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We engineer modern businesses to improve everyday life. Our associates around the globe help clients build stronger, more agile, and innovative organizations.\nOur Life Sciences practice partners with leading pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies to advance digital manufacturing, operational excellence, and business transformation. We help organizations leverage Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), Industrial Data Platforms, Connected Worker technologies, Advanced Analytics, and Pharma 4.0 capabilities to improve quality, efficiency, and regulatory compliance.\nRole Overview\nCognizant is seeking an experienced GMSx Manufacturing Workstream Lead - Release Train Engineer (RTE) / Program Manager to lead integrated planning, execution, and delivery coordination for a large-scale Manufacturing Transformation Program.\nThis role serves as both a Release Train Engineer (RTE) and Project/Program Manager, connecting manufacturing stakeholders, business leaders, site operations, product teams, technology organizations, and vendors to ensure successful delivery of strategic manufacturing initiatives.\nThe successful candidate will drive agile planning, cross-functional alignment, dependency management, and governance while supporting manufacturing modernization initiatives including MES implementations, Manufacturing Data Fabric integration, Golden Batch programs, Connected Worker solutions, OEE initiatives, and Process Analytical Technology (PAT) roadmaps.\nThe ideal candidate brings deep experience leading complex digital manufacturing programs within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or highly regulated life sciences environments.\nWork Model\nThis position is fully remote within Canada, providing flexibility to work from home while supporting global manufacturing transformation initiatives.\nThe successful candidate will collaborate with stakeholders across manufacturing sites, business teams, technology organizations, and vendors throughout North America and globally. Occasional travel may be required for site visits, planning events, workshops, and key implementation milestones.\nKey Responsibilities\nProgram Leadership & Delivery Management\nLead integrated planning, execution, and delivery coordination for the Manufacturing Workstream.\nDevelop and maintain the integrated workstream plan, release roadmap, milestones, resources, delivery schedules, and dependencies.\nManage risks, issues, decisions, action items, and delivery commitments across multiple workstreams.\nEnsure delivery activities are aligned with strategic objectives, operational priorities, and measurable business outcomes.\nDrive accountability for execution across business, technology, and operational teams.\nAgile Release Train Leadership\nServe as the Release Train Engineer (RTE) supporting coordinated execution across multiple teams and stakeholders.\nFacilitate:Program Increment (PI) Planning\nAgile Release Planning\nCross-Team Coordination Meetings\nScrum of Scrums\nDelivery Reviews\nRetrospectives\n\nPromote agile delivery practices while adapting approaches to meet the needs of regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environments.\nFoster transparency, collaboration, and continuous improvement across the program.\nManufacturing Digital Transformation\nCoordinate delivery and implementation of key manufacturing initiatives including:Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)\nElectronic Batch Records (EBR)\nManufacturing Data Fabric integration\nConnected Worker programs\nOverall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) initiatives\nGolden Batch capabilities\nAdvanced manufacturing use cases\n\nPartner with MES Program Leadership to support implementation activities and ensure critical dependencies are managed effectively.\nDrive readiness planning, implementation support, and stakeholder engagement activities.\nStakeholder & Cross-Functional Coordination\nWork closely with:Manufacturing\nQuality\nTraining\nEngineering\nSite Operations\nProduct Teams\nData Scientists\nTechnology & Digital Organizations\nExternal Vendors\n\nFacilitate alignment between business requirements, technical capabilities, and operational priorities.\nManage stakeholder communications, expectations, and decision-making processes.\nResolve delivery challenges, conflicts, and cross-functional issues that may impact program success.\nDependency, Risk & Governance Management\nProvide visibility into program risks, blockers, resource constraints, and dependencies.\nDrive resolution of cross-functional delivery issues and escalations.\nEnsure governance processes support successful program execution and compliance requirements.\nMaintain transparency of delivery status and progress against defined objectives.\nPAT Roadmap & Manufacturing Innovation Support\nSupport evaluation and prioritization of Process Analytical Technology (PAT) opportunities.