Manager, GLNS Digital Solutions

Job Description

This job is with Pfizer, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. Please do not contact the recruiter directly. Role Summary This role supports Global Logistics Network Services (GLNS) initiatives (new/ongoing) at Pfizer. As a member of the Digital ERP Logistics & GLNS Solutions team, this position provides an opportunity to partner with other members of the team, business stakeholders and a variety of other cross functional teams to develop and implement GLNS solutions. Working as a part of a global team, the position will be primarily responsible for delivering SAP based application development, enhancements, continuous improvements, and issue resolution in Pfizer systems landscape. This role will be the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for GLNS processes and solutions,responsible for implementing and deployment of Digital GLNS solutions using various SAP, analytics and AI toolsets,responsible for maintaining relationship with internal and external SMEs, customers, solution vendors required to deliver, deploy, support, and provide issue resolution of digital solutions,accountable for ensuring that Pfizer internal systems/solutions, external partner systems/solutions, integrations are compliant with Pfizer risk assessment and compliance standards. Role Responsibilities Coordinate with stakeholders to establish priorities for GLNS digital requirementsInitiate and manage project activities for the full lifecycle of the GLNS projectsDocument detailed requirements, gain alignment and communicate requirements to all SMEs in business and other Digital teamsWork with Solutions team, development team, integration team, risk management and compliance team and other teams as needed to develop, test and deploy digital solutions for the projectsProvide guidance to Solution Development team to review test scenarios and verify outcome of testingWork with external partners toConduct Supplier Control Assessments and computer systems validation as required in collaboration with Pfizer Risk Management teamCommunicate system integration and other process/solution requirementsEnsure adherence of project timelines during their development/testing/deployment and compliance activitiesAct as a project manager or partner with PMO and other team members in the following activities:Project plan updates and report on progress to required stakeholdersOrganize and facilitate meetings to implement projectsIn an Agile environment, act as a product owner or an Agile team member to do the following activitiesParticipate in PI Planning, Sprints, and other Agile ceremoniesDevelop Themes, Epics, User Stories, and other Agile artifactsCollaborate with other Agile team members to develop, test and deliver minimum viable products (MVP) and incrementally accomplish the overall functionalityEnsure compliance with global standards for system design, application development, and maintenance lifecycle including documentation standards as per Good Manufacturing Processes (GMP)Act as the SME on GLNS Digital solutionsProvide periodic status updates to reporting manager and leaders in Digital and GLNS business Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Logistics or related degree5 years of experience in a Global Supply chain technical solutions deployment in the Transportation and Logistics domain3 years of experience in SAP and Analytics platforms, focused on logistics and transportation related datasetExperience working with S4 Hana or exposure to it, Transportation Management System (TMS) is a plusExperience working in following functional areas is a plus; Risk Management, Freight Audit, Trade management, Carrier management, Real time temperature monitoring using IOT devicesTechnical solution implementation experience in pharmaceutical industry for Transportation and Logistics domain is a plusKnowledge of the software development lifecycles using traditional SDLC and Agile principlesKnowledge or familiarity with the production support process, including tasks, escalation routes, communications, and other related activitiesExperience with software testing and testing tools (e.g., automated testing tools, compare tools, etc.)A thorough understanding of GMP system requirements during IT system design and the maintenance lifecycle in GMP environmentsExcellent written and verbal communication skills (written and spoken in English)Strong attention to detail with good organization skillsProficient with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Access, Project, Visio, PowerPoint etc.)Ability to respect individuals, collaborate and operate in a global multi-cultural environmentwith people of different background, languages, culture, preferences, time zones and requirements is mandatory Preferred Qualifications Ability to operate in a fast-paced environmentGood follow-up skills to ensure accurate and timely completion of deliverablesAbility to learn quickly, work independently as well as in a team environmentStrong analytical and problem-solving abilities Physical/Mental Requirements Ability to perform complex data analysisPossesses excellent problem-solving skills Non-standard Work Schedule, Travel Or Environment Requirements 5% to 10% travel (local and international) may be required dependent upon project needsPeriodically shift work hours and/or attend meetings to suit a regional time zoneMay need to occasionally shift hours to support a go live or project release over a weekend Work Location Assignment: Hybrid Pfizer is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction in which it operates. 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