Manager (Expert) Logistics Execution Systems - System Architect 2 (remote)

Goal of Function:

Ensuring appropriate implementation of logistics business processes based on the requirements of the Fresenius Medical Care business units within the Fresenius Medical Care IT system landscape.

Independent assumption and responsibility for project management tasks and coordination tasks, as well as development and responsibility for the demand management process for the Logistics Execution area. Ensuring business continuity as well as coordination and independent implementation of continuous improvement processes within the global FME logistics business processes.

Analysis of system configurations and parameters that influence logistics processes.

Coordination of design and development activities in the area of logistics IT systems. The functions form the interface between operational business and IT service providers (e.g. FDT, CAP Gemini)

Leading optimization projects in the area of logistics IT systems.

Further development and rollout of pharmaceutical serialization processes.

Position Responsibilities:

• Project management and Subproject management in the area of implementation of MM/Purchasing and Logistics applications
• Independent setup, implementation and optimization of supply chain reporting (demands and incidents) from DTI LE to Director/VP level within the supply chain organization
• Independent lead of projects / development service providers to achieve project goals according to set expectations
• Manage processes and service providers related to maintenance activities
• Taking on new tasks for role coordination and adjustment
• Designs and develops system architectures and defines key capabilities and performance requirements. Defines total systems design and technology. Develops system element architecture and designs and interfaces definitions. Develops models and architectural guidelines for current and future system development..
• Makes decisions on moderately complex to complex issues regarding technical approach for project components. Often operates in ambiguous situations.
• Interacts with internal stakeholders within own department and departmental management, as well as external stakeholders which may include clients and customers.
• Influences internal and external parties, who regularly have divergent interests, to achieve short-term national and project objectives; represent the organization within area of responsibility.
• Modifies existing methods, techniques and/or processes across job areas.
• Problems and issues faced are in general difficult, and sometimes complex
• Independent identification of process potentials incl. business case creation and realization
• Execution of the demand and project portfolio management process (effort/cost/resources/scheduling)
• Independent further development of logistics template processes and supply chain concepts and structures
• Documentation of design and development activities and results as well as OQ and PQ testing
• Leading training initiatives for end users in the area of MM/Purchasing and Logistics
• Project work related to Supply Chain Management projects
• Independently carry out activities such as training, documentation, testing and validation tasks
• Independent control and coordination of external consultants

Education & Qualifications:

• bachelor's degree and 2-4 years of experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience
• Min. 8-10 years relevant work experience in the area of Supply Chain Management (ideally as an external or internal consultant).
• Very good experience in SAP R/3 (WM, LE), SAP EWM as well as knowledge of interfaces to other SAP modules (SD, FI, PP)
• In-depth knowledge and expertise in own discipline combined with good understanding of market practice required.
• Very good analytical skills
• Very good process and system knowledge
• Very good communication and social skills
• Service orientation
• Very good knowledge in presentation techniques and tools
• Very good knowledge in project management techniques and tools
• Excellent knowledge of Logistics Execution processes
• Excellent knowledge of MM/Purchasing and SRM processes
• Knowledge of application development and implementation
• Business Process Modeling
• Project Management Methods
• Presentation experience
• Business fluent in English and German (spoken and written).
• Another language is an advantage (e.g.: Spanish, Portuguese etc.)
• Very good knowledge in SAP R/3 (MM, WM, SRM, SD, PP, FI), SAP EWM
• Very good knowledge of MS Office products (e.g. MS Project, MS Office), etc.
• Good knowledge in process documentation (e.g. ARIS)
• Willingness to travel