Specialist SAP Architect, Plan to Stock - PFF

Biopharma Careers; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 3,000,000 - 5,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Amgen seeks an experienced SAP Solution Architect to lead the design and implementation of Plan to Stock across manufacturing and distribution sites. You will architect, configure, and optimize SAP S/4HANA MM, IM, QM modules, ensuring tight integration with non-SAP systems like Kinaxis, MES and LIMS.

You will guide blueprinting, gap analysis, testing, go-live, and post-production support, while mentoring junior architects and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree with 4–6 years SAP implementation experience in SAP MM, PP-PI and QM modules.
• Bachelor’s degree with 6–8 years SAP implementation experience in SAP MM, PP-PI and QM modules.
• Diploma with 10–12 years of SAP implementation experience in SAP MM, IM, and QM modules.

Responsibilities

• Participate in ERP implementation projects including blueprinting, gap analysis, testing, go-live, and post-production support.
• Design, configuration, and optimization of Plan to Stock processes in SAP S/4HANA (Plant setup, MRP, Direct Procurement, Sub-contracting, Manufacturing, Quality, Inventory Management and Batch management, Inter- and Intra-company STO).
• Ensure seamless integration between SAP S/4 modules MM, FI, PP, TM, ATTP, GTS, EAS, Ariba, and EWM as well as non-SAP systems for planning, quality and manufacturing.
• Oversee creation and maintenance of critical documentation such as functional designs, test cases, and user manuals.

Skills

SAP S/4HANA MM

SAP S/4HANA IM

SAP S/4HANA QM

MRP

Sub-contracting

Stock Transfers (STO)

Intercompany processes

Documentation & specs

Agile / SAFe

Education

Master's degree in SAP / related field

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Diploma with SAP experience

Tools

Ariba

Kinaxis

MES

LIMS

EWM

Job description

Career Category

Engineering

Job Description

ABOUT AMGEN

Amgen harnesses the best of biology and technology to fight the world’s toughest diseases, and make people’s lives easier, fuller and longer. We discover, develop, manufacture and deliver innovative medicines to help millions of patients. Amgen helped establish the biotechnology industry more than 40 years ago and remains on the cutting-edge of innovation, using technology and human genetic data to push beyond what’s known today.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Role Description:

Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. In this vital role you will be responsible for architecting, designing, and implementation of SAP S/4HANA Plan to Stock solutions ( Supply p lanning, Purchasing, Manufacturing, Quality , Material / Inventory Management and Batch management) across all the Amgen manufacturing and distribution sites. This role focuses on leveraging SAP technologies to streamline and enhance Plan to Stock processes, ensuring alignment with business needs and industry best practices. As an SAP Solution architect, you will work closely with operations IT a nd business stakeholders to gather requirements, design, and configure solutions, and provide post-implementation support. This position requires deep expertise in SAP MM, IM, PP and Q M modules with a solid understanding of Logistics and Distribution processes.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Participate in ERP implementation projects as part of the physical financial product team, including blueprinting, gap analysis, testing, go-live, and post-production support.
• D esign, configuration, and optimization of Plan to Stock ( Plant setup, MRP, Direct Procurement, Sub-contracting, Manufacturing, Quality , I nventory Management and Batch management , Inter and Intra company STO ) process in SAP S/4 HANA
• Good understanding of SAP Advanced Intercompany STO process
• Ensure seamless integration between SAP S/4 modules MM, FI, PP, TM, ATTP, GTS, E AS , Ariba, and EWM) as well as non-SAP systems for planning , quality and manufacturing systems lik e Kinaxis, MES and LIMS.
• Conduct architectural reviews and assessments to identify potential risks and recommend mitigation strategies
• Oversee creation and maintenance of c ritical documentation such as functional designs, test cases, and user manuals. Ensure compliance with pharmaceutical industry standards and regulations.
• Participate in ERP implementation projects, including blueprinting, gap analysis, testing, go-live, and post-production support.
• Mentor other architects and team members to ens ure the effective execution of the projects and services
• Participate in sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives to deliver and sustain Amgen's S/4HANA ecosystem utilizing the Scaled Agile Framework ( SAFe )
• Develop innovative solutions that drive speed to value via AI/ML and leading control practices

Basic Qualifications and Experience :

• Master’s degree with 4 – 6 years of SAP implementation experience in SAP MM, PP - PI and QM modules
• Bachelor’s degree with 6 - 8 years of SAP implementation experience in SAP MM, PP- PI and QM modules
• Diploma with 10 - 12 years of SAP implementation experience in SAP MM, IM, and QM modules

Functional Skills:

Must-Have Skills:

• Strong hands-on experience configuring and customizing SAP S/4 MM, IM , MRP , Sub-contracting, and STO processes.
• Strong understanding of SAP S/4HANA Int ra and Advanced Int er company stock transfers, sub- contract manufacturing process .
• Ability to design and implement solutions based on business requirements , including debugging and root cause analysis .
• Experience in creating detailed documentation, including functional specifications, test cases, and compliance reports .
• Good-to-Have Skills: Knowledge of SAP S/4 HANA Inbound logistics and w arehouse management process , Transportation management .
• Experience with integrating SAP with Ariba supplier collaboration, IBP or Kinaxis supply and demand planning system and PLM system.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies for software delivery and process improvement.

Professional Certifications :

• SAP Certified Application Associate in SAP S/4 Hana Material Management and Inventory Management
• Agile Certified Practitioner ( preferred )

Soft Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and compliance.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider you without regard to your race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.