SAP SME _Finance

Job Description

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Corden Pharma provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Corden Pharma embraces fair hiring practices.

Corden Pharma is a leading full-service contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), excipients, and pharmaceuticals Drug Products (DP) and packaging capabilities with > 2,600 employees across the world. Our services enable pharmaceutical and biotech companies to manufacture medicines with the ultimate goal of improving people’s lives.

Our network in Europe and the U.S. offers flexible and specialized solutions across five technology platforms: Peptides, Lipids, & Carbohydrates; Injectables; Highly Potent & Oncology; and Small Molecules. We strive for excellence in supporting this network and are committed to providing the highest quality products for the well-being of patients.SUMMARY

The SAP SME will contribute to the SAP S/4HANA implementation at the Corden Pharma Colorado sites, working both independently and as part of the implementation team, being accountable for all aspects of Master Data-Business Partners within the project.

The SAP SME will possess in-depth knowledge of Pharmaceutical Industry Master Data-Business Partners business processes and practices and preferably have experience using SAP software to execute many of those processes. They will proactively share expert business knowledge, ensuring the SAP Project Team has sufficient understanding of any business processes, U.S. legal/regulatory compliance and customer requirements that are unique to the Colorado sites of Corden Pharma.

The SAP SME will be an active contributor to the SAP S/4 Project, capable of raising questions and making key business decisions on behalf of Corden Pharma Colorado Master Data-Business Partners. As an ambassador for the company, the SAP SME will personally exhibit behaviors that align with Corden Pharma’s values (Accountability, Collaboration, Integrity, Trust, Reliability) and help to ensure project team members follow company policies and procedures. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

During the SAP S/4 Project Implementation Project:

Works closely with project team members to ensure successful project delivery

Collaborates with business stakeholders to understand needs and translate into business requirements for the SAP implementation

Describes local business needs and ensures the provided solution is usable/acceptable, ensuring efficient and effective processes

Enthusiastically learns the Corden Pharma global SAP S/4HANA template functionality

Where template functionality does not meet local requirements, ensures business requirements/options/impacts are clearly and thoroughly documented via user stories

In case organizational or procedural changes are required, is responsible to initiate those changes in SME’s organization

Prepares migration data files according to technical requirements – identifies, cleanses, and maps source data to target data

Provides input and makes decisions for system authorizations assigned to SAP S/4 users in area(s) of responsibility

Defines acceptance test criteria and conducts thorough testing of SAP solutions to ensure functionality, stability, and data integrity; identifies and ensures resolution of test issues; gives business approval of test results

Prepares comprehensive training materials for end-users with help of the Corden Roll-Out Manager and Implementation Partner Consultant

Actively contributes business aspects to cutover planning and execution

Provides end-user support post go-live during the hypercare period of the SAP project

Beyond the SAP S/4 project role, is responsible for:

Issue Resolution:

Is the first point of contact for end-users having process, system, and authorization questions or issues

Resolves issues where possible; if unable, ensures issue is raised to the appropriate support team

Supports issue resolution via testing, approving results, updating documentation, training end-users (if applicable), and ensuring timely status updates for end-users and other business stakeholders

System Enhancements:

Gathers local business requirements, identifies business criticality and priority, aligns with fellow SMEs and GPO(s)

Supports implementation of enhancements, including performing tests, approving results, updating documentation, training end-users and ensuring timely status updates for business stakeholders throughout the implementation

New SAP users:

Ensures SAP System authorizations are setup appropriately based on job function

Trains in use of the system and business processes

Business Improvements:

Ensures continuous reviews of business processes, procedures, and practices to identify need for improvements

Aligns improvements with business stakeholders, including other business areas when relevant

Implements business improvements including testing, documentation, and trainingLEADERSHIP & BUDGET RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides input and recommendations. Supports site objectives and plans.SAFETY & ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Every individual is personally responsible for the safety and environmental aspects of their activities in the workplace. Each employee is expected to perform their job duties in a safe manner, utilizing all their knowledge, training, ability, and experience.QUALITY RESPONSIBILITIES

Corden Pharma Colorado (CPC) is a manufacturer of a variety of pharmaceutical products. In following Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), Corden Pharma Colorado manufactures in accordance with the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), International Council for Harmonisation Q7 (ICH), and other global regulations as applicable. This is critical as it is our mission to not place patients at risk due to inadequate safety, quality, or efficacy. CPC’s Quality Management System, which incorporates cGMP, is designed to deliver this quality objective. Attainment is produced through the requisite participation and commitment of all staff across departments and at all levels within the company.

cGMP is the part of Quality Management System ensuring products are consistently produced to accurate quality standards. Adherence to clearly defined procedures, in compliance with the principles of cGMP, is required when performing operations across Corden Pharma Colorado.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's Degree from a 4-year college or university or Associates Degree preferred; or 5 years of related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

In-depth knowledge of Pharmaceutical Industry Master Data-Business Partners business processes and practices is required.

Experience with SAP ECC or S/4HANA is a plus.

Experience working for a CDMO is a plus.

Experience with Corden Pharma Colorado Master Data-Business Partners current business processes, practices, and use of current systems (e.g. SAP ECC) is a plus.LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional

journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports,

business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present

information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers,

and the general public.MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical

inference. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and

proportions to practical situations.REASONING ABILITY

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in

situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of

instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

None.PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; work with hands; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach above shoulder height; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include the ability to adjust focus.WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles and noise typical of an office environment.CORE COMPETENCIES

These are the specific areas of knowledge, skill, and ability that are important for successful job performance. They must be job related and consistent with business necessity.

Effective in prioritizing workload

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Computer skills with intermediate ability to use Microsoft Office Suite and SAP within the modules needed to complete essential functions

Strong planning, implementation, and follow-up skills

Good facilitation skills and ability to interact with colleagues from all levels of the organizationSALARY

Actual pay will be based on your skills and experience.BENEFITS

401(k) matching - Corden Pharma will contribute 100% of the first 6% - 100% vested after 2 years of service

Accident Plan

Critical Illness Insurance

Dental Insurance

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Account

Health Insurance PPO/HSA

Hospital Indemnity Plan

ID Theft Protection

Life Insurance

Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Program

Vacation – Three Weeks 1st Year

Vision Insurance

This post will expire on 6/6/2025.

Full-time