Lead Consultant

Job Title Lead Consultant - SAP Analytics Career Level E Introduction to role Are you ready to lead the charge in transforming data-driven decision-making within a world-leading pharmaceutical company As a SAP Analytics Lead Consultant you ll be at the forefront of a large-scale SAP program that spans continents supporting critical business functions This strategic role involves managing our current analytics landscape while shaping the future of our data solutions You ll oversee the operational excellence of existing analytics platforms and drive the roadmap for modern scalable and business-aligned future analytics solutions Are you up for the challenge Accountabilities As a key player in a high-performing technical team you ll be responsible for developing supporting and maintaining SAP analytics solutions across multiple landscapes and geographies Your leadership will guide data architecture discussions design scalable solutions and drive the roadmap with architects and senior leaders You ll define and drive the analytics modernization roadmap lead a cross-functional team evaluate emerging technologies and ensure high availability and performance of analytics systems Your role will also involve overseeing data quality governance and compliance partnering with business and IT to align initiatives with strategic goals championing data democratization optimizing data models ensuring data integrity engaging with senior leadership and leading communication on project collaboration Essential Skills Experience 12 years of experience in enterprise analytics with strong SAP BW HANA expertise Proven track record in managing both support and transformation initiatives Strong understanding of data modeling ETL and reporting tools Experience with hybrid analytics environments on-prem cloud Excellent leadership communication and stakeholder management skills Hands-on experience with SAC SAP Datasphere and cloud data platforms Experience in driving future analytics roadmap for large-scale Pharma industry Hands-on experience in developing Bex AFO reports BW 4HANA SAC and SAP BDC certifications Desirable Skills Experience Exposure to AI ML use cases in analytics Exposure to SAP BDC When we put unexpected teams in the same room we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect work at pace and challenge perceptions That s why we work on average a minimum of three days per week from the office But that doesn t mean we re not flexible We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility Join us in our unique and ambitious world At AstraZeneca our work has a direct impact on patients by transforming our ability to develop life-changing medicines We empower the business to perform at its peak by combining cutting-edge science with leading digital technology platforms and data With a passion for impacting lives through data analytics AI machine learning and more we are at a crucial stage of our journey to become a digital and data-led enterprise Here you can innovate take ownership and explore new solutions in a dynamic environment that encourages lifelong learning Join us as we disrupt an industry and change lives Ready to make a difference Apply now to join our team Date Posted 10-Nov-2025 Closing Date 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