Senior Specialist - SAP/ERP Manufacturing

Datwyler; Pune District; On-site; INR 1,100,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Job summary

Datwyler in Pune, India seeks a Senior Specialist to drive SAP/ERP manufacturing analytics, integration, and optimization of production and quality processes. The role focuses on healthcare environments and GMP compliance, with responsibilities spanning implementation, support, and continuous improvement.

You will engage with production and quality stakeholders to translate needs into technical specs, lead IT projects, and develop solutions in collaboration with IT teams. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in science or technology field or equivalent experience.
• 6–7 years of IT business analysis or application support experience.
• Expertise in ERP/manufacturing applications.
• Lean manufacturing, JIT, process mapping and optimization knowledge.
• Experience with system integration and data migration.
• Knowledge of Six Sigma/Kaizen methods.
• Proficient with MS Office and enterprise apps (SAP, intranet).
• Willingness to travel; healthcare GMP exposure is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead IT aspects of application implementation projects, including requirement analysis, solution design, and user training.
• Provide expert application support and manage changes/updates.
• Translate business needs into technical specifications and partner with IT teams to deploy solutions.
• Maintain knowledge of production and quality processes and related IT technologies.
• Develop and deliver user training and create documentation.
• Act as internal IT consultant for production, planning and maintenance processes.

Skills

IT business analysis

ERP expertise

lean manufacturing

system integration

data migration

Six Sigma/Kaizen

MS Office

Education

Master's degree (or equivalent)

Tools

SAP

MII

Local MES

MPDV

Job description

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Senior Specialist - SAP/ERP Manufacturing

Datwyler's high-tech elastomer components make a vital contribution to the safety, reliability and functionality of critical systems in billions of syringes and coffee capsules, in every second vehicle worldwide, and in energy-related applications. Datwyler serves highly regulated and technologically demanding markets, such as Healthcare, Automotive, Food & Beverage and Industry. With around 7,500 employees and 25 production sites on four continents, we work closely with customers from concept to series production. Our employees are at the heart of Datwyler. Guided by Mastery, Impact and Respect, we continuously improve, focus on meaningful results and collaborate with trust and openness.

Job Purpose

Senior Manufacturing Specialist will drive and manage the analysis, integration, and optimization of production and quality processes within our business applications; primarily SAP ERP and its integration with other system such local MES with a focus on healthcare environment and GMP regulations.

Main Tasks & Responsibilities

• Application Implementation & Project Leadership:
  • Lead IT aspects of application implementation projects, including requirement analysis, solution design, and user training.
  • Manage the delivery of IT projects within the manufacturing area.
  • Collaborate with project teams to ensure successful project delivery and alignment with business objectives.
• Application Support & Maintenance:
  • Provide expert application support, resolving incidents independently or coordinating with specialized teams.
  • Manage and implement application changes and updates.
• Business Needs Analysis & Solution Development:
  • Engage with production and quality stakeholders to understand their challenges and requirements.
  • Translate business needs into actionable technical specifications/requirements.
  • Partner with IT teams to develop and deploy effective solutions.
• Process & Technology Expertise:
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of production and quality processes, as well as relevant IT technologies (SAP, MII, Local MES, MPDV).
  • Research and evaluate emerging technologies and industry best practices.
• User Training & Support:
  • Develop and deliver training programs to enhance user proficiency with IT systems.
  • Provide ongoing technical support and create comprehensive documentation.
• Strategic Growth & Development:
  • Pursue continuous professional development to evolve into an IT Manufacturing process SME for production, planning, and maintenance processes.
  • Act as an internal consultant for the business on IT solutions

Skills & Technical Competences & Behaviors

• Master's degree in a scientific or technology-related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum 6-7 years of relevant experience in IT business analysis or application support.
• Expertise in business applications, preferably ERP or other manufacturing applications.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing, JIT, and process mapping and optimization methodologies.
• Experience with system integration and data migration.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies (Six Sigma, Kaizen).
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and other enterprise applications (SAP, intranet).
• Demonstrated ability to acquire new IT skills and functional application knowledge.
• Willingness to travel when needed.
• Familiar with production process in the healthcare industry is a plus

KPIs

• User satisfaction surveys (Key and End Users)
• Contribution to SAP S/4HANA program milestones
• Project success KPI

Be yourself at Datwyler

People make the difference at Datwyler. We offer a wide range of career and development opportunities in an international company where you can contribute your skills, ideas and experience. Together, we create an environment where people can grow and help shape our future.