Sap Business Partner

Job Role SAP Business Partner About AstraZeneca AstraZeneca is a global science-led biopharmaceutical company dedicated to discovering developing and commercializing prescription medicines for serious diseases We stand among a select few biopharmaceutical companies that cover the entire value chain from discovery and development to manufacturing and global commercialization of primary and specialty care medicines At AstraZeneca we believe in unlocking the potential of our people supporting your growth and development beyond expectations and maximizing your skills and passion to achieve remarkable results Background At AstraZeneca our IT organization is at the forefront of technology driving business digitalization and transformation In Commercial IT we ve shifted from a reactive approach to a strategic proactive value-driven approach We aim to enhance patient and Healthcare Professional HCP journeys through digital innovation supporting business growth with impactful launches field effectiveness and digital omnichannel capabilities all grounded in strong business partnerships Key focus areas currently are Simplification and automation of business processes Adherence to regulatory and compliance requirements Deliver analytics insights and data governance Role Overview The SAP Business Relationship Manager at AstraZeneca serves as the critical link between business units and the Global Innovation and Technology Centre tech team leading all SAP-related projects and programs This role works closely with stakeholders to understand evolving business needs ensuring SAP-enabled processes are efficient compliant and strategically aligned By driving process simplification and automation on the SAP platform the SAP business partner delivers faster more reliable business operations and enhances compliance Core Accountabilities Lead plan and deliver SAP projects and programs in alignment with business strategy and regulatory requirements ensuring outcomes drive patient and business value Build deep partnerships with business stakeholders to capture evolving requirements translating complex business needs into SAP solutions and actionable project plans Collaborate closely with the GITC tech team to drive seamless implementation and integration of SAP initiatives ensuring technical and business alignment Oversee the integrity efficiency and compliance of business processes enabled by SAP fostering a culture of continuous improvement and robust controls Serve as the key contact for SAP-related escalations proactively anticipating business risks or issues and ensuring resolution with agility and accountability Drive comprehensive business analysis activities eliciting requirements conducting workshops mapping processes and validating solutions in partnership with business and technical teams Influence and engage stakeholders across functions and geographies ensuring clarity of objectives measurable outcomes and a shared sense of urgency in delivery Monitor project deliverables budgets and timelines applying best-practice project management methodologies to mitigate risks and maximize value realization Deliver clear concise and impactful communication to all levels of the organization tailoring messaging for technical non-technical and senior leadership audiences Serve as the single point of contact for all SAP-related issues tasks requirements projects and interfaces ensuring efficient coordination and accountability across the enterprise Oversee SAP user role management including managing access for new joiners and leavers to uphold robust security and compliance standards Partner with audit teams to identify remediate and resolve Segregation of Duties SOD conflicts in close alignment with evolving business needs and regulatory obligations Provide expert support for interfaces and integrations connecting SAP to downstream applications such as Concur Workday Blackline COUPA and Veeva optimizing end-to-end business processes Facilitate the implementation of government regulations such as tax modifications and GST updates within the SAP landscape ensuring timely and compliant system changes Support all internal and external audit processes by maintaining system integrity addressing audit findings and ensuring ongoing compliance with industry best practices Skills and Experience Required Demonstrates in-depth knowledge of the SAP SD and FICO process encompassing the complete order-to-billing cycle and advanced pricing configurations Excellent understanding of P2P process PR PO and GRN Experienced in utilizing IT Service Management ITSM platforms such as ServiceNow for incident management change management and requirements submission workflows ensuring efficient support and governance Demonstrated experience leading complex SAP projects or programs Strong business analysis skills with a proven ability to translate business strategy and processes into effective technical solutions Significant experience partnering with internal technology teams and external partners to drive project delivery and operational excellence Advanced project management abilities with a track record of successful on 1 time and on-budget delivery of large-scale enterprise projects Exceptional stakeholder management and influencing skills with the confidence to drive consensus among diverse groups and at all organizational levels Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to present complex concepts with clarity and impact Proven ability to act with urgency and decisiveness proactively managing competing priorities in a dynamic environment Familiarity with regulatory and compliance requirements relevant to business processes within a highly regulated environment Desirable Good to have Business Analysis Certification o Globally accredited Project Management Certifications o Understanding of the evolving technology landscapes especially AI LLM GPT o Domain experience in pharmaceutical or life sciences sector o Experience in agile delivery o Lean Six Sigma application experience Experience Level 15 years Why AstraZeneca At AstraZeneca we re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit There s no better place to make a difference to medicine patients and society An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration and always committed to lifelong learning growth and development We re on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare Date Posted 22-Oct-2025 Closing Date 28-Oct-2025 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