SAP Delivery Manager - Capability Lead

Job Title: SAP Delivery Manager - Capability Lead

Location:Hybrid position based in Guadalajara, Mexico

This role requires strong conversational English skills.

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced SAP Delivery Manager to lead and manage projects focused on delivering SAP Solutions. The candidate will lead global teams of functional and technical resources to scope, design, build, test, and deliver solutions in a regulated and compliant state. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing large-scale projects within a multinational environment, preferably within the Life Sciences sector, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the agreed scope.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Assist in the definition of SAP project scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders while ensuring technical feasibility.

• Coordinate with SAP Capability Managers to secure resources, considering global priorities.

• Manage changes to the SAP project scope, schedule, and costs using appropriate project delivery methodologies.

• Execute all activities using AstraZeneca Project Delivery Framework.

• Ensure risks are managed appropriately, reporting and escalating to management as needed.

• Manage a small team of Guadalajara-based Delivery Managers, conducting performance reviews, supporting development, and ensuring compliance with all policies.

• Execute AZ and ECS people strategies in relation to direct reports.

• Successfully manage relationships with internal customers and other stakeholders.

• Coordinate internal resources and third-party vendors for the flawless execution of projects.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Understanding and/or hands-on experience in software development.

• Excellent customer-facing and internal communication skills.

• Working Knowledge of SAP Solution Manager & Service Now.

• Solid organizational skills, including attention to detail and multitasking abilities.

• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Products, including but not limited to Excel, Word, Project, and PowerPoint.

• Experience in a validated environment and awareness of GXP and SOX requirements.

• Experience in managing teams of up to 10 people.

• Experience working in globally distributed teams within a matrix structure.

• Proficiency in English and Spanish, with excellent spoken and written skills. Portuguese is a plus.

• Willingness to travel.

• Proven working experience in any SAP Core Technologies is a plus.

• Knowledge or previous experience in SAP testing tools, frameworks, or best practices.

• Knowledge or previous experience with any Project Portfolio Management tool.

• PMP / PRINCE II / SAP Activate Certification.

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we spark ambitious 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 high-reaching world.

Play your part in supplying to a business truly dedicated to its purpose and patients. United by a shared connection and commitment, we can see how everything we do adds up to a bigger impact on patients and society. Working for an enterprise at the forefront of science brings a huge sense of pride in our potential to transform lives.

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.