SAP Manufacturing & Quality Management Consultant (PP/QM)

Location: Basel-Stadt
Industry: Consulting Life Science

Main tasks:

• Understand, elaborate and implement Quality Management and Manufacturing Business Processes in ERP.
• Manage business process implementations in ERP systems (enhancements and new solutions), train and support users, identify areas of improvement and develop and promote respective solutions.
• Develop and maintain a deep understanding of the organization's pharmaceutical manufacturing processes and systems to identify areas for improvement and optimization.
• Collaborate with stakeholders from various departments to gather and analyze data to support decision-making.
• Identify and prioritize opportunities for process improvement and automation in pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Provide guidance and support to business analysts to develop their skills and competencies.
• Manage project timelines and deliverables to ensure timely completion of projects.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory requirements and industry standards.

Key Performance Indicators:

• Projects implemented according to the project plan (deliverables, time, budget).
• Regulatory and Quality (GxP) compliance with uniform and consistent high quality.
• Successful implementation of Digital Transformation project.
• Business process analysis/design is available, correct, and complete.
• Ensure efficient business process implementation in the Manufacturing Quality Management area.
• Regular identification and implementation of continuous improvement opportunities.

Your qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in science, Engineering, Information Technology, Operations, Pharmacy, or equivalent.
• Certification in SAP S/4 HANA in Manufacturing/Quality Management Module.
  
• Fluent in English (oral and written) and any other languages is an advantage
• Several years professional experience in SAP Manufacturing and Quality Management Consultant role in the big 5 pharmaceutical industry.
• Several years of experience in SAP Consulting.
• Experience working in the regulated industry with familiarity working in the GxP processes and Computerized system validation (CSV) environment.
• Active participation in ERP projects and consulting in SAP Manufacturing and Quality Management.
• Intense knowledge about integration setup of a large ERP system, exceptional functional SAP knowledge in PP (Production Planning)/QM (Quality Management) Module.
• Experience working on a large-scale support project would be advantageous.
• Experience in Clinical trials supply management would be preferred.
• Experience in Solution Design is a must.
• Extensive knowledge of interface setup using IDocs/XML message/RFC.
• Proficiency in ABAP Debugging would be preferred.
• Experience in MES/LIMS interface implementation would be advantageous.
• Experience working on SAP S/4 HANA would be preferred.
• Experience with SAP Cloud solutions such as SAP Batch Release Hub (BRH) / SAP Intelligent Clinical Supply Management (ICSM) would be advantageous.
• Project management experience with the ability to manage timelines and deliverables.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry standards related to pharmaceutical manufacturing processes is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent people management, leadership, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to facilitate a holistic perspective and understand business needs.
• Motivated to continuously expand her/his knowledge of the life science industry.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work globally to coordinate the work of associates at all levels.
• Considerable organization awareness (e.g., the interrelationship of departments, business priorities) including experience in working cross-functionally and in global teams across cultures.

Benefits:

• Flat hierarchies and responsibility from the beginning
• People-oriented culture
• Diversity and inclusion-focused environment
• Global client projects in a multinational environment
• Flexible working hours and home office
• Involvement in global conferences
• Individual professional development, training, and coaching
• Unlimited full employment contract
• Excellent remuneration package consisting of a competitive salary plus a substantial bonus