Seniorr Solution Analyst - Finance

Sandoz; India; Hybrid; INR 2,400,000 - 4,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Flexible & hybrid work

Continuous learning & development

Career growth opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Sandoz is seeking a Senior Solution Analyst - Finance - SAC Planning & Forecasting to design, implement, and optimize finance technology solutions. This role partners with business and IT teams to deliver planning, forecasting, reporting, and analytics using SAP technologies and integrated data platforms.

Based in India, the role requires deep SAC planning, S/4HANA familiarity, and strong stakeholder management to ensure on-time, within-budget delivery.

Qualifications

• University degree or Master’s degree with focus on Finance & Accounting.
• Minimum 10 years SAP experience including 5 years with SAP S/4HANA.
• Hands-on expertise in SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) Planning & Forecasting.
• Experience integrating SAC with SAP BW, SAP DataSphere, BDC, and SAP S/4HANA environments.
• Proven experience in requirements analysis, solution design, and implementation management.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with business stakeholders to gather, analyze, and document functional and technical requirements for finance planning, forecasting, and reporting solutions.
• Design end-to-end technology solutions aligned with business objectives and enterprise architecture standards.
• Lead and support the implementation of SAP-based planning and forecasting solutions, ensuring quality delivery within timelines and budgets.
• Ensure seamless integration between SAC, S/4HANA, BW, DataSphere, and related reporting platforms.
• Develop and execute testing strategies, test plans, and QA activities to validate requirements and performance.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Communication

Problem solving

Education

University degree or master’s degree in Finance & Accounting

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

SAP Analytics Cloud

SAP COPA

SAP BW

SAP DataSphere

Job description

Job Description Summary

Sandoz continues to go through an exciting and transformative period as a global leader and pioneering provider of sustainable Biosimilar and Generic medicines. As we continue down this new and ambitious path, unique opportunities will present themselves, both professionally and personally. Join us, the future is ours to shape!

We are seeking a Senior Solution Analyst - Finance - SAC Planning & Forecasting to support the design, implementation, and optimization of finance technology solutions. This role will partner closely with business and technical teams to deliver robust planning, forecasting, reporting, and analytics capabilities leveraging SAP technologies and integrated enterprise data platforms.

Job Description

Senior Solution Analyst - Finance - SAC Planning & Forecasting

Sandoz is undergoing an exciting transformation as a global leader and pioneering provider of sustainable Biosimilar and Generic medicines. As we continue on this ambitious journey, we offer unique opportunities for professionals to grow, innovate, and make a meaningful impact. Join us and help shape the future of healthcare.

About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Solution Analyst - Finance - SAC Planning & Forecasting to support the design, implementation, and optimization of finance technology solutions. In this role, you will partner closely with business and technical stakeholders to deliver planning, forecasting, reporting, and analytics capabilities leveraging SAP technologies and integrated enterprise data platforms.

Key Responsibilities

Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Collaborate with business stakeholders to gather, analyze, and document functional and technical requirements for finance planning, forecasting, and reporting solutions.
• Design end-to-end technology solutions aligned with business objectives and enterprise architecture standards.
• Lead and support the implementation of SAP-based planning and forecasting solutions, ensuring quality delivery within agreed timelines and budgets.
• Ensure seamless integration between SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC), SAP S/4HANA, SAP BW, SAP DataSphere, and related reporting platforms.
• Serve as the primary liaison between business stakeholders, project teams, and technical experts to facilitate effective collaboration and decision-making.
• Develop and execute testing strategies, test plans, and quality assurance activities to validate business requirements and solution performance.
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation, including solution designs, implementation plans, test results, and support materials.
• Support user training, change management initiatives, and ongoing operational support to drive business adoption and maximize value realization.

Key Performance Indicator (KPI):

Successful delivery of finance planning and reporting solutions, demonstrated through effective integration, stakeholder satisfaction, compliance adherence, and high-performing systems.

What You’ll Bring to the Role

Essential Requirements

Education

• University Degree or Master’s Degree with a focus on Finance & Accounting.

Experience

• Minimum 10 years of SAP experience, including at least 5 years of hands-on experience with SAP S/4HANA.
• Hands-on expertise in SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) Planning & Forecasting.
• Strong knowledge of SAP COPA/Margin Analysis and financial reporting processes.
• Experience integrating SAC with SAP BW, SAP DataSphere, BDC, and SAP S/4HANA environments.
• Proven experience in requirements analysis, solution design, and implementation management within large-scale transformation programs.
• Strong background in testing, quality assurance, documentation, and stakeholder management.
• Experience working within regulatory, GxP, and data integrity compliance frameworks.

Essential Skills

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Excellent stakeholder management and business partnering capabilities.
• Ability to translate business requirements into scalable and sustainable technology solutions.

Languages

• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

Desirable Requirements

• Experience working within pharmaceutical, life sciences, or other highly regulated industry environments.
• Knowledge of enterprise planning, forecasting, and performance management best practices across global organizations.

You’ll Receive

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities.
• Access to continuous learning and professional development programs.
• Career growth opportunities within a global organization.
• A collaborative, inclusive, and innovative work environment.
• Wellbeing initiatives and employee support programs.

Why Sandoz?

Generic and Biosimilar medicines are the backbone of the global healthcare industry. In 2024, Sandoz delivered more than 900 million patient treatments across over 100 countries. While we are proud of this achievement, our ambition is to do even more.

Through continued investments in development capabilities, manufacturing sites, strategic acquisitions, and partnerships, we are creating opportunities to expand access to affordable, high-quality medicines for patients worldwide.

Our success is driven by talented and ambitious colleagues who thrive in an open, collaborative, and agile environment. At Sandoz, diversity is valued, innovation is encouraged, and personal growth is supported through meaningful and flexible career opportunities.

Join us and help shape the future of healthcare.

Skills Desired

Analytical Thinking, Business Acumen, Change Management, Influencing, IT Governance, Organization Development, Planning, Presentation Skills, Servant Leadership, Stakeholder Management