It lead – sap rise, infrastructure & digital transformation

Position Summary

IOL Chemicals and Pharmaceuticals Limited is seeking an experienced and results-oriented IT Lead to lead enterprise applications, digital transformation initiatives, IT infrastructure, cloud platforms, cybersecurity, and regulatory compliance programs. The incumbent will play a critical role in driving SAP Rise adoption, digitizing business processes, managing enterprise systems, ensuring business continuity, and maintaining a secure, compliant, and scalable IT environment across all business locations.

Location: Ludhiana & Barnala, Punja

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Key Responsibiliti

es1. SAP Rise & Enterprise Applicatio

ns Lead implementation, support, enhancement, and optimization of SAP Ris e. Ensure seamless integration between SAP and other enterprise application s. Collaborate with business functions to streamline and automate processes through SAP solution s. Drive governance, performance optimization, and continuous improvement initiative

s.2. Digital Transformation & Process Automati

on Lead the organization's digital transformation roadma p. Identify and implement technology solutions to digitize and automate business processe s. Promote Industry 4.0 and data-driven initiatives across manufacturing and corporate function s. Improve operational efficiency through innovative digital technologie

s.3. SAP Analytics Cloud (SA

C)Implement and manage SAP Analytics Cloud solution s. Develop dashboards, KPIs, management reports, and business intelligence solution s. Support strategic and operational decision-making through analytic

s.4. Laboratory Information Management System (LIM

S)Manage implementation, integration, validation, and support of LIM S. Ensure data integrity, compliance, and efficient laboratory operation s. Support regulatory and audit requirement

s.5. Document Management System (DM

S)Manage enterprise DMS platforms and electronic document workflow s. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements for document control and retentio n. Support paperless and digital documentation initiative

s.6. Track Wise & Quality Syste

ms Lead administration and support of Track Wise and related Quality Management System s. Support CAPA, deviations, change control, investigations, audits, and compliance processe s. Work closely with Quality Assurance and Regulatory Affairs team

s.7. Cloud Infrastructure & AWS Manageme

nt Manage cloud infrastructure including AWS and Microsoft Azure environment s. Oversee AWS server administration, monitoring, performance tuning, backup, disaster recovery, and securit y. Manage cloud migrations, cloud governance, and cost optimization initiative s. Ensure high availability and scalability of cloud-hosted applications and service

s.8. Data Center Manageme

nt Oversee on-premises and co-located data center operation s. Manage servers, storage, virtualization platforms, backup systems, and environmental control s. Ensure data center reliability, uptime, capacity planning, and infrastructure lifecycle managemen t. Establish monitoring and preventive maintenance practices for critical IT infrastructur

e.9. IT Infrastructure & Microsoft Technologi

es Manage enterprise IT infrastructure across manufacturing plants and corporate office s. Oversee Microsoft 365, Azure, Active Directory, Exchange, and licensing complianc e. Ensure optimal performance of servers, storage, virtualization, and end-user computing environment s. Lead infrastructure modernization initiative

s.10. Networking & Telecommunicatio

ns Design, implement, and manage enterprise-wide LAN, WAN, Wi-Fi, VPN, MPLS, SD-WAN, and telecom infrastructur e. Monitor network performance and ensure high availability across location s. Manage relationships with ISPs and telecom service provider s. Oversee leased line connectivity, bandwidth planning, and network optimizatio

n.11. Cybersecurity & Information Securi

ty Develop and implement cybersecurity strategies, frameworks, and control s. Manage firewalls, endpoint protection, SIEM, identity and access management, vulnerability assessments, and incident respons e. Conduct cybersecurity risk assessments and awareness program s. Ensure protection of business-critical systems and sensitive dat

a.12. Business Continuity Planning (BCP) & Disaster Recove

ry Develop, implement, and maintain IT Business Continuity Plans (BCP) and Disaster Recovery (DR) strategie s. Conduct periodic DR drills and recovery testing for infrastructure and application s. Ensure availability of critical hardware, network, and cloud services during disruption s. Maintain redundancy and resilience for mission-critical system

s.13. Computer System Validation (CSV) & Regulatory Complian

ce Lead Computer System Validation (CSV) activities for Gx P-regulated system s. Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements, including 21 CFR Part 11, GAMP 5, ALCOA+, and Data Integrity guideline s. Support validation documentation including URS, FS, DS, IQ, OQ, PQ, and validation report s. Coordinate audits and inspections related to computerized system

s.14. IT Policies, Governance & Complian

ce Develop, review, implement, and enforce IT policies, SOPs, standards, and governance framework s. Ensure compliance with internal controls, regulatory requirements, and industry best practice s. Maintain IT risk management and audit readiness program s. Establish governance mechanisms for information security, data management, and technology operation

s.15. Team Leadership & Vendor Manageme

nt Lead and mentor IT teams across applications, infrastructure, networking, and support function s. Manage relationships with SAP partners, cloud providers, technology vendors, and service provider s. Prepare and manage IT budgets, contracts, and technology roadmap s. Ensure successful delivery of projects within scope, budget, and timeline

s. Qualificatio

ns Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related disciplin e. Master's Degree preferre d. Relevant certifications in SAP, AWS, Azure, Cybersecurity, Networking, or Project Management will be an advantag

e. Experien

ce15-20 years of progressive IT experience with at least 5 years in a leadership rol e. Strong experience in SAP Rise implementation and enterprise application s. Experience in pharmaceutical, chemical, life sciences, or regulated manufacturing industries preferre d. Hands-on experience with SAC, LIMS, DMS, Track Wise, CSV, AWS, Azure, cybersecurity, and enterprise infrastructure managemen

t. Key Skills & Competenci

es SAP Rise & SAP Ecosyst em SAP Analytics Cloud (SA C)Digital Transformation & Process Automati on LIMS, DMS & Track Wi se SAP Success Facto rs AWS & Microsoft Azure Cloud Platfor ms Data Center Operations & Manageme nt Server & Storage Administrati on Networking & Telecommunicatio ns Cybersecurity & Information Securi ty Business Continuity Planning (BCP) & Disaster Recovery (D R)Computer System Validation (CS V)IT Governance, Policies & Complian ce Pharmaceutical Regulatory Complian ce Vendor & Stakeholder Manageme nt Project & Program Manageme nt Leadership & Team Developme

nt Success Metri

cs Successful SAP Rise adoption and business process digitizatio n. High system availability and infrastructure reliabilit y. Strong cybersecurity posture and regulatory complianc e. Effective BCP and disaster recovery readines s. Successful validation and audit outcome s. Delivery of IT projects on time and within budge t. Improved business user satisfaction and operational efficienc y.