Position Summary This position will act as a pivotal technical and functional resource driving the digital transformation of manufacturing and supply chain landscape. This role is deeply focused on executing global SAP S/4HANA implementations and managing an integrated technology ecosystem. The Manager will provide direct, hands-on leadership over the configuration, rollout, cross-platform integration, and site-level hypercare for SAP S/4HANA modules (PP, MM, QM, WM) alongside Kinaxis interfaces. Leading a high-performing team of systems analysts, this individual bridges the gap between complex digital transformation roadmaps and day-to-day site execution within a highly regulated GxP pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities 1. SAP S/4HANA Implementation &

• Module Configuration • Lead and support hands-on technical and functional configuration during greenfield or brownfield SAP S/4HANA global implementations/ Change requests across localized manufacturing sites.

• o Production Planning (PP): Discrete/Repetitive manufacturing, MRP, capacity planning, and shop floor execution. o APO/Kinaxis/IBP : Solid Knowledge into one of the given supply planning engines. o Materials Management (MM): Inventory management, purchasing workflows, and material master architecture. o Quality Management (QM): Inspection lots, quality certificates, and in-process controls. o Warehouse Management (WM/eWM): Warehouse Structure &

• Bin Management, Goods Receipt &

• Put away, Picking and Packing, Goods Issue &

• Shipping.

• Translate site-level manufacturing bottlenecks into robust SAP standard configurations, custom enhancements (RICEFW objects), and process optimizations. 1.

Digital

Transformation &

• Project Delivery • Serve as the IT Project Lead for site-level digital supply chain transformations, transitioning legacy ecosystems toward automated,



cloud-enabled architectures.

• Collaborate with business champions to leverage SAP and Kinaxis features for advanced predictive analytics, end-to-end inventory visibility, and compressed S&OP; planning cycles.

• Direct cross-functional project teams through Agile sprints, managing blueprinting workshops, fit-gap analyses, realization gates, and cutover execution.

1. GxP Compliance &

• Quality Assurance • Author, review, and execute rigid Computer Systems Validation (CSV) protocols, including User Requirement Specifications (URS), Functional Specifications, and User Acceptance Testing (UAT) scripts under GxP and FDA 21 CFR Part 11 guidance.

• Maintain rigorous change-control management protocols for all custom SAP ABAP developments, transport requests, and Kinaxis workbook modifications.

• Ensure all system configurations pass internal software quality gates and support regulatory compliance audits with precise technical documentation.

Qualifications &

Experience Profiles Education • Required: Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related technical discipline.

• Preferred: Advanced certifications in SAP S/4HANA architecture or specialized Kinaxis Author credentials.

Professional

Experience • 7–9+ years of progressive experience in IT application management, business systems analysis, or enterprise consulting within a manufacturing environment.

• Hands-on Implementation Track Record:



Proven involvement in at least 1–2 full lifecycle implementations of SAP S/4HANA within a corporate or consulting capacity.

• Regulated Industry Experience: Direct experience delivering validated software solutions inside a regulated GxP landscape (e.g., Pharmaceuticals, Life Sciences, Biotech, CDMO, or Medical Devices). Technical &

• Functional Competencies • SAP Master Mastery: Deep configuration and troubleshooting knowledge in at least three of the specified modules: APO/IBP, PP, MM, QM, WM.

• Integration Expertise: Practical experience configuring and monitoring automated data pipelines utilizing SAP BTP (Business Technology Platform), CPI, IDOCs, APIs, and XML architectures.

• Methodologies: Expert alignment with Agile/Scrum project frameworks, automated testing tools, and structured transport/release management policies.

Preferred

Certifications • SAP Certified Application Associate (specifically in S/4HANA Production Planning, Materials Management, or Enterprise Architecture) • Kinaxis Certified Solution Author or Core Contributor • Project Management certification (PMP, CAPM, or Certified ScrumMaster) • APICS CPIM or CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional) Experience: 6-10 years Skill: Technical &

• Functional Competencies • SAP Master Mastery: Deep configuration and troubleshooting knowledge in at least three of the specified modules: APO/IBP, PP, MM, QM, WM.

• Integration Expertise: Practical experience configuring and monitoring automated data pipelines utilizing SAP BTP (Business Technology Platform), CPI, IDOCs, APIs, and XML architectures.

• Methodologies: Expert alignment with Agile/Scrum project frameworks, automated testing tools, and structured transport/release management policies.

SAP S/4HANA, GxP, SAP BTP, SAP PP

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🏢 UST
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