SAP QM Architect

About Thoucentric: Thoucentric is a niche management consulting firm focused on helping organizations overcome business challenges, maximize growth & overall performance through effective problem solving, efficient people, process, and technology solutioning, end to end execution and management. We help clients with Business Consulting, Program & Project Management, Digital Transformation, Product Management, Process & Technology Solutioning and Execution including Analytics & Emerging Tech areas cutting across functional areas such as Supply Chain, Finance & HR, Sales & Distribution. We are a group of seasoned professionals having diverse industry, solution and product experience thereby making us effective business liaisons. We are 300+ consultants strong coming with strong diverse background fueling our growth story in India and across four other global locations viz. US, UK, Singapore, and Australia. Thoucentric is an ‘Ethos’ that epitomizes the essence of being a good human… living a life of purpose… being life itself We are an extension of ourselves together We breed the basic human values of trust, freedom, nimbleness, compassion, integrity, passion, persistence & conviction. JOB DESCRIPTION Role Summary We are seeking a SAP QM Architect with strong pharmaceutical and life sciences domain experience to lead the design and development of GxP-compliant Quality Management products and extensions on the SAP S/4HANA and BTP platform. This role focuses on building reusable, validated product components—not just implementing solutions. You will work with SAP engineering and product teams to conceptualize and deliver digital quality solutions that are scalable, compliant, and aligned to GMP, GAMP 5, and 21 CFR Part 11 standards. Key Responsibilities ·        Lead product design and architecture for SAP QM modules and industry cloud apps targeting GxP environments. ·        Translate pharma quality processes (In-Process Inspection, CAPA, Deviation, Stability, COA) into configurable SAP product features. ·        Build validation-ready product artifacts including audit trail, e-signature, and data integrity frameworks. ·        Collaborate with product managers, domain SMEs, and developers to translate regulatory requirements into product functionality. ·        Define standard APIs and integration templates for LIMS, MES, and DMS via SAP BTP/CPI. ·        Contribute to functional specifications, UI/UX design, and end-to-end validation of new product releases. ·        Ensure all builds adhere to GxP compliance and product lifecycle management best practices. Requirements Required Experience & Skills ·        Relevant 10–15 years in SAP QM; 5+ years in GxP-regulated pharma or life sciences. ·        Proven experience in SAP product development, co-innovation, or accelerator builds. ·        Deep knowledge of Inspection Planning, Sampling, Results Recording, CAPA, Stability, and COA generation. ·        Strong understanding of CSV, audit trail, and validation documentation (IQ/OQ/PQ). ·        Hands-on with SAP S/4HANA, BTP, CPI, and Fiori/UI5. ·        Exposure to Agile product lifecycle, CI/CD pipelines, and release management preferred. Education & Certifications • Bachelor’s/Master’s in Engineering, Life Sciences, or Pharmaceutical Sciences. • SAP QM Certification or GxP/CSV/GAMP 5 credentials preferred. Why This Role Matters You will be part of a global product team that builds the next generation of SAP Quality solutions—bridging SAP innovation with regulated manufacturing needs. Your designs will shape how pharma manufacturers achieve digital, compliant, and audit-ready quality operations worldwide. You Are A Good Fit If This Sounds Like You: Ability to cope in a complex and fast-changing business environment and to respond calmly and rationally to changing aspirations in a deadline-driven situation. Works independently on complex processes and modules that may be used by one or more programs or systems. Strong planning and organizing skills including the ability to manage several work streams simultaneously. Excellent communication skills with a capacity to present, discuss and explain issues coherently and logically both in writing and verbally. Good influencing and persuasion skills with the ability to enthuse and inspire multidisciplinary teams and build successful relationships at all levels. Good team player, self-motivated and able to work on own initiative. Clear decision-making ability with the facility to judge complex situations and assess when to escalate issues Kindly note that we are working in a Hybrid Mode with base location in Bengaluru, Karnataka, this is not a remote role.