PLM Solution Architect

PLM Solution Architect

We are seeking an experienced PLM Solution Architect to support a large-scale, global Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) transformation programme within the Research & Development division of a global food manufacturer.

This is a newly created strategic role that will play a critical part in driving the successful implementation of a Siemens PLM solution across multiple regions.

The successful candidate will combine deep PLM domain expertise in food manufacturing with strong stakeholder engagement capabilities and hands-on implementation experience within complex food manufacturing environments

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support the end-to-end implementation of the Siemens PLM platform across the organisation.
• Act as the primary PLM subject matter expert for the global R&D transformation programme.
• Work closely with stakeholders across: Research & Development, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Procurement, Distribution
• Translate business requirements into scalable PLM solution designs and architectures.
• Product release into production
• Support early-stage RFP and vendor engagement activities where required.
• Ensure alignment between business processes, data governance, and PLM system capabilities.
• Collaborate with technical and business leadership to support ongoing transformation initiatives.
• Drive process alignment across the full product lifecycle, including:
• Idea initiation and innovation
• Raw materials management
• Bills of Materials (BOMs)
• Specifications and formulations
• Packaging and labelling

Required Experience & Skills

• Proven experience as a PLM Solution Architect or similar senior PLM leadership role.
• Strong end-to-end understanding of Product Lifecycle Management processes.
• Hands-on experience delivering PLM implementations within complex manufacturing environments.
• Experience with Siemens PLM solutions is strongly preferred, though experience with other leading PLM platforms will also be considered.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to engage cross-functional global teams.
• Strong understanding of R&D and innovation processes, within food manufacturing
• Ability to operate effectively in large-scale transformation programmes with multiple stakeholders and regions.
• Experience contributing to solution selection, RFPs, and vendor evaluation processes is advantageous.

Preferred Background

• Approximately 10+ years of relevant experience, although candidates with strong PLM implementation expertise and demonstrable delivery success will also be considered.
• Experience working in global or multi-regional organisations.
• Experience within food manufacturing
• Exposure to enterprise transformation programmes and change management initiatives.

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