Lead Consultant - Business Analyst

Job Title: Lead Consultant - Business Analyst

Introduction to role:

GCL: D3

Are you ready to make a difference in the world of pharmaceuticals? As a Lead Consultant - Business Analyst at AstraZeneca, you'll be part of a global IT capability that supports our Global Operations organization. We partner with various Operations areas, including Pharmaceutical Technology Development, Manufacturing & Global Engineering, Quality Control, Sustainability, Global Supply Chain, Logistics, and Global External Sourcing and Procurement. Our work directly impacts patients by transforming our ability to develop life-changing medicines. With a passion for data, analytics, AI, machine learning, and more, we empower the business to perform at its peak and lead a new way of working. Join us in a dynamic and challenging environment where innovation is encouraged and opportunities for growth are abundant!

Accountabilities:

In this role, you'll be responsible for delivering Serialisation and Traceability capabilities using SAP ATTP and other supporting technologies. You'll focus on supporting the Global Supply Chain function within Operations, particularly in Product Security. Your expertise will guide the strategy, standards, and governance to ensure the security of AstraZeneca products throughout the supply chain. You'll lead business analysis and design in complex situations, ranging from medium to large-scale projects with high complexity and risk. Your understanding of packing, warehousing, distribution, and integration with third parties will be crucial. Additionally, you'll support UAT preparation and coordinate with development teams to ensure smooth operations.

Essential Skills/Experience:

- Proven experience as a Business Analyst, preferably in the pharmaceutical or life sciences industry, with a strong focus on Serialisation and Traceability projects.
- Total IT experience of 5 to 10 years and relevant ATTP experience of 3 years plus.
- In-depth understanding of SAP ATTP (Advanced Track and Trace for Pharmaceuticals) and its integration with other enterprise systems.
- Proficiency in requirements gathering, process mapping, and documentation using industry-standard methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum, Waterfall).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate business needs into technical specifications and vice versa.
- Strong knowledge of SAP SD function modules.
- Excellent written and verbal communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to interface effectively with business users, IT teams, and external vendors.
- Experience in Pharma Industry practices.

Desirable Skills/Experience:

- Experience working with other Serialisation and Traceability technologies beyond SAP ATTP, such as blockchain-based solutions or integration with IT service providers.
- ATTP S/4 HANA Implementation experience.
- Previous involvement in global business change in Serialisation and Traceability implementations or similar within a regulated environment.
- Knowledge on ECMS, Jira and Solution Manager.
- Knowledge in EUFMD, Russia, USA, UAE, Kazakhstan, and China Serialization.

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.

At AstraZeneca, you'll be part of a team with the backing and investment to succeed. We lead the way in digital healthcare by exploring data and AI and working in the cloud on new technologies. Our purposeful work combined with high-tech platforms sets us apart. Here you can shape and define the technologies of the future with support from across the business.

Ready to take on this exciting challenge? Apply now to join our team!

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AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity.  We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills.  We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.  We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics.  We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.