Manufacturing Systems Integration Lead (SAP S/4HANA & MES) - Remote

We are seeking an experienced SAP S/4HANA MES Liaison / MES Upgrade Assessment Lead to evaluate Manufacturing Execution System (MES) landscapes impacted by SAP S/4HANA transformations. This role will act as the bridge between SAP and manufacturing teams, assessing integrations, identifying upgrade requirements, mitigating risks, and driving MES readiness for S/4HANA adoption., Assess current MES environments and S/4HANA integration impacts. Develop upgrade and migration recommendations. Identify risks, dependencies, and remediation plans. Coordinate across SAP, MES, manufacturing, and quality teams. Support roadmap planning, testing, and deployment readiness activities.

Strong experience with SAP ECC/S/4HANA and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES). Expertise in MES assessment, integration analysis, and upgrade planning. Experience with platforms such as Syncade, PharmaSuite, Opcenter, PAS-X, Camstar, or similar MES solutions. Ability to work with business, IT, validation, and manufacturing stakeholders. Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, system integrations, and data flows.

Pulled from the full job description

• Paid parental leave

• Employee stock purchase plan

• Parental leave

• 401(k)

• Health insurance

• Paid time off

• Vision insurance, Preferred: Experience in Life Sciences, Pharma, Medical Devices, Consumer Products, or Manufacturing industries. Compensation: - Base Pay + COLA and this position is also eligible for Cognizant's discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant's applicable plans. Application will be accepted by 8/13/2026 Benefits : Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

• Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off

• 401(k) plan and contributions

• Long-term/Short-term Disability

• Paid Parental Leave

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

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