Lead Consultant (Product Expert) – Production to Dispatch Door (Clinical)

Job Title: Lead Consultant (Product Expert) – Production to Dispatch Door (Clinical)

Career Level: GCL - E

Relevant Experience: 10-15 years

Location: Chennai

We are one purpose-led global organisation. The enablers and innovators, ensuring that we can fulfil our mission to push the boundaries of science and discover and develop life-changing medicines. We take pride in working close to the cause, opening the locks to save lives, ultimately making a massive difference to the outside world.

AstraZeneca (AZ) is in a period of strong growth and our employees have a united purpose to make a difference to patients around the world who need both our medicines and the ongoing developments from our science.   In this journey AZ must continue to work across borders and with partners and new colleagues in a fast and seamless way.  The ambition, size and complexity of the organisation, coupled with the opportunities afforded by new technology, has led the Board to approve a large-scale transformation programme – Axial.

The Axial Programme will be powered by S/4HANA a new ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) system which will be implemented right across the organisation and will provide our business with standardised processes, enhanced financial management, common data and real time reporting, transforming the way we work through our entire supply chain - from bench to patient.

The new system will be used by more than 20,000 employees daily, is foundational to all AZ entities and is central to most core business processes.  This is a once in a generation programme for AstraZeneca and will shape our ways of working globally for many years to come.

The Axial programme needs the best talent to work in it.  Whether it’s the technical skills, business understanding or change leadership, we want to ensure we have the strongest team deployed throughout.  We are aiming to deliver a world class change programme that leaves all employees with a fuller understanding of their role in the end-to-end nature of our global company.  This programme will provide AZ with a competitive edge, to the benefit of our employees, customers and patients.

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and skilled Lead Consultant (Product Expert) with specialized knowledge in SAP Manufacturing modules like SAP PP, SAP QM, etc. The ideal candidate will be demonstrating a deep understanding of Manufacturing business processes and the ability to drive successful integration projects with S/4HANA and other business solutions like MES, etc. This role requires excellent business analysis, problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively with globally distributed cross-functional teams. As an IT Clinical Supply Product Authority, you will be specifically aligned to an AZ operations capability associated with Clinical Supply. During the global process phase, you will work alongside and support the Enterprise Business Partner and Product Managers in defining the integrated IT solution for your capability, specifically passionate about S/4HANA but also incorporating other applications. You will be responsible for ensuring integration between business process definition, SAP solution definition and SAP data objects definition. You will create the solution documentation that defines the global standard solution and ensures that it is fully and effectively tested in line with AZ testing standards. You will work with collaborators to ensure agreement with the design and support the passage of the solution design through the appropriate governance forums. You will work closely with other BAs in the wider S/4HANA design team to ensure that the solutions are effectively coordinated in to the AstraZeneca global standard design. This will also include working with SMEs from our external partners to ensure that the AZ solution adopts standard and groundbreaking technology in fulfilling the design.

What you’ll do

• Design and implement integration solutions between SAP S/4HANA Manufacturing Modules
• Provide expert advice on best practices for SAP S/4HANA MFG modules like SAP PP & SAP APO
• Play a vital role in ensuring the seamless integration between S/4HANA and MES solutions like PAS-X
• Provide functional expertise and support for SAP S/4HANA deployment especially in the Manufacturing space.
• Support on SAP functional testing, SIT and UAT phases till production deployment.
• Analyse and optimize supply chain processes to improve efficiency and effectiveness using systems integration
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including IT, supply chain, and other business units, to ensure integrated solutions.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation per AZ standards.
• Identify opportunities for automation and implement innovative solutions to enhance business operations.
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends, technologies, and MFG best practices to continuously enhance skills and knowledge.

Essential for the role

• Technical proficiency in SAP S/4HANA PP, QM, etc
• Strong understanding of supply chain planning and optimization
• Experience of Pharmaceutical supply chain business activities and the required business outcomes within the relevant capability area
• Leadership and team management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities & projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to quality and accuracy.
• In-depth knowledge of Manufacturing business processes and best practices.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

Desirable for the role

• Knowledge of Clinical supply technologies and functionalities
• Knowledge in ICSM/ SAP S/4HANA or business area
• Experience in SAP configuration designs for supply chain modules
• Worked in a hybrid environment with a mix of internal and external resources in multiple geographical locations.
• Knowledge of the SAP application roadmap as it is relevant to your line of business and the ability to translate that roadmap into the AZ strategic view

Why AstraZeneca?

At Astrazeneca we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration, and always committed to lifelong learning, growth and development. We’re on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare.

So, what’s next?

• Are you already imaging yourself joining our team? Good, because we can’t wait to hear from you.
• Are you ready to bring new ideas and fresh thinking to the table? Brilliant! We have one seat available and hope its yours
• If you’re curious to know more then we welcome your application no later than

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