Senior Consultant - SAP PP

Job Title: Senior Consultant - SAP PP

Career Level : D3

SAP Experience : 8 to 11 Years

Location : Chennai

Introduction to Role: Are you a guide in SAP Production Planning (PP) with a passion for contributing to the world of life-saving medicines? If you are passionate about applying your expertise to support and provide solutions for business requirements in a company that is driven by science and innovation, then AstraZeneca is the place for you!

Accountabilities: You will be responsible for support activities as part of Application Management and for designing global IT solutions, delivering improvements & projects as part of Application Development. You will support the business teams in process design to ensure alignment with SAP standard functionality. You will function as a source of knowledge in one or more sub-processes, systems and technologies associated with the distribution process area.

Essential Skills/Experience:

SAP PP experience of 10+ years SAP PP implementation experience from design to completion of deployment Experience with S/4 project implementations / rollouts / AMS Knowledge on API’s and CPI integration aspects Strong knowledge in Business process configuration and interface solutions between SAP and Third-Party Systems (e.g. MES - PAS-X & Shop floor systems - Systech / Metler Toledo) Good knowledge on integration aspects and configuration dependencies with SAP QM, MM, EWM, SD & FICO modules Experience in working on Data Migration projects Strong knowledge and experience on latest S/4 technologies and functionalities Experience of Pharmaceutical supply chain business activities and the required business outcomes within the relevant capability area Good understanding of GXP and SOX requirements Strong collaborator able to work across the teams, communicate in Business & IT terms and work independently Worked in a hybrid environment with a mix of internal and external resources across geographical locations Good Communication and Relationship Building skills with an ability to Influence others to achieve Objectives Good Presentation skills and the ability to convey sophisticated concepts to cross functional audiences Confident to challenge the status quo and facilitate different perspectives to drive solutions Innovative capabilities, agile approach requiring strategic thinking and foresight Self-motivated with the ability to prioritise optimally to ensure project goals are achieved SAP Certified in SAP S/4HANA Production Planning and Manufacturing

Desirable Skills/Experience:

• Good understanding on supply & demand planning with coordinated systems like SAP APO/ OMP
• Awareness about SAP Activate, EML, Agile, JIRA, SAP Solution Manager, BPML & Testing Tools
• Knowledge of non-SAP technologies in the relevant line of business e.g., MES like SAP MES / PAS-X and Shop floor systems like Systech / Metler Toledo
• Exposure to SAP EWM will be an added advantage
• Knowledge on S/4 new BOM’s – ICSM / Digital Manufacturing
• Data Migration with S/4HANA Migration Cockpit

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we ignite bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That’s why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we’re not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and daring world.

Apply now to be part of our journey in redefining digital healthcare!

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorisation and employment eligibility verification requirements.