Technology Director, Make EMEA in Leeds

Job Title

Technology Director, Make (EMEA)

Job Summary

The Technology Director, Make (EMEA) is a senior IT leader responsible for shaping and delivering manufacturing technology solutions across DePuy Synthes operations in the EMEA region. This role partners closely with Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Quality, and Engineering leaders to enable safe, compliant, and efficient operations through modern, scalable digital solutions. The position plays a critical role in driving standardization, resilience, and continuous improvement across manufacturing systems while leading regional teams and influencing global strategy.

Job Location

Hybrid position based in Ireland. Alternate Hybrid locations may be considered in St. Anthony's Road, Leeds, UK.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the EMEA Manufacturing (“Make”) technology strategy aligned with global Supply Chain and IT priorities.
• Oversee delivery and lifecycle management of manufacturing systems (e.g., MES, automation interfaces, plant IT, and data integration platforms).
• Partner with Manufacturing, Quality, and Engineering leaders to ensure technology solutions meet operational, regulatory, and compliance requirements.
• Direct and develop managers and senior individual contributors in a matrixed, multinational environment.
• Drive standardization, cybersecurity, and reliability of plant IT and manufacturing technology across EMEA sites.
• Lead regional technology investment planning, budgeting, and vendor management activities.
• Champion continuous improvement, digital manufacturing, and data‑driven decision‑making initiatives.
• Represent EMEA Manufacturing Technology in global governance forums and cross‑regional programs.

Qualifications

• Education
  • Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline (required).
  • Master’s degree (e.g., MBA, MS in Engineering or Information Systems) preferred.
• 10-12 years of progressive IT experience, including leadership roles supporting manufacturing or supply chain environments.
• Proven experience leading managers and senior technical professionals in a complex, matrix organization.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing systems, plant IT, and integration with enterprise platforms (e.g., ERP, data platforms).
• Demonstrated ability to partner with business leaders and translate operational needs into technology solutions.
• Experience managing budgets, vendors, and large‑scale technology programs.
• Strong understanding of regulated manufacturing environments and quality/compliance expectations.
• Experience supporting medical device, pharmaceutical, or other highly regulated manufacturing operations (preferred).
• Exposure to digital manufacturing, automation, Industry 4.0, and advanced analytics initiatives (preferred).
• Prior regional or global role with accountability across multiple manufacturing sites (preferred).
• Experience working across EMEA with sensitivity to regional regulatory and cultural considerations (preferred).

Other Requirements

• Language: English required; additional European languages preferred.
• Travel: Up to ~25% regional and international travel.
• Certifications: ITIL, PMP, or similar certifications preferred.

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