Supply Chain Business Systems Manager

Supply Chain Business Systems Manager  

Position Overview: We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Supply Chain Business Systems Manager with a strong background in Supply Chain operations within the biotech industry. The ideal candidate will possess in-depth expertise in SAP implementation, SAP Center of Excellence (CoE) practices, and a profound understanding of materials management, material planning, master data, and logistics processes. This individual will play a crucial role in driving the successful development and optimization of SAP solutions within our organization's Supply Chain, ensuring efficient and seamless operations. 

Responsibilities: 

• Lead and manage the end-to-end enhancement of SAP solutions within the biotech Supply Chain domain, including materials management, material planning, master data, and logistics functions. 

• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including IT, Supply Chain Planning, Materials Management, Operations, and business stakeholders, to gather requirements, design solutions, and ensure successful project delivery. 

• Serve as the subject matter expert for SAP-related processes, providing guidance, best practices, and training to team members and end-users. 

• Develop and maintain a SAP Center of Excellence (CoE) for Supply Chain functions, establishing governance, standards, and continuous improvement initiatives. 

• Analyze existing business processes, identify inefficiencies, and recommend process improvements to enhance overall operational efficiency and effectiveness. 

• Lead the configuration, customization, and integration efforts of SAP modules relevant to materials management, material planning, master data, and logistics. 

• Collaborate with external vendors, consultants, and partners to ensure successful SAP implementation and ongoing support. 

• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure on-time and within-budget project execution. 

• Conduct thorough testing and quality assurance of SAP solutions, ensuring accuracy and alignment with business requirements. 

• Collaborate with data governance teams to maintain accurate and up-to-date master data, ensuring data integrity and consistency. 

• Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices related to SAP and Supply Chain management within the biotech sector. 

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Information Systems, or a related field. 

• A minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience in Supply Chain operations, with a focus on materials management, material planning, master data, and logistics processes. 

• Proven track record of successful SAP implementation and configuration, preferably within a biotech or pharmaceutical environment. 

• Strong understanding of SAP Center of Excellence (CoE) principles and best practices. 

• Proficiency in SAP modules related to Supply Chain functions, such as SAP MM, SAP PP, and SAP WM. 

• Excellent project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and deliver results within established timelines and budgets. 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify process inefficiencies and recommend effect