Site Head IT & OT – Basel

About the role

Roche is seeking a Site Head for IT and OT at its Basel campus. The leader will shape information and automation technology solutions that support the Pharma Global Technical Operations (PT) manufacturing network and drive digital transformation across the site.

Key responsibilities

• Provide inspirational leadership and coaching to direct reports, developing the next generation of leaders.
• Act as the primary business partner for the campus, aligning IT and OT priorities with Make Access Release and new product pipeline delivery.
• Own the end‑to‑end IT and OT landscape, ensuring strategic development of technology, processes, risk, and relationships.
• Lead the digitalization of PT’s global manufacturing network through standardisation of IT and OT environments.
• Embed the new operating model and agile culture across the function, influencing a global contingent of employees.

Required profile

• Proven senior leadership experience in IT, OT, or digital manufacturing environments.
• Strong vision‑setting ability and a track record of catalysing performance and growth.
• Passion for shaping digital manufacturing architecture and advancing competitiveness.
• Experience working in lean, agile, and highly regulated pharmaceutical settings.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to influence a global pharma manufacturing network.
• Leadership role within Roche’s Technical Operations leadership team.
• Collaborative culture that values personal expression and diversity.