SAP Solution Director, Life Sciences
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Job description
This individual will play a key role in driving digital transformation initiatives, designing scalable SAP ecosystems, and ensuring solutions align with business priorities, operational excellence, and industry compliance standards., <>SAP Strategy & Transformation
- Define and execute enterprise SAP strategy aligned with business and operational objectives.
- Lead digital transformation initiatives supporting clinical operations, manufacturing, supply chain, and regulatory functions.
- Drive innovation through adoption of emerging technologies and modern SAP capabilities.
<>Solution Architecture & Delivery
- Lead architecture, design, implementation, and optimization of SAP platforms including SAP S/4HANA, ECC, ATTP, and EHS.
- Develop scalable and compliant SAP landscapes that support long-term business growth.
- Guide cloud transformation and SAP modernization programs.
<>Executive Stakeholder Engagement
- Partner with senior business and technology stakeholders to define solution roadmaps and priorities.
- Translate business requirements into scalable SAP strategies.
- Present solution approaches and demonstrate measurable business value.
<>Program Leadership & Governance
- Oversee end-to-end delivery of complex SAP programs including implementations, upgrades, validation, and optimization efforts.
- Manage budgets, delivery timelines, governance, and resource allocation.
- Coordinate execution across business teams, technology groups, and external partners.
<>Compliance & Quality Assurance
- Ensure SAP environments align with industry requirements including FDA, EMA, GxP, 21 CFR Part 11, SOX, GDPR, and HIPAA.
- Lead validation activities and support audit readiness initiatives.
<>Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with teams across R&D, Clinical Operations, Regulatory Affairs, Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain to deliver tailored business solutions.
<>Data Governance & Security
- Establish strong controls around data integrity and application security.
- Ensure protection of sensitive operational and patient-related information.
<>Team Leadership
- Build, mentor, and develop high-performing SAP teams.
- Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Requirements
The ideal candidate will combine deep SAP expertise with strong consulting, leadership, and stakeholder engagement experience in highly regulated environments., <>SAP Expertise
- Strong functional and technical understanding across SAP modules including FI/CO, MM, SD, PP, QM, and ATTP
- Experience leading SAP S/4HANA transformation and migration initiatives
- Knowledge of SAP integration architecture, ABAP, and SAP UI5/Fiori
- Exposure to Agile delivery and enterprise transformation programs
<>Industry Experience
- Deep understanding of Life Sciences and Healthcare operating environments
- Experience delivering solutions within regulated industries
<>Leadership Competencies
- Executive communication and stakeholder management skills
- Strong program and transformation leadership experience
- Analytical and problem-solving mindset
- Ability to align technology delivery with strategic business outcomes, * 15-22 years of SAP experience, including leadership of enterprise transformation initiatives within Life Sciences and Healthcare environments, * SAP Certification in relevant modules
- PMP or equivalent program management certification preferred
- ITIL certification preferred, * Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Business Administration, or related field
- Master's degree preferred (MBA, Engineering, Information Systems, or equivalent)
Benefits & conditions
- Annual incentive eligibility
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Disability and insurance options
- Family and parental support programs
- Retirement and financial wellness offerings
- Professional development and certification reimbursement
- Paid time off and holidays