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## 12-month contract – Switzerland – 50% onsite – French speaking part

We are partnering with a leading global biopharmaceutical to recruit a highly skilled Associate Director – Global SAP Process & Solution Architect for a 12-month mission-critical assignment.  
In this role, you will drive large-scale SAP transformation and continuous improvement initiatives across a complex, global supply chain environment. You will act as a strategic integrator, ensuring seamless cross-functional coordination and delivery of SAP-enabled business processes.  
This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced SAP and Supply Chain leader who excels in enterprise-wide projects, stakeholder management, and shaping future process roadmaps.

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__Key Responsibilities__  
In this high-impact role, you will:  

* Lead the definition, design, and rollout of strategic SAP initiatives, including upgrades, global implementations, integrations, and divestitures.
* Partner with global supply chain and cross-functional teams to define integration strategies and oversee end-to-end delivery.
* Own the creation of process documentation, solution designs, and SAP process models, ensuring alignment with enterprise standards.
* Drive UAT, cutover activities, and integration troubleshooting for major initiatives.
* Develop implementation plans across all Supply Chain functions and coordinate validation activities with SMEs.
* Lead business process and requirements definition for SAP initiatives with significant enterprise impact.
* Mentor junior team members and support knowledge transfer across internal stakeholders.

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__Your Profile__  
You bring a strong combination of SAP expertise, leadership capability, and deep supply chain process knowledge.  
Required Competencies:  

* Comprehensive understanding of end-to-end supply chain processes and interdependencies.
* Strong communication, influencing, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills.
* Proven ability to lead complex, cross-functional problem-solving initiatives.
* Experience delivering strategic recommendations and facilitating decision-making at governance level.

Education & Experience:  

* Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s/MBA preferred.
* Advanced supply chain certifications (APICS CSCP/CPIM) are a plus.
* 10+ years of Supply Chain Management and 10+ years of SAP experience, including enterprise SAP implementations.
* Experience in biotechnology/pharmaceutical manufacturing environments (cGMP, FDA).
* Strong financial acumen and operational excellence exposure (Green/Black Belt preferred).

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__Why This Role?__  

* A rare chance to shape global SAP capabilities in a highly regulated, highly innovative industry.
* Work at strategic level while staying close to operational impact.
* High visibility across global functions and senior leadership.
* Ideal for leaders who enjoy complexity, integration challenges, and meaningful transformation work.

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<h2 id="12-month-contract--switzerland--50-onsite--french-speaking-part">12-month contract – Switzerland – 50% onsite – French speaking part</h2>
We are partnering with a leading global biopharmaceutical to recruit a highly skilled Associate Director – Global SAP Process &amp; Solution Architect for a 12-month mission-critical assignment. In this role, you will drive large-scale SAP transformation and continuous improvement initiatives across a complex, global supply chain environment. You will act as a strategic integrator, ensuring seamless cross-functional coordination and delivery of SAP-enabled business processes. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced SAP and Supply Chain leader who excels in enterprise-wide projects, stakeholder management, and shaping future process roadmaps.
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Key Responsibilities In this high-impact role, you will: 
<ul>
<li>Lead the definition, design, and rollout of strategic SAP initiatives, including upgrades, global implementations, integrations, and divestitures.</li>
<li>Partner with global supply chain and cross-functional teams to define integration strategies and oversee end-to-end delivery.</li>
<li>Own the creation of process documentation, solution designs, and SAP process models, ensuring alignment with enterprise standards.</li>
<li>Drive UAT, cutover activities, and integration troubleshooting for major initiatives.</li>
<li>Develop implementation plans across all Supply Chain functions and coordinate validation activities with SMEs.</li>
<li>Lead business process and requirements definition for SAP initiatives with significant enterprise impact.</li>
<li>Mentor junior team members and support knowledge transfer across internal stakeholders.</li>
</ul>
<hr>
Your Profile You bring a strong combination of SAP expertise, leadership capability, and deep supply chain process knowledge. Required Competencies: 
<ul>
<li>Comprehensive understanding of end-to-end supply chain processes and interdependencies.</li>
<li>Strong communication, influencing, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills.</li>
<li>Proven ability to lead complex, cross-functional problem-solving initiatives.</li>
<li>Experience delivering strategic recommendations and facilitating decision-making at governance level.</li>
</ul>
Education &amp; Experience: 
<ul>
<li>Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s/MBA preferred.</li>
<li>Advanced supply chain certifications (APICS CSCP/CPIM) are a plus.</li>
<li>10+ years of Supply Chain Management and 10+ years of SAP experience, including enterprise SAP implementations.</li>
<li>Experience in biotechnology/pharmaceutical manufacturing environments (cGMP, FDA).</li>
<li>Strong financial acumen and operational excellence exposure (Green/Black Belt preferred).</li>
</ul>
<hr>
Why This Role? 
<ul>
<li>A rare chance to shape global SAP capabilities in a highly regulated, highly innovative industry.</li>
<li>Work at strategic level while staying close to operational impact.</li>
<li>High visibility across global functions and senior leadership.</li>
<li>Ideal for leaders who enjoy complexity, integration challenges, and meaningful transformation work.</li>
</ul>

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