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SAP Supply Applications Lead

Richmond, VA 23235

Posted: 11/05/2025 Employment Type: Direct Hire/Perm Job Category: ERP Job Number: 639658 Is job remote?: No

Job Description


Job Title
SAP Supply Chain Applications Lead

Location
Richmond area, VA or Raleigh area, NC (Hybrid: Onsite Tuesday–Thursday)

Base Salary
$145,000 range

Bonus
20%

Relocation Assistance
Available

Visa Sponsorship/Transfer
Not available

Industry
Pharmaceutical
Role Overview
The IT Supply Applications Lead will serve as a strategic partner to Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Quality teams, driving continuous improvement and operational efficiency through SAP and related applications. This role combines hands-on application expertise with leadership, governance, and project management responsibilities in a regulated pharmaceutical environment.
Key Responsibilities Strategy & Governance
  • Define and maintain the IT roadmap for Supply functions
  • Stay current with manufacturing, regulatory, and technology trends
  • Lead governance efforts and regular business reviews
  • Ensure super users are trained and supported
Application Management
  • Oversee vendor relationships and license management
  • Partner with internal/external teams for development and support
  • Collaborate with Information Security to mitigate risks
  • Support audits and ensure compliance with policies
  • Manage change control and application administration
Leadership & Project Management
  • Build strong relationships with business and IT stakeholders
  • Lead cross-functional teams across geographies
  • Coach team members and guide vendors
  • Manage projects to meet schedule, budget, and quality targets
  • Identify and resolve resource constraints
Operations & Support
  • Oversee incident and request management for business systems
  • Ensure systems operate in line with company policies and SOPs
  • Conduct training, monitor interfaces, and manage SOX/ITGC controls
Enhancements & Implementation
  • Act as Project Manager for system improvements
  • Lead all phases of the project lifecycle (requirements, configuration, testing, deployment, training)
  • Design and implement process improvements
  • Author documentation and training materials
  • Define cutover and deployment plans
Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Supply/Operations, or IT
  • 7+ years of IT management experience in Supply applications within a regulated industry
  • 10+ years of SAP MM and PP experience, with integration across SAP FICO
  • Experience with SAP Global Template environments and intercompany processes
  • Proven track record in process reengineering and partner integration
  • Familiarity with SAP SCM (APO, IBP), MES, Quality, and Serialization systems
Technical Skills
  • SAP MM, SD, PP-PI, WMS, IBP, BI
  • Power BI, ValGenesis, ServiceNow, Veeva QMS
  • Windows, MS Office
Attributes
  • Customer-focused and results-oriented
  • Strong communication and team collaboration skills
  • Problem-solving and diagnostic capabilities
  • Adaptable and pragmatic approach
  • Fluent in English
Benefits
  • 3 weeks vacation + floating holidays and sick leave
  • 401(k) with 75% match on first 6% + 4% profit sharing
  • Employee stock purchase plan (15% discount)
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
  • FSA, HSA, adoption assistance, tuition reimbursement
  • Concierge/personal assistance services
  • Discounts on gym, fitness, and cell phone plans
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