Job Description

Requisition ID: 63499



Date: Oct 10, 2023



Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka, IN



Department: Digtl & Transfrmtion



Description:
At West, we\xe2\x80\x99re a dedicated team that is connected by a purpose to improve patient lives that has been at the center of our Company for more than a century. Our story began when Herman O. West solved the problem of supplying penicillin in mass quantities to the US Government during World War 2. Through our work to deliver thousands of life-saving and life-enhancing injectable medicines to millions of patients daily, West\xe2\x80\x99s indelible mark on the healthcare industry has just begun. A name started our story. How will yours help write our future?
There\xe2\x80\x99s no better place to join an inclusive community of professionals with opportunities for lifelong learning, growth and development. Supported by benefit programs, we empower the physical, mental, emotional and financial health of our team members and their families.
We believe in giving back to help those in need in the communities where we live and work. And are equally committed to creating a healthier environment and planet through our sustainability efforts. Job Summary:

The Sr. Solution Architect-D&T- SAP EWM is accountable for collaborating with the Principal D&T SAP MM and the Principal D&T, SAP SD in various locations to define, deliver and support D&T enabled business solutions for the Operations, Supply Chain and Shipping functions. This role will also help determine business needs and design & deliver technical solutions for these areas. The Sr. Sol. Architect, D&T, SAP WM/LE has primary accountability for the delivery of Warehouse Management system/EWM services including project delivery, system configuration and enhancement and production support in alignment with West D&T and company policies and procedures. This role will also steer the design and implementation of Transportation Management (TM) module in SAP in collaboration with Principal D&T SAP SD.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for leading the design and implementation of an SAP WM/EWM and LE solution-delivery of project deliverables including blue prints, functional and technical specifications, system configuration, testing, training and go-live support.
• Should have experience in SAP EWM module Skills and at least one end to end SAP EWM Implementation Experience.
• Experience in SAP EWM configuration/Solutions evaluation/ Validation and deployment.
• Key areas of expertise \xe2\x80\x93 Inbound, outbound, replenishment, physical inventory and handling unit management.
• Sound knowledge on EWM-PP, EWM-QM and EWM-SD process integration. Nice to have MES system integration knowledge.
• Partnering with key Business and IT stakeholders to outlay the global design of Extended Warehouse Management and delivery of the design globally.
• Utilize specialized expertise in the area to collaborate with Operations, Supply Chain and the Manufacturing Sites to define detailed User Stories for D&T enablement of business needs. This includes interpreting any issues and recommending solutions or best practices.
• Provide system support and maintenance in alignment with standards and process set within the ERP Services Delivery model, West policies and procedures as well as Regulatory requirements including but not limited to Sarbanes-Oxley and FDA GMP.
• Create and maintain system lifecycle documents in accordance with West policies and procedures, including creation and maintenance of SOPs, SOIs and Job Aids.
• Work within and participates in the Change Control process.
• Perform other duties as assigned based on business needs.

Education and Experience:

• 5-8 years of related work experience
• Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree Computer Science, Information Systems, or other related field or equivalent experience.
• Preferred but not required: Agile & Scrum Certification, ITIL, S/4 HANA .

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent SAP skills \xe2\x80\x93 system functionality and technical understanding
• Must be up to date on latest ERP release, including detailed knowledge of EWM and TM
• HANA knowledge preferred
• Ability to work in a virtual environment in a global organization and to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced & complex environment with a self-motivated work ethic; utilize sound judgment with an ability to manage multiple priorities with a sense of urgency.
• Proficient English language skills
• Willingness to global travel
• Able to be aware of all relevant SOPs as per Company policy as they are related to the position covered by this
• Support and contribute in Lean Sigma programs and activities towards delivery of the set target
• Able to comply with the company\xe2\x80\x99s safety policy at all times
• Able to comply with the company\xe2\x80\x99s quality policy at all times.

Physical and Travel Requirements

• 25% travel, including global travel
• Occasional on-call work required
• Position in India: Prefer 12pm \xe2\x80\x93 9pm India time. Willingness to work outside of these hours as needed.

West is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you have a special need that requires accommodation in order to apply to West, please send an email to Apply.Accommodation@westpharma.com. Where permitted by law, an offer of employment with West Pharmaceutical Services, or any of its subsidiary or affiliate companies, is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of background screening and/or a pre-employment drug screening.