\nFacilitate stakeholder engagement, vendor discussions, business-case development, and roadmap planning activities.\nAssess opportunities based on business value, strategic impact, technical feasibility, and implementation costs.\nIntegrate approved initiatives into broader manufacturing transformation roadmaps.\nExecutive Reporting & PMO Coordination\nPrepare concise executive-level reports that communicate:Progress Against Objectives\nProgram Milestones\nKey Risks\nDecisions Required\nDependencies\nNext Steps\n\nPartner with PMO teams to support portfolio governance and enterprise reporting activities.\nProvide leadership teams with actionable insights and program status updates.\nRequired Qualifications\nBachelor’s degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, Information Technology, Business, or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.\nSignificant experience leading complex transformation programs within:Pharmaceutical Manufacturing\nBiotechnology\nMedical Device Manufacturing\nRegulated Life Sciences Organizations\n\nProven experience serving as:Release Train Engineer (RTE)\nProgram Manager\nAgile Program Lead\nProject Manager\nDelivery Lead\n\nStrong experience supporting manufacturing digitalization initiatives.\nDemonstrated delivery experience involving:Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)\nElectronic Batch Records (EBR)\nManufacturing Operations Systems\nShop Floor Technology\nIndustrial Data Platforms\nConnected Worker Programs\nOEE Initiatives\n\nStrong knowledge of:GMP Requirements\nData Integrity Principles\nComputer System Validation (CSV)\nQuality Systems\nRegulated Manufacturing Environments\n\nExceptional stakeholder management, facilitation, and communication skills.\nProven ability to influence senior leaders and drive alignment across cross-functional teams.\nStrong risk management, planning, and execution capabilities.\nPreferred Qualifications\nDirect experience with:Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)\nGolden Batch Programs\nProcess Performance Analytics\nDigital Batch Record Transformation\nProcess Analytical Technology (PAT)\nPharma 4.0 Initiatives\n\nExperience supporting multi-site manufacturing rollouts and global deployment programs.\nSAFe® Certification or equivalent Agile-at-Scale certification.\nExperience implementing enterprise operating models within manufacturing organizations.\nFamiliarity with advanced manufacturing analytics and digital manufacturing transformation programs.\nIndustry Expertise\nCandidates should demonstrate experience in:\nPharmaceutical Manufacturing\nBiotechnology Manufacturing\nManufacturing Digital Transformation\nAgile Program Delivery\nSAFe Framework\nRelease Train Engineering\nManufacturing Execution Systems (MES)\nElectronic Batch Records (EBR)\nComputer System Validation (CSV)\nGMP Compliance\nData Integrity\nConnected Manufacturing Platforms\nOEE Programs\nProcess Analytical Technology (PAT)\nIndustrial Data Platforms\nPharma 4.0\nSalary and Other Compensation\nThe annual salary for this position is anticipated to be between CAD $110,000 and $140,000, depending on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other factors permitted by law.\nIn addition to base salary, this position may be eligible for:\nAnnual performance-based bonus\nMerit-based compensation increases\nEmployee referral bonuses, where applicable\nThe compensation information provided is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify compensation information based on business needs and applicable laws.\nBenefits\nCognizant offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:\nMedical, Dental, and Vision Coverage\nPrescription Drug Coverage\nLife and Disability Insurance\nEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)\nPaid Vacation and Company Holidays\nRetirement Savings Programs (subject to eligibility)\nParental and Family Support Benefits\nEmployee Wellness Programs\nTuition Reimbursement and Professional Development Opportunities\nAccess to Training, Certifications, and Career Development Programs\nBenefits are subject to eligibility requirements and applicable provincial regulations.\nWhy Cognizant\nLead high-impact manufacturing transformation initiatives for global life sciences organizations.\nPartner with industry leaders driving modernization and digital manufacturing excellence.\nShape the future of MES, Connected Worker, OEE, and Manufacturing Data Platform strategies.\nCollaborate with executive stakeholders, technology leaders, and operational teams across global organizations.\nAccess ongoing leadership development, professional training, and career advancement opportunities.\nJoin a global organization committed to innovation, excellence, and improving patient outcomes.\nEqual Opportunity Employer\nCognizant is an equal opportunity employer. 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