Sr Manager SAP PLM Architect - Specification Management
Sr Manager SAP PLM Architect - Specification Management
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At Gilead were creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years weve tackled diseases such as HIV viral hepatitis COVID19 and cancer working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. We continue to fight against the worlds biggest health challenges and our mission requires collaboration determination and a relentless drive to make a difference.
Every member of Gileads team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of lifechanging scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions and were looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact.
We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Gilead and help create possible together.
Job Description
Gilead Sciences Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company that has pursued and achieved breakthroughs in medicine for more than three decades with the goal of creating a healthier world for all people. The company is committed to pursuing scientific invention to prevent and treat lifethreatening diseases including HIV viral hepatitis and cancer. Gilead has operations in more than 35 countries worldwide with headquarters in Foster City California.
You will be part of a team that is helping millions of people live healthier more fulfilling lives. We are a close community where every individual matters and everyone has a chance to enhance their skills through ongoing development. Inclusion is one of our core values which means we are creating and fostering a work environment where our differences are valued and everyone feels respected and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. By joining Gilead you will further our mission to discover develop and deliver innovative therapeutics for people with lifethreatening diseases.
The Gilead Business Services center in Raleighs Research Triangle region is home to some of the companys critical shared service teams in North America including Information Technology Global Financial Solutions HR Operations and Procurement Services Desk. These functions provide the necessary support to ensure Gileads business runs effectively and efficiently. The center is also a catalyst for standardization of processes digital transformation and technology optimization. Please check out more at are seeking a Senior Manager SAP PLM Specification Management to lead and oversee the implementation optimization and ongoing support of the Specification Management module within SAP Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) for our organization. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving digital transformation within product data management working closely with crossfunctional teams including R&D Engineering Quality and IT. The Senior Manager will ensure the integrity governance and effectiveness of product specifications throughout the lifecycle from design to production.
Key Responsibilities:
Leadership & Strategy:
o Lead the SAP PLM Specification Management team providing guidance mentorship and setting the direction for successful implementation and usage of SAP PLM for product specification data management.
o Develop and execute strategies to enhance the specification management capabilities within SAP ensuring alignment with business goals and regulatory requirements.
o Act as a subject matter expert (SME) for Specification Management and work closely with stakeholders to translate business needs into SAP PLM solutions.
SAP PLM System Management:
o Oversee the administration configuration and customization of SAP PLM Specification Management tools and modules.
o Ensure the system supports key business functions such as Recipe Development Engineering Change Management (ECM) Engineering Record (ER) Bill of Materials (BOM) and product compliance.
o Work with IT and SAP consultants to manage the integration of SAP PLM with other enterprise systems ensuring seamless data flow between different modules.
Process Improvement:
o Identify opportunities to streamline and improve specification management processes across product development and manufacturing.
o Define and document best practices for using SAP PLM to manage product specifications ensuring high data integrity and accessibility.
o Lead initiatives to automate workflows and increase efficiency leveraging SAP PLM tools to improve timetomarket for products.
Collaboration & Stakeholder Management:
o Work with PDM PLM teams to ensure alignment of product specification data across departments.
o Act as the primary point of contact for specificationrelated issues and system queries providing solutions and troubleshooting as necessary.
o Collaborate with external vendors or thirdparty service providers for additional system configurations enhancements and upgrades.
Compliance & Quality Assurance:
o Ensure SAP PLM Specification Management complies with industry standards regulations and internal policies including quality management safety standards and environmental guidelines.
o Manage version control audit trails and approval workflows to maintain full traceability and documentation of specifications and changes.
o Implement and monitor controls to ensure that product specifications meet quality and regulatory standards.
Education & Experience:
Bachelors or Masters degree in Engineering Computer Science Information Technology Business or related field.
7 years of experience in SAP PLM implementation and support preferably within the Biotech / Pharmaceutical industry; 25 years in architect role(s). Proven experience in managing and leading SAP PLM teams in complex largescale environments.
Skills & Competencies:
Indepth knowledge of SAP PLM particularly the Specification Management Recipe Development and WWI Reports modules/functions (e.g. SAP PLM in S/4HANA).
Strong understanding of endtoend Product Lifecycle Management Change Management Process Routes BOM and related business processes.
Excellent problemsolving skills and the ability to identify and resolve technical and processrelated challenges.
Ability to work effectively with crossfunctional teams and manage relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
Experience in managing enterpriselevel projects including system upgrades rollouts and integrations.
Strong communication skills both written and verbal with the ability to present complex ideas to senior leadership.
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Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
