Illumina
PLMProgram/OperationLead
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“PLM Program/Operation Lead at Illumina. Skills: PLM operations, Program management, Cross-functional execution. Support PLM leadership by translating strategic priorities into. Partner with PLM Strategy & Excellence and PLM”
What You'll Achieve.
Deliver PLM initiatives on time, within scope, and with high quality; Provide accurate forecasting; Ensure seamless delivery and effective execution of PLM Strategy & Roadmap
Industry & Context.
Deviation analysis; Risk management; Resolve execution challenges
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business, Operations, or Life science graduation, 8+ years of experience in PLM operations, Master Data Operations, program management, or business operations, experience working cross‑functionally to drive execution and deliver results, Demonstrated ability to perform business process modeling, solution architecture, Data Architecture, deviation analysis, forecasting, and risk management, Proven program management skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously, Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including executive-level communication, Ability to work independently, manage ambiguity, and exercise sound judgment
Nice to Have
Experience in PLM systems and regulated environments, Familiarity with PLM governance models, KPIs, and operational metrics, Experience supporting global teams and stakeholders, Experience with PLM Tools (e.g. , Siemens Teamcenter, Agile PLM, SAP PLM), SAP S/4 PLM etc., Agentic AI and LLM applications in PLM ecosystem e. g. , SAP, Signavio, LIMS, and Camstar
What You'll Do.
Support PLM leadership by translating strategic priorities into
Partner with PLM Strategy & Excellence and PLM
Serve as gatekeeper of End-to-End PLM Business Process
value stream analysis and relevant Roadmap
Champion and evolve PLM Solution Architecture
Develop and maintain forecasts for program delivery
Lead program management and Governance activities
Establish and maintain program governance
Collaborate with Engineering
Act as a primary point of contact for
and effective communication
Prepare executive-ready status updates
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-functional teams; Stakeholder communication
Communication Scope
Executive communication; Status updates; Dashboards; Reports
Process & Methodology
Program management, Milestone tracking, Dependency management, Risk tracking, Issue tracking, KPI reporting, Execution discipline
Full Job Description
What if the work you did every day could impact the lives of people you know? Or all of humanity? ## At Illumina, we are expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity for billions of people around the world. Our efforts enable life-changing discoveries that are transforming human health through the early detection and diagnosis of diseases and new treatment options for patients. ## Working at Illumina means being part of something bigger than yourself. Every person, in every role, has the opportunity to make a difference. Surrounded by extraordinary people, inspiring leaders, and world changing projects, you will do more and become more than you ever thought possible. ## **Job Summary** The PLM Program / Operations Lead (P04) is responsible for **supporting PLM strategy and driving operational execution** across complex, cross‑functional PLM initiatives. This role partners closely with PLM Strategy & Excellence, PLM Operations and key stakeholders to ensure seamless **delivery and effective execution of PLM Strategy & Roadmap while providing accurate forecasting, and strong program governance**. The position operates with a high level of autonomy and serves as a critical link between strategy and execution. **Key Responsibilities** * Support PLM leadership by **translating strategic priorities into actionable plans, programs, and milestones** * Partner with PLM Strategy & Excellence and PLM Operations to **deliver PLM initiatives on time, within scope, and with high quality** * Serves as the gatekeeper of End-to-End PLM Business Process Maps, supporting narratives, value stream analysis and relevant Roadmap artefacts * Champions and evolves PLM Solution Architecture that involves Business Process Architecture, Data Architecture, Master Data Management & Data Governance Develop and maintain **forecasts for program delivery, capacity, and execution risks** * Lead **program management and Governance activities** , including milestone tracking, depende
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