Manager - IT (SAP PP, QM)

SUN PHARMA; Mumbai; On-site; INR 2,800,000 - 4,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Sun Pharma is seeking a Senior Executive with 7–8 years of SAP PP/QM experience to lead implementation and support in pharma manufacturing. The role focuses on PP/QM in SAP S/4HANA 2021, collaborating to review third-party vendor work and deliver new business requirements.

The candidate will manage end-to-end PP/QM processes, including configuration, testing, and integration with Finance, Inventory, and Warehouse modules. Prior pharma project exposure is essential.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in SAP PP/QM in pharma manufacturing environments.
• Hands-on in SAP S/4HANA 2021 projects with PP/QM focus.
• Experience reviewing third-party vendor work and delivering new requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead PP/QM module implementation across SAP projects in pharma manufacturing.
• Design, configure, test PP/QM processes, and document functional specs.
• Identify gaps, issues, and changes; manage transports for high-priority fixes.
• Provide consulting for new implementations and ongoing support; train users as needed.
• Engage in 1–2 implementation and support engagements for PP/QM; coordinate testing.

Skills

SAP PP/QM modules

Solution Architect (SOLMAN) experience

SAP integration with legacy and Mobil.

Unit testing & integration testing

Pharma manufacturing domain

ABAP debugging

Incident/Problem/Change management

Education

PG Science/Computer Engineer BE/MCA

MBA/MS (IT) preferred

Tools

SOLMAN

SAP

IDOC interfaces

Job description

Job Summary

At Sun Pharma, we commit to helping you “Create your own sunshine”— by fostering an environment where you grow at every step, take charge of your journey and thrive in a supportive community.

Are You Ready to Create Your Own Sunshine?

As you enter the Sun Pharma world, you’ll find yourself becoming ‘Better every day’ through continuous progress. Exhibit self-drive as you ‘Take charge’ and lead with confidence. Additionally, demonstrate a collaborative spirit, knowing that we ‘Thrive together’ and support each other’s journeys.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Executive with at least 7 to 8 years of relevant experience in SAP project rollouts, specializing in the PP and QM modules. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in SAP S/4HANA 2021 and a solid background in the pharmaceutical industry. This role involves supporting the review of third‑party vendor work and assisting in the successful delivery of new requirements as per business needs. The Senior Executive will be responsible for the PP and QM modules in new project rollouts.

Areas Of Responsibility

• Responsible for the implementation of SAP and digital transformation projects in pharmaceutical manufacturing, with a primary focus on PP/QM module implementation and support.
• Design, customize, configure, and test the PP/QM modules. Must have strong knowledge of PP/QM configuration.
• Identify gaps, issues, and workarounds. Handle changes or emergency transports for high‑priority issues. Document functional designs, test cases, and results.
• Provide consulting services for both new implementations and existing support projects. Offer ad‑hoc training and user support as needed.
• Possess at least 7-8 years of relevant experience as an SAP consultant in the pharmaceutical or similar industries, specializing in PP/QM modules.
• Experience in at least 1-2 implementation and support engagements of the SAP PP/QM module. Understand processes for custom developments, unit testing, function testing, and integration testing.
• Ability to design and configure processes in Technical Objects, Notifications, Order Processing, Preventative Maintenance Planning, and Work Scheduling.
• Strong functional knowledge in Batch Management, Interfaces, IDOCs, etc.
• Understanding of how these processes integrate with Finance, Costing, Inventory Management, Procurement, Sales, and Warehouse Management.
• Ability to design and configure processes in Inspection Planning, Results Processing, Certificate Management, Notifications, Test Equipment Management, and Reporting.
• Knowledge of recognized quality tools and ABAP debugging experience is an advantage
• Experience with incident management, problem management, and change management processes.

Travel Estimate

Up to 30%

Job Scope

Internal Interactions (within the organization)

Primarily with all manufacturing plant Teams along with other support functions viz. quality , purchase, sales.

External Interactions (outside the organization)

Third party support vendor of SAP

Geographical Scope

Global

Financial Accountability (cost/revenue with exclusive authority)

IT

Job Requirements

Educational Qualification

PG Science/Computer Engineer Graduate (BE/MCA), MBA/MS (IT) preferred

Specific Certification

SAP PPQM certified

Skills

• SAP PP/QM modules, Solution Architect (SOLMAN) experience, SAP integration with legacy and Mobility applications,
• Basic knowledge for Computer system validation
• Experience in SAP projects implementation in Pharma Manufacturing. PP/QM modules.
• Functional and project implementation experience in Pharma/life science Industry is must
• Exposure to SAP other modules like MM/WM

Experience

Minimum 7-8 years of experience in SAP PP/QM modules

Disclaimer: The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employee within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees as assigned to this job. Nothing herein shall preclude the employer from changing these duties from time to time and assigning comparable duties or other duties commensurate with the experience and background of incumbent(s).