Senior Solution Architect D&T SAP PP

At West, we’re 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’s indelible mark on the healthcare
industry has just begun. A name started our story. How will yours help write our
future?  

There’s 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 Senior Solution Architect, D&T, SAP PP requires in-depth knowledge and
experience and is accountable for collaborating with the D&T team in various
locations to define, deliver and support IT enabled business solutions for the
Quality Management. 

This role will also help determine business needs and design & deliver technical
solutions for these areas. The role handles the delivery of Quality systems
including project delivery, system configuration and enhancement plus production
support in alignment with West D&T and company policies and procedures will be
your main focus.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

* Possesses solid understanding of overall vision and business needs and
utilize specialized expertise to collaborate with Quality and Operations to
define detailed User Stories for D&T enablement of business needs. This
includes interpreting any issues and recommending solutions or best
practices.
* Utilizes knowledge of best practices to help determine business needs and
design & deliver technical solutions for QA, in partner with Application and
Infrastructure.
* Essential core member of agile sprint team(s) to configure and develop
optimal technical solutions / features.
* Provide technical delivery of functionality to meet defined business
requirements as described in User Stories.
* 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.
* Conform with and abide by all regulations, policies, work procedures,
instruction, and all safety rules.
* Other duties as assigned

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EDUCATION

* Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science or Information
Systems

WORK EXPERIENCE

* 5-8 years of related work experience, i.e. 3 or more full implementations of
SAP PP solutions
* Preferred but not required: Agile & Scrum Certification, ITIL

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

* Solid SAP skills – system functionality and technical understanding of PP and
related areas (QM, MM, PM)
* Good knowledge on Shop floor and Manufacturing Interfaces (MES).
* Must be up to date on latest ERP release.
* Strong 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.
* 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 Job Description
* Support and contribute in Lean Sigma programs and activities towards delivery
of the set target
* Able to comply with the company’s safety and quality policy at all times

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

* Willing to work in shift 12:00pm to 9:00pm
* 15% travel, including global travel
* Occasional on-call work required

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 [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.