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In IT&D, you'll be a force for good, whether you're championing cyber security, defining how we harness the power of technology to improve our business, or working with data to guide the innovation of consumer loved products.
Working globally across functions, you'll own your projects and process from start to finish, with the influence and visibility to achieve what needs to be done. And if you're willing to bring your ideas to the table, you'll get the support and investment to make them happen.
Your potential will never be wasted. You'll get the space and support to take your development to the next level. Every day, there will be opportunities to learn from peers and leaders through working on exciting, varied projects with real impact. And because our work spans so many different businesses, from Research and Product Development to Sales, you'll keep learning exciting new approaches.
We are seeking an experienced Platform Manager – Manufacturing to join our IT&D Data Centre and Global Connectivity team. In this role, you will lead the development, management, and optimization of a robust and scalable manufacturing platform that supports our digital transformation goals. You will oversee the design, maintenance, and operation of IT systems within the manufacturing infrastructure, ensuring security, resilience, and scalability. With a strong focus on compliance with industry standards such as IEC 62443 and implementing Zero Trust Network Architecture (ZTNA) principles, you will bridge the gap between IT and manufacturing operations. Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, you will drive innovation, streamline processes, and align IT infrastructure with business objectives.
• Oversee the full lifecycle of manufacturing platforms, ensuring their availability, security, scalability, and performance.
• Establish monitoring and maintenance practices to maintain platform health, proactively identifying and resolving issues.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives by optimizing platform operations and conducting regular capacity planning to meet current and future business demands.
• Work closely with engineering, cybersecurity, and operations teams to align IT and OT systems, ensuring smooth interoperability.
• Maintain clear and up-to-date documentation on platform configurations, processes, and changes.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards (e.g., IEC 62443) and implement ZTNA principles for enhanced security.
• Collaborate with the security team to implement and maintain robust security measures.
• Develop and implement a governance framework for manufacturing platforms to ensure data quality, integrity, and security.
• Participate in IT Risk Management initiatives aligned with internal and external audit and compliance strategies.
• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 12+ years of experience in IT infrastructure or platform management, with hands-on expertise in designing and managing manufacturing infrastructure.
• 5+ years in IT/OT roles with a focus on manufacturing environments.
• Expertise in IT/OT convergence, industrial control systems (ICS), SCADA, PLCs, and network architecture.
• Practical experience with IIoT, edge computing, cloud platforms, and data integration in manufacturing.
• Deep understanding of manufacturing processes, technologies, and Industry 4.0 concepts.
• Strong knowledge of LAN/WAN, VPN, firewalls, and cybersecurity principles.
• Proven ability to design and implement scalable IT architectures.
Product Development, system development, Project Management, Programme Management, Design Thinking, IT Service Management, Innovation Processes, Innovation, User Experience Design, Change Analyst, Change Management, Digital Transformation, Value Analysis, Change Management, Adoption, Technology Adoption Lifecycle, Stakeholder Relationship Management, Digital Strategy, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Security, Data Privacy, Data Governance, Product Compliance, Data Driven Practices, Market Value, Market Chain, Data Driven Practices, Advanced Analytics, Data Analytics, Governance.
With inclusion at the heart of everything we do, working alongside our four global Employee Resource Groups, we support our people at every step of their career journey, helping them to succeed in their own individual way.
We invest in the wellbeing of our people through parental benefits, an Employee Assistance Program to promote mental health, and life insurance for all employees globally. We have a range of other benefits in line with the local market. Through our global share plans we offer the opportunity to save and share in Reckitt's potential future successes. For eligible roles, we also offer short-term incentives to recognise, appreciate and reward your work for delivering outstanding results. You will be rewarded in line with Reckitt's pay for performance philosophy.
We recognise that in real life, great people don't always 'tick all the boxes'. That's why we hire for potential as well as experience. Even if you don't meet every point on the job description, if this role and our company feels like a good fit for you, we still want to hear from you.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, disability or medical condition; colour, ethnicity, race, citizenship, and national origin; religion, faith; pregnancy, family status and caring responsibilities; sexual orientation; sex, gender identity, gender expression, and transgender identity; protected veteran status; size or any other basis protected by appropriate law.