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At Gilead, we’re creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, we’ve tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19 and cancer – working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. We continue to fight against the world’s biggest health challenges, and our mission requires collaboration, determination and a relentless drive to make a difference.

Every member of Gilead’s team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and we’re looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact.

We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Gilead and help create possible, together.

Job Description

You will be part of a team that is helping millions of people live healthier, more fulfilling lives. We are a close community where every individual matters and everyone has a chance to enhance their skills through ongoing development. Inclusion is one of our core values, which means we are creating and fostering a work environment where our differences are valued, and everyone feels respected and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. By joining Gilead, you will further our mission to discover, develop and deliver innovative therapeutics for people with life-threatening diseases.

Job Overview:

The Senior Manager, SAP PP/QM Architect will lead the design, implementation, and optimization of SAP solutions across the Production Planning (PP) and Quality Management (QM) modules, aligned with the organization’s business objectives. This role involves strategic oversight and technical expertise in SAP systems, working closely with cross-functional teams to enhance manufacturing processes, quality management, and overall system integration.

Key Responsibilities:

Responsibilities:

**Strategic Solution Architecture & Design** :

+ Develop and articulate a comprehensive SAP PP/QM solution roadmap that aligns with the company's long-term business objectives within the Life Sciences sector.

+ Architect scalable and flexible SAP solutions that can adapt to evolving business requirements and regulatory landscapes.

+ Conduct detailed gap analyses and propose innovative solutions to optimize existing SAP PP/QM processes.

+ Evaluate and recommend emerging SAP technologies and best practices to enhance system performance and efficiency.

+ Produce detailed architectural blueprints, including data flow diagrams, system interface specifications, and configuration documentation.

Business Partnership:

+ Cultivate strong relationships with senior business stakeholders across manufacturing, quality, and supply chain functions.

+ Lead in-depth workshops and facilitate requirements gathering sessions, employing techniques such as user story mapping and process modeling.

+ Proactively identify opportunities for process improvement and system optimization through ongoing dialogue with business users.

+ Act as a subject matter expert, providing guidance and recommendations on SAP PP/QM capabilities and industry best practices.

+ Translate business needs into detailed functional specifications that developers can understand and execute.

+ Ability to learn business processes at a high level to support guidance on appropriate technical solution

+ Support with enhancements and sustainment releases for Business

+ Be point of contact and driver for site priorities

+ Partner with site MES team for their design phases and potential impact to / with SAP.

**Project Leadership & SDLC Management** :

+ Develop and manage detailed project plans, including resource allocation, risk assessment, and change management strategies.

+ Ensure adherence to established SDLC methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) and quality assurance standards.

+ Lead cross-functional project teams, fostering a collaborative and results-oriented environment.

+ Monitor project progress, identify potential roadblocks, and implement corrective actions as needed.

+ Coordinate validation and qualification activities.

+ Manage resource allocation.

Leadership and Collaboration

+ IT representative between Business, IT Vendor, and Global Process Leads

+ Ability to take initiative and facilitate meetings / workshops to provide correct technical solutions (i.e., incidents, enhancements, etc.)

+ Stay connected, involved, and be POC for SAP issues (i.e., iDoc management) with Business and key stakeholders

+ Drive solutions through collaboration and guidance!

+ Report to SLT and escalate, when necessary

+ Partner with site MES team for their design phases and potential impact to / with SAP

Sustainment & Support:

+ Establish robust support processes and procedures to ensure the ongoing stability and performance of SAP PP/QM solutions.

+ Lead a team of support analysts in resolving complex technical and functional issues.

+ Implement proactive monitoring to identify and address potential issues before they impact business operations.

+ Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including sustainment and user training.

+ Manage change control processes.

Compliance & Regulatory:

+ Ensure all SAP PP/QM solutions comply with relevant regulatory requirements, including GMP, FDA 21 CFR Part 11, and other applicable standards.

+ Parner with Validation teams to develop and maintain validation documentation, including validation plans, test scripts, and traceability matrices.

+ Integration with SAP & Non-SAP Modules:

+ Ensure seamless integration between SAP PP/QM and other SAP applications/modules, including SAP PLM, SAP EWM, SAP IBP, and third-party systems (MES, LIMS, QMS, etc.), ensuring end-to-end process.

Basic Qualifications:

+ Bachelor's Degree and 8 Years' Experience

OR

+ Master's Degree and 6 Years' Experience

OR

+ PhD

+ 8+ years of experience with SAP, specifically in SAP QM (Quality Management), overall Quality Management process and preferably within the Biotech / Pharmaceutical industry

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field.

+ Master’s degree or relevant certifications (e.g., SAP Certified Application Associate in PP/QM) is a plus.

+ Proven experience in SAP solution architecture and leadership roles, including overseeing end-to-end project lifecycles and support.

+ Proven experience with SAP S/4HANA and integration with other SAP modules (MM, EWM) & Non-SAP modules (QMS, LIMS, MES).

+ Strong understanding of manufacturing, quality control, and supply chain processes within SAP.

+ Experience with SAP S/4HANA is required.

+ Strong expertise in SAP PP/QM modules, and integration with other SAP modules such as EWM.

+ Strong project management skills, with experience leading cross-functional teams.

+ Ability to communicate complex technical solutions to business stakeholders.

+ Deep knowledge of industry best practices in manufacturing, production, and quality management.

+ Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with experience in team management and development.

+ Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.

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Gilead Sciences Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment comprised of diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. Employment decisions regarding recruitment and selection will be made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, genetic information or characteristic, gender identity and expression, veteran status, or other non-job related characteristics or other prohibited grounds specified in applicable federal, state and local laws. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact [email protected] for assistance.

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Our environment respects individual differences and recognizes each employee as an integral member of our company. Our workforce reflects these values and celebrates the individuals who make up our growing team.

Gilead provides a work environment free of harassment and prohibited conduct. We promote and support individual differences and diversity of thoughts and opinion.

For Current Gilead Employees and Contractors:

Please apply via the Internal Career Opportunities portal in Workday.

Gilead Sciences, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company that has pursued and achieved breakthroughs in medicine for more than three decades, with the goal of creating a healthier world for all people. The company is committed to advancing innovative medicines to prevent and treat life-threatening diseases, including HIV, viral hepatitis and cancer. Gilead operates in more than 35 countries worldwide, with headquarters in Foster City, California.