadership to define project scope and develop approach
  • Provide technology expertise to maximize value for clients and project teams
  • Drive strong delivery methodology to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and to client's satisfaction
  • Ensure technology solutions are scalable, resilient, and optimized for performance and cost
  • Lead project task execution by ensuring progress, organizing project data and coordinating team meetings
  • Provide thought leadership and innovation within projects and practice areas
  • Contribute to internal firm activities
  • Work globally with team members to ensure a smooth project delivery
  • Guide coach and mentor project team members for continuous learning and professional growth
  • Demonstrate expertise, facilitation, and strong interpersonal skills in internal and client interactions
  • Bring structure to unstructured work for developing business cases with clients

  
  What You'll Bring
  

  • Experience in manufacturing within process-based manufacturing industry, pharmaceuticals industry would be preferred, i.e., either from working at a pharma company or a life sciences consultancy in this space.
  • Awareness / Experience in the digitization of manufacturing processes, and ideally a good understanding of Manufacturing 4.0 or Smart Manufacturing.
  • Understanding of data generated across systems used in process manufacturing like MES, Historians, LIMS, QMS, SAP, etc. and leveraging data for bringing efficiency, tracking KPIs like OEE, process improvements, yield optimization, improving quality, reducing waste, etc.
  • Awareness / Experience of standards like ISA 95, ISA 88, Purdue architecture models
  • Experience in designing data architecture, collecting data from OT systems, data lakes, API frameworks, data management is a plus
  • Masters or Bachelor's (and often graduate) degrees with a strong academic record in technology, automation engineering, industrial engineering, data science, life sciences, engineering, applied math, statistics, or related fields.
  • Up to 3 years of relevant work experience, and total of 3-5 years of work experience.
  • High motivation, good work ethic, maturity and personal initiative.
  • Aptitude for, and enjoyment of, leading and managing teams.
  • Effective oral and written communication skills that enable personal impact with senior-level decision makers.
  • Strong attention to detail, with a quality-focused mindset.
  • Analytic problem-solving skills, with a creative and innovative outlook;
  • Client service orientation.

  
  Additional Skills:
  

  • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to structure thoughts logically during discussions and presentations
  • Capability to simplify complex concepts into easily understandable frameworks and presentations
  • Proficiency in working within a virtual global team environment, contributing to the timely delivery of multiple projects
  • Travel to other offices as required to collaborate with clients and internal project teams

Perks & Benefits:
ZS offers a comprehensive total rewards package including health and well-being, financial planning, annual leave, personal growth and professional development. Our robust skills development programs, multiple career progression options and internal mobility paths and collaborative culture empowers you to thrive as an individual and global team member.
We are committed to giving our employees a flexible and connected way of working. A flexible and connected ZS allows us to combine work from home and on-site presence at clients/ZS offices for the majority of our week. The magic of ZS culture and innovation thrives in both planned and spontaneous face-to-face connections.
Travel:
Travel is a requirement at ZS for client facing ZSers; business needs of your project and client are the priority. While some projects may be local, all client-facing ZSers should be prepared to travel as needed. Travel provides opportunities to strengthen client relationships, gain diverse experiences, and enhance professional growth by working in different environments and cultures.
Considering applying?
At ZS, we're building a diverse and inclusive company where people bring their passions to inspire life-changing impact and deliver better outcomes for all. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and recognize the value that candidates with all backgrounds, including non-traditional ones, bring. If you are interested in joining us, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet 100% of the requirements listed above.
ZS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunities without regard to any class protected by applicable law.
To Complete Your Application:
Candidates must possess or be able to obtain work authorization for their intended country of employment.An on-line application, including a full set of transcripts (official or unofficial), is required to be considered.
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Find Out More At:
www.zs.com
Salary: $155,000.00 - $170,750.00