SAP Project Systems - Sr Manager IT Architecture

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Understand the SAP Project systems technology landscape and how it affects the business operations.
• Interact with business to understand business requirements to conclude solutions, configuration, testing and support.
• Implement Project solutions in multiple projects through solution design, program management, product delivery and service management.
• Configure SAP PS structures such as WBS, Network, Milestones, Cost Planning, Budgeting, Material Requirement Planning, Project Quotation, Time sheets, Goods issues, and other project management activities.
• Integrate SAP PS with CO, FI, MM, SD, and PP modules.
• Provide thought leadership on Supply Chain strategy focusing on Project Systems solutions and road map.
• Understand the system ecology and its financial interfaces with legacy systems (Oracle/Hyperion) and SAP components (E-Hana, SAC-P, Analysis for Office, Webi).
• Build effective relationships with business subject matter experts and senior leadership.
• Demonstrate hands-on experience in full lifecycle implementation of SAP PS solutions.
• Configure and customize core SAP PS functionalities including WBS, Networks, Milestones, Cost Planning, MRP, Quotation, Goods Issues, and Progress Reporting.
• Manage project lifecycles within SAP PS, ensuring timelines, budgets, and quality standards are met.
• Create and execute test scripts for unit, integration, and user acceptance testing.
• Create and maintain project documentation such as functional specifications, configuration guides, and user manuals.
• Troubleshoot and resolve integration issues with SAP modules and legacy systems.
• Gather, analyze, and translate business requirements into SAP PS solutions.
• Develop and present solution proposals aligned with business needs.
• Lead workshops and meetings for requirements gathering and solution validation.
• Participate in change management related to SAP project implementations.

Requirements

• Solid experience in delivering enterprise-level SAP Project Systems solutions including S/4HANA experience.
• Proficiency in SAP PS configuration and testing across major functional areas.
• Experience with accrual engine, workflow setup, and CFIN is a plus.
• Familiarity with segregation of duty (Sox).
• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills, with advanced Excel skills.
• Strong communication, presentation, and change leadership skills.
• Highly motivated, committed to process improvement and driving change.
• Commercial awareness and ability to communicate across departments and manage multiple priorities.
• Independent self-starter capable of working effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with SAP and Oracle EBS preferred.
• Experience with dashboard platforms such as Tableau, Power BI, or Spotfire.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken).
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or similar with 8+ years of relevant experience OR Master's degree with 6+ years of relevant experience.

Nice to Have

• Experience with accrual engine, workflow setup, and CFIN.
• Familiarity with segregation of duty (Sox).
• Experience with SAP and Oracle EBS.
• Experience with dashboard platforms like Tableau, Power BI, Spotfire.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or similar with eight years of relevant professional experience.
• OR Master's degree with six years of relevant experience.

Benefits & Perks

• Salary range: $169,320.00 - $219,120.00, with factors such as experience, qualifications, and location considered.
• Discretionary annual bonus and stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary).
• Paid time off and comprehensive benefits package including company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Additional benefits information available at: https://www.gilead.com/careers/compensation-benefits-and-wellbeing.