IT Change Management Lead

Job#: 3047568

Job Description:

Sr Organizational Change Manager

5 days onsite in Nashville TN

12 month contract to extend

We are seeking a senior-level IT Change Management Lead to support a large-scale manufacturing transformation initiative, including the implementation of a new facility in Hopkinsville, KY and the decommissioning of the Nashville manufacturing site.

This role will lead end-to-end IT change coordination across business, IT, operations, and engineering, ensuring seamless system integrations, validated processes, and successful user adoption.

Key Responsibilities

Program & Change Leadership

• Lead IT change management strategy for new site startup and legacy site closure
• Serve as the primary liaison across IT, Manufacturing Operations, Engineering, and Business teams
• Drive cross-functional alignment on system readiness, cutover, and transition plans
• Identify risks, dependencies, and mitigation plans across all change activities

Systems Implementation & Integration

• Coordinate deployment and integration of enterprise and manufacturing systems (MES, ERP, WMS, infrastructure, shop floor systems)
• Ensure alignment of IT deliverables with operational startup milestones
• Oversee data migration, system validation readiness, and cutover execution

Validation & Testing (GxP/Regulated Environment Preferred)

• Lead execution and oversight of:

o UAT (User Acceptance Testing)

o IQ (Installation Qualification)

o OQ (Operational Qualification)

o PQ (Performance Qualification)

• Ensure documentation, traceability, and compliance with validation standards

Training & Adoption

• Develop and execute training strategies for plant users, supervisors, and support teams
• Coordinate creation of SOPs, job aids, and system guides
• Drive readiness and adoption across all user groups

Cutover & Hypercare

• Lead cutover planning and execution for new site go-live
• Establish and manage hypercare support model (triage, issue resolution, stabilization)
• Track and report stabilization metrics, system performance, and issue resolution

Top Skills for an ideal candidate:

• Proven experience with greenfield site implementations and/or plant shutdowns
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing systems (MES, ERP, WMS, shop floor technologies)
• Hands-on experience with validation processes (UAT, IQ/OQ/PQ)
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams in high-pressure, time-sensitive environments
• Experience in regulated industries (e.g., tobacco, pharma, CPG) strongly preferred
• Exceptional stakeholder management and executive communication skills

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Employee Type:

Contract

Location:

Nashville, TN, US

Job Type:

Date Posted:

August 25, 2026

Pay Range:

$65 - $80 per hour

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