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 the 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.
• Develop 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.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 5–7 years of experience in a related field; preferably from the Pharma industry.
• 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.

Skills

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 in 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 continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD), infrastructure as code (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 the Serialization process through SAP ATTP and other serialization tools such as RFXcel.

Behavioural 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.

Benefits

Dr. Reddy's Laboratories offers a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined on the basis of role, experience, skill set, and location. Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, and benefits including comprehensive health care coverage, retirement savings plan, and leave benefits.

About Us

At Dr. Reddy’s, we are dedicated to helping people lead longer and healthier lives. From making medicines more affordable to discovering innovative treatment options to satisfy unmet medical needs, we see healthcare solutions not only as scientific formulations but as a means to empower people to stay fit. Our culture is built on empathy, dynamism, and a shared purpose, fostering an environment where diverse skills come together to create impactful solutions.