Snr. Solution Analyst – Körber PAS X – Manufacturing Execution

Sandoz India; Telangana; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Sandoz India is seeking a seasoned professional to lead strategic planning and operations for the Manufacturing Execution System (MES) landscape. The role focuses on optimizing PAS-X MES, SAP S/4HANA interfaces, and global process improvements across manufacturing sites.

The ideal candidate will drive operational excellence, align with global trends, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliant, efficient shop-floor execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in CS/IT/Engineering or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 5+ years of experience with Körber PAS-X MES in regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environments.
• Strong understanding of MES, EBR, recipe management, shop-floor execution, and material flows.
• Hands-on experience in MES upgrade projects (PAS-X).
• Proven experience integrating PAS-X with SAP S/4HANA (PP, QM, inventory, batch management).
• Experience integrating MES with automation, PLC/SCADA, historians, and other shop-floor systems.
• Experience working in GxP/CSV-regulated environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategic plans for the Function and mid-term portfolio visibility.
• Identify improvements to the TT operating model and support deployment.
• Manage day-to-day operations with the Global Head of Function.
• Coordinate with teams to ensure standardized solutions and efficient processes.
• Monitor performance and drive improvements in service levels and risk mitigation.
• Promote adoption of Ways of Working across local/global levels.

Skills

Change governance

Configuration management

Jira/ALM tooling

Stakeholder & vendor management

Documentation & release discipline

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/IT/Engineering

Tools

Körber PAS-X MES

SAP S/4HANA

Job description

Major Accountabilities

• Support to develop strategic plans for the Function and the visibility of mid-term portfolio plans for the supported business areas -Contribute to the development and evolution of the TT Operating Model and support its deployment in the Function.


• Proactively identify TT operating model improvement areas.


• Support the Global Head of Function or Heads in day‑to‑day management.


• Act as one integrated team with other Strategic Planning and Business Operations associates across the TT functions to ensure standardized and best-in-class solutions are being implemented -Manage the execution of key operational processes for the Function such as: financial reporting and budgeting planning, hiring and location strategy, people development and upskilling, training, and communications, etc. to ensure smooth running of the business and achievement of operational targets -Monitor the Function's overall performance (services, quality, and financials) and proactively identify opportunities to increase service levels and mitigate any functional level risks or issues.


• Drive the adoption of Ways of Working implemented on a local or global level in line with organizational direction.


• Liaise with external research and advisory companies and other Innovation Ecosystem participants to get familiar with the evolution of markets trends and bring innovative processes into the Function

Minimum Requirements

Work Experience:

• 5+ years of experience with Körber PAS‑X MES in regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environments


• Strong understanding of Manufacturing Execution concepts including EBR, recipe management, shop‑floor execution, and material flows


• Hands on experience in MES upgrade projects (PAS-X) is highly valuable


• Proven experience integrating PAS‑X with SAP S/4HANA (PP, QM, inventory, batch management)


• Experience integrating MES with automation, PLC/SCADA, historians, and other shop‑floor systems


• Experience working in GxP / CSV‑regulated environments

Skills

• Strong understanding of change governance, configuration management, and Jira/ALM tooling


• Strong stakeholder and vendor management skills in global, multi‑site programs


• Excellent documentation, release, and operational readiness discipline

Languages

• English.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field (Master’s degree preferred)