Supply Chain Packaging Systems Specialist

Biopharma Careers; Blanchardstown; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Alexion is seeking a Supply Chain Packaging Systems Specialist at Dublin College Park to integrate and support packaging supply chain processes within a GMP manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities include serving as SME for OMP planning, supporting SAP modules and master data governance, and collaborating with IT and external partners on deployments and improvements.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in supporting ERP and planning systems.
• 3+ years in manufacturing systems or digital transformation.
• Experience in ERP or planning system implementations, upgrades or deployments.

Responsibilities

• Act as site SME for OMP planning solutions and related processes.
• Support rollout of OMP capabilities across Packaging, Manufacturing, Materials Planning and Inventory Planning.
• Partner with Global Supply Chain, Digital, IT and external partners for configuration, testing and validation.
• Translate business requirements into system design recommendations.
• Participate in OMP workshops and business process mapping.

Skills

OMP planning

SAP PP

SAP MM

SAP QM

ERP systems

Master data governance

Training & stakeholder support

Packaging systems

Education

Master's Degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

SAP

OMP

Job description

Supply Chain Packaging Systems Specialist

Location: College Park ADMF Dublin

Business Area: Operations – Manufacturing

Job Type: Full‑time - 37.5 hours

Be part of a fast‑growing business area redefining how we deliver life‑changing medicines.

This is what you will do:

The Supply Chain Packaging Systems Specialist is responsible for the integration and operational support of packaging supply chain processes and associated business systems within a GMP-regulated manufacturing environment.

The role combines advanced production planning System (OMP), SAP business systems expertise and master data governance to ensure efficient execution of finished product packaging operations.

The position requires specialist knowledge of supply chain planning, manufacturing execution, SAP ERP systems and master data structures.

OMP Solution Ownership & Deployment

• Act as the site Subject Matter Expert (SME) for OMP planning solutions and associated supply chain planning processes.
• Support the technical rollout of OMP capabilities across Packaging, Manufacturing, Materials Planning and Inventory Planning.
• Partner with Global Supply Chain, Digital, IT and external implementation partners to support system configuration, deployment activities, testing, validation and continuous improvement.
• Translate business requirements into system design recommendations to ensure planning solutions align with operational needs.
• Participate in OMP solution design workshops and business process mapping activities.

SAP Supply Chain & Manufacturing Systems Support

• Serve as site subject matter expert for SAP manufacturing and supply chain business processes.
• Provide end-user support across SAP modules including Production Planning (PP), Materials Management (MM) & Quality Management (QM).
• Act as the interface between business stakeholders and IT teams for SAP configuration testing, system validation activities, user acceptance testing, and deployment activities.
• Maintain validated system documentation in compliance with GxP requirements.
• Provide recommendations for business process optimisation through improved use of SAP and associated digital solutions.

Master Data Governance

• Create, maintain, and govern supply chain and manufacturing master data including Bills of Materials (BOMs), Production Versions & Recipes and Routings & Work Centres
• Partner with Global Master Data teams to support data governance initiatives.
• Perform data analysis and validation to identify discrepancies and implement corrective actions.

Training & Stakeholder Support

• Develop and deliver SAP and process training to end users.
• Communicate effectively with local and global stakeholders through reports, presentations, workshops, and project updates.
• Promote best practices in supply chain systems utilisation, and master data management.

You will need to have:

• Minimum 3 years' experience supporting ERP and Planning Systems.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in manufacturing systems, advanced planning systems or supply chain digital transformation
• Demonstrated experience participating in ERP or planning system implementations, upgrades or global deployments.
• Experience operating within pharmaceutical, biotechnology or similarly regulated manufacturing environments.

We would prefer for you to have:

• Master's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Information Systems, Engineering, or related discipline.
• SAP Functional Consultant, Super User or Deployment Lead experience.
• Demonstrated experience supporting end-to-end OMP or SAP implementation projects.

Why Alexion?

At Alexion, you’ll be part of a company that puts patients first and invests in its people. Dublin College Park is a site experiencing rapid growth, major product expansion and exciting transformation initiatives leading up to 2030.

You’ll join a collaborative, supportive team with strong development opportunities and the chance to work on high‑impact projects shaping the future of FP operations.

Take the next step

If you are an individual who can see the bigger picture, solve problems quickly, communicate across functions and thrive in a changing environment, we would love to hear from you.

Date Posted 04-Sept-2026

Closing Date 08-Sept-2026

Our mission is to build an inclusive and equitable environment. We want people to feel they belong at AstraZeneca and Alexion, starting with our recruitment process. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of characteristics. We offer reasonable adjustments/accommodations to help all candidates to perform at their best. If you have a need for any adjustments/accommodations, please complete the section in the application form.