Product Domain Lead - Manufacturing
About The Position
Weir Group is delivering S4+, one of the most ambitious business transformation programmes in the industrial sector. Built around SAP S/4HANA, S4+ is creating a single global operating model that will transform manufacturing, operations, data, and ways of working across Weir's worldwide business. We're looking for an experienced Product Domain Lead - Manufacturing to drive the strategy, delivery, and long-term ownership of our Manufacturing domain. This is a rare opportunity to shape global manufacturing processes at scale while influencing the future operating model of a leading engineering organisation. As Product Domain Lead, you will lead the evolution of Weir's manufacturing capabilities across production planning, shop floor execution, quality management, and plant maintenance. You will act as the bridge between business strategy and product delivery, converting strategic goals into a prioritised roadmap that delivers measurable business value. This is a high-profile leadership role that extends beyond programme delivery and becomes a permanent ownership position within Weir's global operating model.
Requirements
- Senior leadership experience within manufacturing, operations, or industrial environments
- Deep knowledge of production planning, shop floor operations, quality management, and maintenance
- Proven success leading large-scale business transformation or ERP programmes
- Strong SAP S/4HANA experience, ideally across manufacturing and operations processes
- Experience driving global process standardisation and operating model change
- Ability to lead Product Owners, SMEs, and cross-functional teams in a complex programme environment
- Strong stakeholder management and strategic decision-making skills
Nice To Haves
- Experience within global engineering, mining, industrial, or heavy manufacturing organisations
- Knowledge of Agile delivery methodologies and product operating models
- Experience with MES platforms and operational excellence frameworks
Responsibilities
- Own and execute the Manufacturing domain strategy, roadmap, and prioritised backlog
- Lead Product Owners, SMEs, and cross-functional teams across the manufacturing domain
- Drive adoption of SAP S/4HANA best practice and fit-to-standard principles
- Enable global process harmonisation across multiple divisions and regions
- Partner with delivery, architecture, and business leaders to ensure successful outcomes
- Govern requirements, process decisions, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Track benefits realisation, adoption, operational performance, and business value
Benefits
- Work remotely with international stakeholders and manufacturing sites worldwide
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
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