SAP Architect

ABOUT AMGEN

Amgen harnesses the best of biology and technology to fight the world’s toughest diseases, and make people’s lives easier, fuller and longer. We discover, develop, manufacture and deliver innovative medicines to help millions of patients. Amgen helped establish the biotechnology industry more than 40 years ago and remains on the cutting-edge of innovation, using technology and human genetic data to push beyond what’s known today. 

ABOUT THE ROLE

Role Description:

In this vital role, you will be responsible for leading, architecting, designing, and implementing SAPGTSsolutions with a focus on Compliance and Customsprocesses and capabilities. As a Specialist SAP Architect within our global Digital, Technology, and Innovation (DTI) team, this role will help guide the transition from our worldwide ERP instance onGlobal Trade Platform(GTS), along with the successful migration of theS4feedersystems. This position requires deep expertise inSAPGTSmodule with a good understanding of cross functional integration with SAP other modules. Are you an SAP analyst with deep technical experience inCompliance and Customsprocesses? Come join a team that is passionate about innovation and making life better with technology! 

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Design and configure theGTS moduleto meet business requirements and implementprocesses around Compliance and Customs Management. 

• Ensures solutions developed are aligned to enterprise architecture standards, guidelines and principles by leverage common technology platforms and services. 

• Ensures seamless integration betweenGTSandconnected withS4SAP modules (FI, MM, OTC, TM, ATTP, and EWM) as well as third-party systems. 

• Participate inGTSimplementation projects as part of theGTOproduct team, including blueprinting, gap analysis, testing, go-live, and post-production support. Provide mentoring to team members. 

• Creation and maintenance of critical documentation such as technical assessments, configuration specs, functional designs, test cases, and user manuals. Ensures compliance with pharmaceutical industry standards and regulations. 

• Participate in sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives to deliver and sustain Amgen'sSAP GTS module integrated with SAP S4ecosystem utilizing the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe). 

• Develop innovative solutions that drive speed to value via AI/ML and leading practices. 

• Ability to translate business requirements into design options that are cost effective, efficient, re-usable that align with defined architectural principles and standards. 

Basic Qualifications and Experience:

• Master’s degree in computer science orLegalmajors and 4 to 6 years of SAP implementation experience inspecific to SAPGTSmodule.

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science orLegalmajors and 6 to 8 years of SAP implementation experiencespecificallyin SAPGTS Module

• Diploma in computer science orLegalmajors and 10 to 12 years of IT or years of SAP implementation experiencespecific to GTS Module

Functional Skills:

Must-Have Skills:

• Strong hands-on experience in configuring and integrating all aspects of SAPGTS solutionsfor global deployments; focus onSPL Screening(allBusiness Partners including Banks), Legal Control including Product classification and License management, Customs Management for Imports and Exports, Intrastat Reportingetc

• UnderstandCustomsprocesses withCustoms Invoices and field mappings background knowledge. Experience with S/4HANABilling types and InvoiceoutputscustomizationsandForeigntradeprocessin S4 to be integrated with GTS. 

• Demonstrated understanding ofGlobal Legal Regulations as applied in GTS processes.Background to include experience in SAP best practices for Compliance and Customs management processes. 

• Collaborate with integrated agile product teams to ensure seamless integration between SAPGTSand other SAPS4modules (e.g.OTC, TM,FIandTax) and external systems. Perform mentoring to team members. 

• Ability to design and implement solutions based on business requirements, including debugging and root cause analysis. 

Good-to-Have Skills:

• Proficiency in S/4OTC and pricing and billing processes integration GTS Customs management

• Good understanding of Cross functional interdependencies, S/4 Physical & Financial flow and S/4 Advance Intercompanyand changes impact on GTS module

• Experience working in an agile environment and familiarity with agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban). 

• Knowledge in Master Data Governance tool (MDG). 

Professional Certifications:

• SAP Certified Application Associate in SAP Global Trade Services. Preferred S4 OTC experience.  

• Agile Certified Practitioner (preferred)  

 Soft Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. 

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills. 

• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders. 

• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and compliance. 

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider you without regard to your race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.