Lead Associate - SAP

About the role

We are seeking a Manager/Lead Associate – SAP to manage the design and implementation of SAP & EDI solutions, ensuring alignment with business objectives and industry best practices. Your role involves implementing end-to-end integration solutions and driving innovation within the SAP ecosystem. By collaborating with cross-functional teams and enforcing governance processes, you will play a vital role in optimizing efficiency and ensuring successful project delivery. The role will be based in Princeton, NJ (In-person) and report to Lead Architect - SAP.

Responsibilities

• Implement strategic plans and roadmaps for SAP solutions, driving development and implementation within specified timelines and budget, and ensuring quality standards.
• Manage the design and development of SAP solutions, ensuring alignment with business requirements, industry best practices, and SAP standards. This includes SAP ECC, S/4HANA, SAP BW/4HANA, SAP Cloud Platform, and other SAP modules, considering scalability, performance, and integration requirements.
• Deliver end-to-end integration solutions between SAP and other enterprise systems, defining integration patterns, data exchange mechanisms, and API management strategies.
• Implement SAP ATTP, including serialization protocols, data mapping, and communication standards to meet business serialization requirements.
• Identify opportunities for automation and innovation within the SAP ecosystem, leveraging technologies such as robotic process automation (RPA), machine learning, and intelligent automation to streamline processes and enhance efficiency.
• Develop and maintain overall EDI systems, including data mapping, translation, and communication protocols.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including business stakeholders, IT teams, and external partners, to gather requirements, define technical solutions, and ensure successful project delivery.
• Stay updated on emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices in SAP, and drive innovation within the organization.
• Manage project teams, focusing them on tasks and driving their productivity and performance.
• Develop a cohesive team and foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Experience: 5–7 years of experience in a related field; preferably from the Pharma industry.

Skills & attributes

Technical Skills

• In-depth knowledge of SAP, including SAP ECC, S/4HANA, SAP BW/4HANA, SAP Fiori, SAP Cloud Platform, and SAP integration technologies (e.g., SAP PI/PO, SAP Cloud Integration).
• Experience in cloud computing concepts and services, with experience implementing SAP solutions on cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Strong understanding of enterprise integration patterns, API management, and messaging protocols (e.g., REST, SOAP, JMS).
• Experience with SAP implementation methodologies (e.g., ASAP, Activate) and cloud migration strategies (e.g., lift-and-shift, re-platforming, re-architecting).
• Knowledge of DevOps practices and tools for SAP deployments, including CI/CD, IaC, and automated testing.
• Proficiency in EDI standards such as EDIFACT, ANSI X12, and XML, and communication protocols like AS2, SFTP, and FTP.
• Knowledge and exposure to serialization processes through SAP ATTP and other serialization tools such as RFXcel.

Behavioral Skills

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and effectively to diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to make informed decisions under uncertainty and pressure, considering various factors and stakeholders' perspectives.
• Effective organizational and time management skills to prioritize tasks, allocate resources, and meet deadlines.
• Analytical mindset and creative problem-solving skills to address complex challenges and drive innovative solutions.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident of the U.S. or otherwise authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future.